Henry Repeating Arms announced its new Special Products Division (SPD) on January 23, 2025. The company describes SPD as a collaborative group focused on firearms design and technology. Details are still limited, but the release gives a clear picture of what the division is for. Read the full announcement at Henry Repeating Arms's press release.
What Was Announced
Henry is setting up SPD as the home for its most technically advanced firearms. The division aims to solve practical problems for hunters, outdoorsmen, and shooting hobbyists. Andy Wickstrom, Henry's president, said the division is meant to lead the market instead of following trends. Nick Chappell, Henry's vice president of engineering, said the team has the autonomy and outside resources it needs for projects of this type.
Key Details
- Location: Rice Lake, Wisconsin
- Focus areas: Advanced materials and metallurgy, advanced manufacturing processes, and collaboration with leaders in other fields
- Example goals: A rugged, ultralight, long-distance hunting rifle for backcountry hunters, and a platform built for suppressor use
- Prototype testing: A prototype SPD rifle has been tested in the Nevada desert
- First releases: Anticipated by spring 2025
What It Means for Gun Owners
The release does not name a specific model, caliber, or price, so buyers have nothing concrete to evaluate yet. The stated targets, a lightweight long-range hunting rifle and a suppressor-ready platform, suggest the division is aiming at hunters and shooters who want specialized gear. Anyone interested should watch for the first product announcements next spring.
Bottom Line
Henry has created a new division for advanced firearms work and expects its first products by spring 2025. Until Henry releases specifications and pricing, SPD remains a plan to watch rather than a product to buy.
