Henry Homesteader 9mm Carbine

Tired of polymer and painted-on finishes? Want traditional looks without sacrificing modern performance? The GUNS Magazine August 2023 cover gun may just be the perfect solution. Meet the Henry Homesteader 9mm Carbine.
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[@bleachsword27]

Love my Homesteader. Already shot around 700-800 rounds using the Glock mag well adapter with no issues. Knew I had to buy one when Henry announced it earlier this year to complement my old Marlin Camp 9. And this is coming from someone who owns 2 AR's. I love PCCs.

[@fmgpubs]

Thanks for the update on your experiece with the Homesteader. I surely like mine so far! Roy

[@miltonhall7078]

You're spot on with your 1907 Win comparison. Being a longtime fan of the Win 1907, I remember the first Homesteader I ever saw. It looked just too much like a 1907 to be a coincidence. Its a 1907 inside as well, though Henry made some really nice internal upgrades that make disassembly easy and simple. Anyone who's ever attempted disassembly of a 1907...especially the main spring...will know EXACTLY what I mean. I remember dropping Henry a note congratulating them on reintroducing an upgraded 1907. Don't think they appreciated it... I agree wholeheartedly with those who are calling for a 45ACP or a 10mm, but they need to understand that with this type of action, a larger caliber will require significantly more mass in the under-forearm counterweight. I'm definitely NOT a fan of the 9mm but it does have one very big advantage: Ammo and brass for this round are readily available, at bargain basement prices, all over the world. The same can't be said of the 45 and especially not of the 10mm.

[@fmgpubs]

Agreed on the 1907. I’ve had mine apart and it’s not for the faint of heart. The forend weight on the 1907 is very heavy and I suspect for a 10mm in the Homesteader it’d be similar. Roy

[@miltonhall7078]

@@fmgpubs It would be. Likely the weight would be closer to that of the model 1910, which is even heavier. In his book, 'The Forgotten Winchesters', John Henwood opined that if Winchester had introduced the 1910/401 SLR first, it might still be around. They made the mistake of starting with wimpy calibers and by the time they got around to the good stuff, the damage had been done. I wonder if Henry might not be making the same mistake here. Historically, this is a great design, especially with the modern upgrades. All criticism aside, if Henry were to introduce this in 10mm, in spite of the expense of a complete new reloading set up, a bullet mold and brass; I think I'd be a buyer. Even the president of Winchester poo-pooed his own line of self-loaders back in the day, saying it "wasn't very good." I don't agree. The simplicity and ruggedness of the original design, along with Henry's modern improvements, make this pretty close to the best, if not the best, of the non-gas operated self-loading rifles.

[@fmgpubs]

@@miltonhall7078 I agree competely. You said it well. Roy

[@D2023bm]

i settled for the henry after years of looking for a 351. Mostly due to ammo availability. The henry is fine, but can't shake the feeling like I settled.

[@miltonhall7078]

If you feel that way, then go for it. The 1907s aren't really that hard to find. Ammo is another matter. Reloading is an absolute necessity unless you are rather well-off and requires a bit of a learning curve. But that's part of the charm. Bullet casting is also a real help. My 1907 (from approx 1918) will clover-leaf at 50 yards with AA5744 and a 175 grn hard cast bullet. You can do the same. If the price of the loading set up is a bit off-putting, keep in mind you'll only do it once.

[@jimmywilliams7876]

Hey Roy, is it +P rated? I would assume. I love this layout, and +P's with the right bullet would be plenty adequate for feral hogs and coyotes. Use heavy subs with a can for home defense & hot 124-147 gr for critters and you have an excellent double duty piece. I have no 9mm carbine because I didn't wan an AR platform. I agree with you; this looks much more like the rifles I grew up with. This may make the Christmas list. Great video.

[@fmgpubs]

Jimmy, it doesn’t say specifically but I can’t imagine this not being okay to use with +P loads. I think loads like the Black Hills Honey Badger and the hard cast flat point rounds from Buffalo Bore would be perfect for pigs, etc. I really like this rifle. Roy

[@daltonpoff5051]

Great fun rifle! Thinking about buying another ❤

[@fmgpubs]

Two is always better. You could do Skinner sights on one and a red dot or low power scope on the other. Roy

[@vintagetintrader1062]

Now need them to make a lever action version of it for all states/country's that do not allow semi auto.

