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SKU: GAG_H009XCW3030
Henry Repeating Arms H09 Explorer Features The Henry Repeating Arms H09 Explorer is a .30-30 Win lever action carbine built around a 16.5 threaded round steel barrel with a 5/8x24 thread pattern and 1:12 twist rate making it suppressor-ready straight from the factory without additional modification. A transfer bar safety provides passive drop protection that keeps the Explorer safe for field carry with a loaded chamber and the drilled and tapped steel receiver ships with an included Weaver 63B scope mount for immediate optic installation without sourcing additional hardware. Brass bead front sight and adjustable semi-buckhorn rear sight with white diamond insert provide a refined highly visible iron sight baseline for shooters who run the Explorer without an optic. The Burnt Bronze Cerakote lever action carbine wears a consistent Burnt Bronze finish across both the steel barrel and receiver delivering corrosion resistance and a distinctive premium appearance that sets the Explorer apart from standard blued or stainless lever action configurations. An American walnut checkered pistol grip stock pairs naturally with the Burnt Bronze metalwork and includes sling swivel studs for immediate sling-ready carry capability in the field. A ventilated rubber recoil pad manages the .30-30 Win recoil through extended shooting sessions and the 14 length of pull and 35.5 overall length make the Explorer a compact maneuverable lever carbine well-suited to dense timber and close-quarters hunting environments. Henry Repeating Arms built the H09 Explorer as a modern-configured lever action carbine that adds a threaded barrel Cerakote finish and optic-ready receiver to the proven .30-30 Win lever action platform without departing from the American craftsmanship standard that defines every Henry rifle. The .30-30 Win chambering paired with a 16.5 threaded barrel makes the Explorer one of the most capable and versatile suppressor-ready lever action hunting carbines available combining the cartridge s proven whitetail deer performance with a compact package built for tight country. Every H09 Explorer that ships carries the Henry roll mark on the barrel as a guarantee of American-made quality. Henry Repeating Arms H09 Explorer Specifications Manufacturer: Henry Repeating Arms Model: H09 Explorer Series: Carbine Caliber: .30-30 Win Capacity: 4+1 Barrel Length: 16.5 Barrel Material: Steel Barrel Finish: Burnt Bronze Cerakote Barrel Description: Threaded Thread Pattern: 5/8x24 Twist: 1:12 Receiver Material: Steel Receiver Finish: Burnt Bronze Cerakote Receiver Description: Drilled & Tapped Action: Lever Safety: Transfer Bar Sights: Brass Bead Front / Adjustable Semi-Buckhorn w/ White Diamond Insert Rear Stock Material: Wood Stock Finish: American Walnut Stock Description: Fixed w/ Pistol Grip Recoil Pad Type: Rubber Ventilated Length of Pull: 14 OAL: 35.5 Weight: 6.75 lbs Includes: Weaver 63B Scope Mount Sling Swivel Studs