What gun should Henry make next?
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Mumbles Marble Mouth
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Revolver Carbine
I thought about it for a while now and if I where to lead a project team to release a completely new firearm to the market by Henry, I’d design a revolver rifle or revolver carbine.
You could easily chamber it for the classic revolver cartridges like .38/.357 .44special/magnum, and .45Colt. But you could also satisfy those who are asking for a 9mm. A 9mm revolver carbine would be neat but I think the hot gun to buy would be the 10mm revolver carbine. Could shoot both .40s&w and 10mm. With the continued rising popularity of the 10mm and the price drop in ammo almost to the cost of .45acp, I think it would be a good seller. I know a few people who carry a Glock 20 for wilderness carry and the 10mm is no slouch. I’d carry a 10mm revolver carbine in the wilderness with confidence. Could offer both a classic style and a modern tactical style. Use moon clips for fast reloads for the non rimmed cases.
I don’t know how the law works for Canada in magazine capacity for a revolver carbine . It’s technically not a semi auto so I would assume more than 5 would be fine. Then, over all length. I don’t know how the law works again for a revolver carbine for overall length but again I would imagine since it’s technically not a semi auto, the barrel could be short like 10”. Could you imagine a 26”OAL revolver carbine for wilderness carry?
Then if possible, A big boy series of the revolver rifles in .460s&w and a shotgun series in .410. I say possible because I’m not sure how expensive it would be to make a revolver carbine that could safely handle a large cartridge like .460s&w. Thinking of gas blow by from the cylinder and such. Also a rimfire series revolver carbine if the cost isn’t too expensive. By too expensive I mean not over $1000. Last thing, how about a revolver carbine special run in..... .30 Carbine!
Revolvers aren’t cheap by nature of its design. Then if you want quality, price goes up from there. Keeping that in mind a firearm like that could be expensive. But, there you go Henry. That’s what I would do if I was project leader for a new product.
I thought about it for a while now and if I where to lead a project team to release a completely new firearm to the market by Henry, I’d design a revolver rifle or revolver carbine.
You could easily chamber it for the classic revolver cartridges like .38/.357 .44special/magnum, and .45Colt. But you could also satisfy those who are asking for a 9mm. A 9mm revolver carbine would be neat but I think the hot gun to buy would be the 10mm revolver carbine. Could shoot both .40s&w and 10mm. With the continued rising popularity of the 10mm and the price drop in ammo almost to the cost of .45acp, I think it would be a good seller. I know a few people who carry a Glock 20 for wilderness carry and the 10mm is no slouch. I’d carry a 10mm revolver carbine in the wilderness with confidence. Could offer both a classic style and a modern tactical style. Use moon clips for fast reloads for the non rimmed cases.
I don’t know how the law works for Canada in magazine capacity for a revolver carbine . It’s technically not a semi auto so I would assume more than 5 would be fine. Then, over all length. I don’t know how the law works again for a revolver carbine for overall length but again I would imagine since it’s technically not a semi auto, the barrel could be short like 10”. Could you imagine a 26”OAL revolver carbine for wilderness carry?
Then if possible, A big boy series of the revolver rifles in .460s&w and a shotgun series in .410. I say possible because I’m not sure how expensive it would be to make a revolver carbine that could safely handle a large cartridge like .460s&w. Thinking of gas blow by from the cylinder and such. Also a rimfire series revolver carbine if the cost isn’t too expensive. By too expensive I mean not over $1000. Last thing, how about a revolver carbine special run in..... .30 Carbine!
Revolvers aren’t cheap by nature of its design. Then if you want quality, price goes up from there. Keeping that in mind a firearm like that could be expensive. But, there you go Henry. That’s what I would do if I was project leader for a new product.
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sixty9santa
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Actually, I agree with a 9mm mare's leg length barrel with, threaded, full stock, all weather (stainless and polymer) and a top rail.
A probably-unrealistic request in today's market, but...I would love to see a Henry traditional muzzleloader. Something along the lines of the TC Hawken; not necessarily historically correct, but something that at least gives a nod to the traditional style. Walnut a must, some nice brass, maybe a browned barrel, open sights or an aperture, crescent buttplate, sidehammer, double set trigger, .50 and .54 caliber...
And, of course, about as ban-proof as a firearm can be in this sad state of a country...which is probably a consideration for anyone marketing in Kanada.
And, of course, about as ban-proof as a firearm can be in this sad state of a country...which is probably a consideration for anyone marketing in Kanada.
I thought about it for a while now and if I where to lead a project team to release a completely new firearm to the market by Henry, I’d design a revolver rifle or revolver carbine.
You could easily chamber it for the classic revolver cartridges like .38/.357 .44special/magnum, and .45Colt. But you could also satisfy those who are asking for a 9mm. A 9mm revolver carbine would be neat but I think the hot gun to buy would be the 10mm revolver carbine. Could shoot both .40s&w and 10mm. With the continued rising popularity of the 10mm and the price drop in ammo almost to the cost of .45acp, I think it would be a good seller. I know a few people who carry a Glock 20 for wilderness carry and the 10mm is no slouch. I’d carry a 10mm revolver carbine in the wilderness with confidence. Could offer both a classic style and a modern tactical style. Use moon clips for fast reloads for the non rimmed cases.
I don’t know how the law works for Canada in magazine capacity for a revolver carbine . It’s technically not a semi auto so I would assume more than 5 would be fine. Then, over all length. I don’t know how the law works again for a revolver carbine for overall length but again I would imagine since it’s technically not a semi auto, the barrel could be short like 10”. Could you imagine a 26”OAL revolver carbine for wilderness carry?