[@fmgpubs]

Stay tuned! Roy

[@vintagetintrader1062]

@@fmgpubs I,hope,so, they have that 223/300 blackout with box magazine lever action as a basis. I will be first to order it

[@kevingary7018]

I love my Henry Homesteader.

[@fmgpubs]

I’m not surprised Kevin. So far the people who actually buy and shoot one love them. But the AR crowd tends to hate at them! Roy

[@limakilo1331]

Great review, thank you.

[@fmgpubs]

You’re welcome, and thanks for your kind comment. Roy

[@jeffreysnow6595]

Great review. Recently got the S&W mag well and I happy with the Homesteader. In a couple of views you show a Homesteader with a Skinner peep sight mounted to the receiver. What model of sight is it, and did you need to change front sight height to make it work? Thanks.

[@fmgpubs]

It shipped with the Skinner sight. I didn’t have to change the front, and the Skinner is adjustable, don’t forget. I sure like my rifle! Roy

[@rom14141]

"Refreshing" was an excellent word choice to describe this gun. Those walnut curves never go out of style, it just feels right. I enjoyed your review and delivery.

[@fmgpubs]

Thanks Brian. I think many of the new, younger shooters who started life with Glocks and AR’s are missing out. If only they’d take the time to learn, eh? Roy

[@sonandsanford4963]

I agree 100%. I bought a walnut stock Marlin 512 slug master years ago didn't even know what it was (at that time) just fell in love with that stock. I still own it but I don't think I've shot it 10 times.

[@rom14141]

@@sonandsanford4963 That's a great gun, love bolt shotguns.

[@fmgpubs]

@@sonandsanford4963 Go shoot it! Roy

[@robkirkland7982]

Roy, sorry I am late on this video! Great video, reminds me of the Marlin Camp Carbine from yesteryear. I am a huge fan of the 9mm carbines, perfect for most anything related to personal security and fun. Thanks!

[@fmgpubs]

Hi Rob. I had a 9mm Camp Carbine and thought it was very cool. It was “before its time” though. Plus, they were a bit fragile. Thanks for tuning in! Roy

[@chadward4523]

Hey its a great new gun from Henery Arms Co. Love the glock mags .Very fun gun looks great too .what more right.

[@fmgpubs]

A very cool rifle, indeed. A nice change from all the plastic! Roy

[@LouT1501]

A Henry that's not a lever gun! What a concept! Realistically, looks like a nice firearm. Thank you, Mr. Roy!

[@fmgpubs]

I know … surprised the hell out of me too. And pleasantly surprised I might add. Roy

[@gunmike6072]

I too like blued steel and walnut! That rifle is somewhat reminiscent of the Winchester 1907. Do you know of any future plans of a 45acp version that would run with 1911 magazines to satisfy us Fudds😂.

[@fmgpubs]

Don’t know on the .45 version but I suspect they may since it’s so popular. I’ll keep the pressure on. Roy

[@jeffsellers5069]

I got mine for homedefence and a coyote popper love this little rifle.

[@fmgpubs]

It’s a “real” rifle rather than a plastic one … Roy

[@johnnybgood-ws5cu]

LOOKS LIKE A GREAT GUN, TY SIR AND TY FR PUT N ON UR EYES !!!

[@fmgpubs]

You’re welcome! Roy

[@BlueSun2]

As always, a great review Roy! A super neat little gun, and I've always wanted a Winchester .351, so I need to take a close look at one of these. Reminds of the old Marlin Camp 9, another neat gun. I've built a couple 9mm AR's and think they are a handy little rifle, this Homesteader might even be better.

[@fmgpubs]

Thanks Blue. I’ve fallen badly for this rifle. And next to my .351 it looks like a younger sibling! I sure think you could spend money on worse things! Thanks for commenting! Roy

[@michaelpalm2210]

remialns to be seen if they will hold up to years of use and abuse? but it looks promising!

[@fmgpubs]

@@michaelpalm2210 Well, the “action” bits are all steel and we’ve all seen aluminum AR rifles go tends of thousands of rounds (in 9mm). Kept even modestly clean and lubed, I predict it’ll outlive us! Roy

[@johnlaughlin3279]

Thank you for another excellent video Roy. I saw this rifle at a Bass Pro Shop the other day. It looks like I’ll be going back to take a closer look. I liked the ability to switch to Glock mags.

