There’s something about a lever-action rifle that just feels right—smooth, nostalgic, and cowboy cool. But what happens when you take that old-school charm and mix in some modern firepower? Enter the Henry Supreme, a lever-action rifle chambered in 5.56 NATO that takes AR-15 magazines. Yes, you read that right.
Mag-fed lever actions have had a rough history. But Henry? Henry makes some of the best lever guns in the world, so would this rifle be any different?
Henry Supreme Lever Action Rifle
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Henry Supreme 223/5.56 NATO 18" 10rd Lever Action Rifle, Walnut | Palmetto State Armory | $ 1299.99 |
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Henry The Long Ranger Deluxe Engraved .223 Rem/5.56 Lever Action Rifle, Brown - H014D-223 | Palmetto State Armory | $ 2121.99 $ 1696.99 |
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Henry Long Ranger Deluxe Engraved Lever Action .223rem/5.56 Nato - Henry Long Ranger Deluxe Engraved Lever Action .223rem/5.56 | Brownells.com | $ 1853.49 |
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Henry The Long Ranger .223 Rem/5.56 Lever Action Rifle, Brown - H014S-223 | Palmetto State Armory | $ 1196.99 $ 1077.99 |
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Old-School Feel, Modern Performance
Right out of the gate, the Henry Supreme looks clean. It keeps that classic lever-action profile but updates it with an internal hammer, a threaded barrel for suppressors, and, of course, AR-style mags. That means it’s not just a ranch rifle—it’s a varmint slayer with reach. Traditional lever guns in .45-70 or .30-30 are powerhouses, but they’re not exactly known for stretching past a couple hundred yards. This rifle? We were making 600- and even 700-yard hits.
Shooting this thing is addicting. The action is buttery smooth, and despite my initial skepticism, cycling rounds felt natural—even with a fully loaded magazine. Admittedly, when the mag is full, you’ll feel more resistance, but once you get past that, it’s nothing but lever-gun joy.
Accuracy That Surprised Us
The Henry Supreme has been through its paces, and let’s just say it exceeded expectations. Using 77-grain Black Hills ammo, the rifle produced sub-MOA groups. That’s bolt-gun accuracy from a lever-action rifle. At 100 yards, they were stacking rounds on top of each other. If you’re looking for a precision rifle with a cowboy aesthetic, this might just be it.
Practical Uses? Absolutely.
While this rifle is undeniably fun, it’s also practical. Think about it—lever actions have always been great ranch guns. Now, you have one that shoots 5.56, uses standard-capacity mags (if your state isn’t run by communists), and can be suppressed. This makes it an excellent truck gun, home defense rifle, or coyote killer. It’s fast, accurate, and capable of handling threats at close range and beyond.
If you’re into varmint hunting, this rifle might be the perfect solution. Whether you’re dealing with coyotes, prairie dogs, or hogs, the flat-shooting 5.56 round combined with Henry’s accuracy makes for an incredibly capable setup. You get the benefit of quick follow-up shots with a mag-fed system, plus the versatility to run different bullet weights depending on your needs. Pair it with a suppressor, and you’ve got a quiet, lethal tool for keeping pests in check without disturbing the entire county.
The only downside? Reloading isn’t as smooth as an AR-15. Without a flared magwell, seating a fresh mag can be tricky under stress. But let’s be real—if you’re buying this gun, you’re not planning on running tactical reloads under night vision goggles. It’s a lever gun. Load it, run it, and have fun.
Final Thoughts: Worth It?
If you love lever actions but want something a little more modern, the Henry Supreme is a must-have. It blends nostalgia and innovation in a way that actually works. Sure, it’s not replacing your AR for duty use, but as a fun range gun, ranch rifle, or even a self-defense tool, it holds its own. And let’s be honest—there’s just something cool about slinging a lever gun and ringing steel at 600 yards.
Henry nailed this design. Some might be skeptical, but by the end of testing in this video, Micah didn’t just like it—he hated how much he loved it.
Don’t get me wrong, l like lever actions but l don’t understand tactical lever guns.
HENRY READ MY MIND!!!!!! now whens the 308 that takes ar10mags coming out?
Pass on the gun, video appears to show the 30 round magazine gets in the way of cocking the lever and will crush your fingers when the lever is cocked when chambering the next round. The mag change is difficult due to a mag well issue too.
The Henry website has a shorter mag that allows for cocking the lever without crushing fingers.
How is a internal hammer an “update”? The Savage 1895 and the Savage 99 had internal hammers.