Then if possible, A big boy series of the revolver rifles in .460s&w and a shotgun series in .410. I say possible because I’m not sure how expensive it would be to make a revolver carbine that could safely handle a large cartridge like .460s&w. Thinking of gas blow by from the cylinder and such. Also a rimfire series revolver carbine if the cost isn’t too expensive. By too expensive I mean not over $1000. Last thing, how about a revolver carbine special run in..... .30 Carbine!
Revolvers aren’t cheap by nature of its design. Then if you want quality, price goes up from there. Keeping that in mind a firearm like that could be expensive. But, there you go Henry. That’s what I would do if I was project leader for a new product.
Mentioned this a few pages ago. Totally agree, if made non-restricted in a manual action (not a double action), it could be designed to be ultra compact. Being able to swap the cylinders out for the caliber of choice or need would be great for guys. Note how popular the old handi rifles were. It is a scary domain though, example of a failed attempt, the circuit judge.
Northern Rockies
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There are a lot of Revolver Carbines based on the Colt action however a Revolver Carbine based on a Schofield action with a short 14inch or less barrel and a forestock so it can be shot like a normal rifle and in .44 mag, .45 colt, .357mag/.38 spl, .22 long, etc. Would be something unique and something I’d definitely purchase.
I think a 9mm lever action, just long enough to hold 10 and the ability to employ a speed loader of some sort (maybe bottom load like a shotgun??) would be nice. Maybe two variations- one in blued/wood for cowboy action and synthetic/stainless with rail for plinking and 3 gun. Threaded barrel on the latter so folks in the USA could use a suppressor. Make it a short, smooth throw action for speed, a decent trigger for accuracy and speed and make it fairly lightweight.
Cheap ammo, many folks already have a 9mm handgun, in a handy carbine - what’s not to like?
I guess the issue is that it would need flat nosed bullets.
Cheap ammo, many folks already have a 9mm handgun, in a handy carbine - what’s not to like?
I guess the issue is that it would need flat nosed bullets.
And that's the issue. You can specify FLAT-NOSE 9MM until you're blue in the face and you just know that some yobs are going to use regular ammo and some lawyer is only too eager to take everyone's money. Any sort of ammo that isn't already normally flat-nosed is a non-starter in a tube-magazine design.
Meanwhile, you've got people wanting a detached-magazine lever gun, especially for a truck gun so you can go from totally safe and unloaded to fully-loaded in one quick easy clunk, or unload almost as easily and not have to cycle all remaining rounds through the chamber. I think that covering the 9mm/45 ACP/10mm/40 S&W calibers along with a detachable (1911, by preference) magazine is sensible, and continue with the traditional revolver/lever calibres in tubular-magazine lever guns.
Chumlee Bumsnag
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Lol. I already asked for a high end Hawken. .45 or .50 for me. Curly maple might be nice. I might actually go for a flintlock if they made one. I'd forego the brass and like a finish similar to a Great Plains Rifle.
I agree with it being a bit of an unrealistic request
mdbuckle
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Came here to say something similar to this. All weather with a short barrel, 26.1" overall length. 44 Mag would be nice, but I'd die for one in .454 Casull that could also fire .410 shotshells and .45 Long Colt. You could do it - Taurus makes the Raging Judge Magnum that accepts all three cartridges, and a short barrel lever action carbine would be a perfect match for it. A 14" barrel should permit 4x or maybe 5x shells of .410, and 6x or maybe 7x .454 Casull rounds.
You could really cut into the Chiappa Alaskan market if you wanted to take a bite of that apple - they're like $1800 Canadian, while I've seen your all-weathers out there for $1200. The Alaskans are expensive for what you get, and a cheaper alternative that could fire a variety of ammo (.45 long colt, .454 Casull and .410 shotgun shells) that's still Non-Restricted could really be attractive.
Even better yet if you load the tube magazine from the side gate. Capacity would be limited given the length of the cartridges (particularly for .410 shotshells) but it would be fun as hell.
A long barrel version would be cool too - better capacity and sight radius, and you would be able to sell to the US market no prob.
Anyways, here's a crappy MSPaint edit I did... Think about it:
This. Minimum oal (26”) 410 and 45/70 tactical lever gun with mloc forend and side gate loading. Perfect bear baiting/bear protection gun.
Northern Rockies
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I'd buy an all-black version of the Classic Lever Action .22 Carbine model, with synthetic furniture and fiber optic sights like on the Big Boy X model. I prefer the loop shape on the Big Boy X Model.
You could call it the Little Boy X Model.
Barrel Length: 16.125"
Barrel Type: Round Blued Steel
Rate of Twist: 1:16
Overall Length: 34"
Receiver Finish: Black
Rear Sight: Fully Adjustable Fiber Optic
Front Sight: Fiber Optic
Stock Material: Black Synthetic
Finally someone with taste! Put me down for two!!!
tactical lever
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There was a (recoil operated?) semi auto revolver made at one time, but practically speaking, there is no such thing currently made, as a semi auto revolver. Your finger pressure and long trigger action serves to rotate the cylinder, and #### the hammer; thus manual.
I believe the carbine would have to be designed first, before a revolving pistol is made to have any hope of being non restricted. Otherwise it would be considered to be built off a restricted platform, and keep that status IIRC. Maybe someone can verify or refute that.
tactical lever
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Hmm... if only there was some way to speed load from the bottom! And a way to placate the nervous Nellys who would worry about the (inconsequential) recoil of a 9mm setting off a chain fire. I think I'll need to examine the Long Ranger, and a BLR. The answer will come to me shortly, I'm sure!
Jonesyatpl
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Whatever you do, Make more of them!
We can't get enough to satisfy demand up here
We can't get enough to satisfy demand up here
macka
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- Northwestern Ontario
something in 454/410 16 inch barrel in classic lever and/or tacticool lever. 9mm or 357 sig would be cool too