[@fmgpubs]

Thanks John! Hope to see you soon too! Roy

[@NWBroker]

I may need one of those

[@fmgpubs]

I’m going to buy this one and it’s going to live in my E-Z-Go on my property here. It’s as close to a do-everything gun I can imagine. Roy

[@AlternityGM]

Nice review. I like the traditional firearm look. I already have a 9mm carbine but if they make one in .45 I would be interested.

[@fmgpubs]

It’d be a real thumper, wouldn’t it! I wonder if it could feed a hard cast lead SWC. That’s be intereting … Roy

[@pateastes9767]

Love mine! The old school look is refreshing, it is cleverly designed, and it functions flawlessly. What’s not to like?

[@fmgpubs]

Agreed 100 percent! Roy

[@ironhorse127]

The price is a bit high. Only negative for me

[@HenryUSA]

Thanks so much for checking out the Homesteader 9mm!

[@fmgpubs]

Always a delight to show off your guns! Roy

[@Icutmetal]

Any chance of a 10mm?

[@geneyohannan8382]

I’ve been looking at this. I’ve been having a Henry addiction the past few years, & this one definitely peaked my interest. They just make great guns! Have you tested the Henry Original? I’ve been looking for it in 45 colt with no luck as of yet. I just want that old time version in my hands! But this new carbine is definitely one I think I need to get. Gene 🤠

[@fmgpubs]

Gene, also check out their single shots. I have one in .30-30 and it’s just great. I confess I really fell for this little carbine. It does just about everything …. Let me know if you get one. Roy

[@eaglesteve8571]

Mr. Huntington, thanks for the great video. Very nice shooting. I really like the classic look of the pcc and it's ambidextrous design. Any thoughts on how to get Henry to offer a magwell for the CZ75 magazine? Well, thanks again and keep up the good work.👍🏼

[@fmgpubs]

Thanks for your kind words. This vid just went live so you were fast! I’d pitch CZ but honestly, I doubt they’ll do it, at least very soon. But Glock mags are cheap! Thanks again for posting. Roy

[@poppy5270]

Love the review, as always. Several years ago I purchased a Henry Golden Boy H004 and it's a gorgeous well made rifle, and I wouldn't part with it for anything. Keep those reviews coming Roy.

[@fmgpubs]

Thanks Poppy! I’m afraid this one isn’t going back to Henry!! Roy

[@t4texastom587]

Henry's answer to the mini 14? lol Possibly on my bucket list.

[@fmgpubs]

@@t4texastom587 Okay, that’s funny. But when they do a .45 and/or maybe a 10mm … things are going to get really interesting! Roy

[@alejandropalomino3334]

Claro que me encanta, amigo.

[@fmgpubs]

Gracias Alejandro! Roy

[@daviddavids4973]

Does anyone want a 45ACP version?

[@fmgpubs]

Yeah, it’d be a cool thumper. I’m betting it’s in the line … Roy

[@charlesharper7292]

Or a .44 magnum

[@Trapperboy190]

Only boomers

[@JonathanHaberski]

No put this in the garbage can

[@user-ps6gu5xo4k]

10mm and uses Glock magazines.

[@michaelpalm2210]

Aluminum receiver is an excellent idea. My Marlin Camp 9 carbine receiver is one solid hunk of milled steel . Must be light?

[@fmgpubs]

It’s 6.6 pounds Mike. It has just a bit of heft, but you don’t really notice it in your hands. Roy

[@tedbarbour6540]

What a great little carbine!! That was my first thought too, it looked like a Winchester .351 (and favors an M-1 Carbine a bit in size). It would be really neat if there was an adaptor for Beretta 92 magazines…!! (since I have plenty of those) And in the court of public opinion the “AR crowd” seems to forget that your “self-defense shooting” is going to be judged by a jury at some point- either criminal or civil. Do you want to explain to a jury of your “peers” that you used your best tricked out modern military zombie-killer or something that looks like it is a hundred years old? It is hard to argue “self-defense” if you shoot someone at 200 yards with your 5.56 AR-15. It’s much easier to argue self-defense if you have to shoot someone across your yard with a 9mm carbine…

[@fmgpubs]

Can’t agree more Ted. My truck gun is an old beater Model 94 in 30-30. To most cops, it’s just some old cowboy/ranch gun. But it’ll shoot right through a car door! Just buy some cheap Gloock mags for that Homesteader! Roy

[@charlesharper7292]

Ha! Thought I recognized that rifle!🙃👍👍

[@fmgpubs]

Indeed. When I first saw it the .351 came to mind instantly. Roy

[@thetoneknob4493]

kinda puts off marlin camp 9 vibes, but it appears a bit higher quality to me. the sights look nice, i like peep sights. the price is a lil high to me. maby ill find a used on if a few yrs? in a carbine the 9mm can be rather interesting. not as interesting as the 45acp but interesting enuf. my buddys ruger pc carbine shoots a whole mag into a dime size ragged hole with good ammo at 25yrds

[@JohnTBlock]

I'd like it more, especially. the lever Henry's, if I could AFFORD THEM... still gotta drift Your rear site a bit, Roy...

[@fmgpubs]

Yeah … either that or stop leaning …. Roy

[@roygaisser9230]

I've never owned a Winchester 351 but...I HAVE OWNED some Browning BAR hunting rifles. THAT'S what I thought of the first time I saw this.

[@fmgpubs]

Agreed Roy (great name you have there), and I also thought it looked a good deal like the Browning BAR rifles. But the action and such pretty much mirrors the Winchester .351, which I also think is a handsome rifle! Roy

[@martinbarnes4213]

Got one like the gun hare the plastic Henry mags my 10 round will only take 9 and 5 round only 4 ,believe me I put some force into it, wish the video had more info and less selling efforts

[@fmgpubs]

I didn't have any issues with mine. I'd leave them loaded and usually the springs will relax to accept the number of rounds listed. Not sure what else you'd need to know on this rifle though. What questions do you have? Roy

[@Wyoming_Gramps]

Nice review. Excellent point, In todays world of tactical, high tech zombie slayers…this is a good looking reliable rifle. And to answer the number one tactical question, yes it can take Glock mags! Look forward to your next video.

[@fmgpubs]

Thanks Earl. I think it’s a pretty rifle, in a sensible caliber and it works great. What’s not to like? Roy

[@1977Yakko]

Anyone have one of these with the Sig P320 mag well? I don't own a Glock but I do have a P320 and lots of mags for that so I'm definitely open to getting one of these with that mag well. Thing is, I can't find a review of this firearm with the Sig mag well.

[@fmgpubs]

I don’t but I sure don’t see why it’d be an issue. Henry tends to engineer things well. If you like the idea, I’d go for it. Roy

[@stevemartinez4180]

It looks like .355 calibre BAR. :-)

[@ntpd935ret]

Geez thanks Roy… you just cost my $1,000.00!

[@fmgpubs]

Ha! I had to buy my test gun too! I feel your pain. Roy

[@chanhuang614]

I love henry original magazines except its ridiculouly high price

[@williamcollins3565]

A mini-BAR.

[@fmgpubs]

Indeed, it does look a lot like the Browning, but it works like the .351. Roy

[@winstonchurchill6506]

In england we have air rifles doh cheers all

[@VRAS4570]

I actually like it. Looks nice. I have a AR15 style 9mm but this one looks better in my opinion.

[@fmgpubs]

The AR style guns look more like tools to me than guns. This looks like a rifle should! Roy

[@dude28405]

I think it would be a great home defense gun Best part, it just looks like a hunting rifle

[@fmgpubs]

Agreed …. It looks “friendly” but is very effective. Roy

[@larrylarry739]

Great review, Roy! My interest is piqued.

[@fmgpubs]

If you hold one you’ll buy it! Roy

[@mazkact]

To me it looks "Browningish" I usually do not buy firearms based on looks but I might with this, it's PURTEE.

[@fmgpubs]

Agreed. A bit BAR-like. It also looks very much like that old Winchester 1907 (.351). Roy

[@aniavedissian204]

Well, there goes my vacation. It's a must have. Thanks for nothing, sir! :-)

[@walterminer4990]

No need to apologize, I hope people aren't going to be looking for their eye and ear protection in a gunfight???? Best to ya',,,,!

[@fmgpubs]

Thanks for your understanding, Walt. But if I deidn’t point out I made the mistake, I’m sure the trolls would have waded in …. Roy

[@laurence1643]

Okay for plinking or rabbit hunting . Too expensive ! 22LR is a better choice all the way around .

[@fmgpubs]

Well, you could certainly plink and hunt small game with it, but I think it’s made more as a utility rifle for defense, protection, keeping in the truck and for new or inexperienced shooters. But with a very lightweight bullet it’d be fun on squirrels and such! Roy

[@laurence1643]

I have two trucks & guns: a model 94 30-30 carbine and a Rem 700 30-06, open sights. And of course "Baby", my S&W 681 , 4 inch that I carried on the PD.. Shield 9mm for backup. "Let's be safe out there" as the lineup Sgt. used to say on Hill St. Blues . Larry H.

[@borntobewild9056]

Not sure what you hunt with a .9mm....too small for deer and too big for squirrels. Maybe ground hogs or raccoons! A good defense gun though!

[@fmgpubs]

With a hard cast flat point from Buffalo Bore it’d work for pigs. If you’re under 150 yards, with the same load for Black Hills Honey Badger coyotes would fear you. And in a pinch, a well-hit deer would feed your family I’m betting! Roy

[@brosrcool]

Jeeze, a grand?

[@geezerp1982]

i 'll take a 9mm AR

[@Icutmetal]

You just answered a question that nobody asked.

[@blue81blue81]

Ok here's the problem/s with this gun. I own the Ruger PC carbine and feel that if I bought the Henry I'd be buying less gun for more money. Ruger has take down. The Henry does not. Ruger comes with mounted top optic rail. Henry does not. Ruger comes with the Glock adapter in the box. Henry makes you pay extra. Henry is so cheap one of the two mags in the box is 5 rds. Totally impractical. Wood is always good but the front paneling looks like it came from Walmart. Either Marlin needs to bring back it's camp 45 acp carbine or Henry needs to make one just like it. 10 mm would be fine too. Henry has a long way to go to make this thing worth their price.. The Ruger PC is a MUCH smarter buy.

[@fmgpubs]

Depends on what you want. I think the Henry appeals to the traditionalist. The five round mag is because some states don't allow anything more than a five round capacity in the field. I too think the Ruger is a great value, but it is a bit "tactical" for me. Roy

[@blue81blue81]

@@fmgpubs Thanks for your response Roy. I like Henrys carbine idea. Just needs more refinement before I would be a buyer. I'm a bit confused by your 5 rd mg comments. Wasn't aware any states limited mags to 5 rds. And in those states why include the 10 rd? What does "in the field" refer too? Maybe I'm not up to date regarding that.

[@fmgpubs]

Indeed, some states limit centerfire magazine or rifle capacity when hunting. Some have six round limits so the five-round one would work. You can own higher caps in those states you just can't hunt with them. I think Henry will be moving forward with changes to this rifle down the road. And that 10mm would be a real thumper! Roy@@blue81blue81

[@blue81blue81]

@@fmgpubs Ah ok got it. I'm not a hunter. Thanks for setting me straight. Yea when they beef this thing up a little I'll go get one.

[@fmgpubs]

Let’s see what they do with it. Roy@@blue81blue81

[@Cruiser777]

They're nice but Henry usually overpriced

[@fmgpubs]

Amado … I’d say you have to balance the term “over-priced” with “high quality” and you’ll find a nice balance. Roy

[@theeasternfront6436]

Thats what happens when you have Americans making stuff rather than people in foreign countries making squat.

[@fmgpubs]

@@theeasternfront6436 Agreed. And I’m always willing to pay more for American quality. Roy

[@Cruiser777]

@The Eastern front True I would rather us make it than the chinese or anybody else, but they are pricey. Either way Their Pricey because they got a lifetime warranty to

[@colt10mmsecurity68]

Love the channel, good honest review, but I can’t stand this rifle. It looks hideous. First thing that came to my mind when I saw the rifle was that it reminded me of another ugly gun, the old Browning A-500 semi auto shotgun, with the big bump on its back. I compare the Henry rifle to the different model variants of the Ruger PC Carbine. I like the options of the Ruger much much better.

[@fmgpubs]

And that’s the beauty of today, there are so many options! I’m mostly just tired of the black plastic “add on” cartoonish look of so many of today’s rifles and handguns. It was refreshing to see an “honest” blued steel and walnut rifle, which I think is good looking. As far as that Browning A5 goes (the original designation of the original design) if you haven’t shot a Sweet 16 of the genre, that might change your mind! It’s one of my favorite shotguns and gets regular use here! Thanks for posting and for your kind words about the review! Roy

[@PaulBodyBuilder]

Should have made a 45 acp. 44magnum. 357 Wyndmoor PA

[@fmgpubs]

Well, the 9mm is so popular it’s a natural for the first one. I suspect .45 might be next, then 10mm. Although it’d easily handle .357 SIG which would be interesting if loaded with a heavy duty bullet to withstand the higher velocities from the rifle barrel. Roy