Anthony Imperato on Frontline with Carl Higbie - Oct 10, 2025

This video provides a tier-based ranking of various firearm manufacturers and models, including Glock, Mosin Nagant, Kel-Tec, Smith & Wesson, Henry Repeating Arms, Hi-Point, Palmetto State Armory, Beretta, Benelli, and Mossberg. The host, Eric from Iraqveteran8888, uses his extensive experience to evaluate companies based on reliability, innovation, historical significance, and overall value. The rankings range from S-tier for companies like Smith & Wesson and Henry to C-tier for Hi-Point, with justifications provided for each placement.

The Henry SPD Predator is presented as the most accurate lever-action rifle ever produced, featuring a patented tension-wrapped carbon fiber barrel from BSF Barrels and a guaranteed three-shot sub-MOA accuracy at 100 yards. The rifle is engineered for predator hunting, offering precision, speed, and repeatability with features like an adjustable cheek riser, a factory-tuned adjustable trigger, and an included Harris SLM bipod. Testing demonstrated sub-MOA performance across various ammunition types and weights, from 53 to 77 grains.

This review covers the Henry H-023-300 lever action rifle chambered in 300 Blackout. The rifle features a unique internal design, utilizing an AR-15 style bolt for its operation, allowing for effective suppression, especially with subsonic ammunition. It offers ambidextrous features like a tang safety and magazine release, and can be field stripped by removing two pins, revealing its AR-15-based bolt system. The rifle demonstrates good accuracy with both subsonic and supersonic 300 Blackout loads.

This review challenges a long-held bias against Kimber firearms, presenting empirical data from over 7,000 rounds fired through two models: the 1911 DS Warrior in 10mm and the 2011 Pro Comp in 9mm. The instructor highlights the surprising reliability, excellent fit and finish, and American manufacturing of both, suggesting Kimber now competes with or surpasses established benchmarks like Staccato, especially considering their price points.

This video provides shooting impressions and ammunition testing for the Henry Golden Boy Deadeye .22LR revolver. The reviewer details initial accuracy, sight adjustments needed, and performance with various .22LR loads, highlighting the revolver's potential as a training tool due to its weight and lower recoil compared to centerfire counterparts. The reviewer also touches on the firearm's build quality and aesthetic appeal.

This comprehensive first look at the Henry SPD Hush .357 by Kit Badger provides an expert assessment of its features and performance. The review highlights the rifle's unique construction, including a forged carbon fiber rail and carbon fiber barrel, and details the process of mounting optics and zeroing the firearm. The instructor's high authority level is evident in his detailed explanations of loading mechanisms and practical range testing observations.

Henry Repeating Arms is undergoing a significant product line evolution, aiming to simplify model identification and better align offerings with customer needs. This initiative, driven by consolidated operations in Wisconsin, introduces standardized alphanumeric model designations (e.g., H1, H4, H12) and descriptive trim names like 'Provider,' 'Protector,' and 'Tracker.' The company is expanding caliber options, introducing new features, and offering new finish choices, with a focus on real-world applications for hunters, shooters, and collectors. This evolution is designed to make the extensive Henry catalog more accessible and understandable, culminating in what is projected to be the biggest year in Henry's history in 2026.

This video provides a comprehensive first impression and performance review of the Henry Special Products Division HUSH .30-30 rifle. The presenter, with clear enthusiasm for the platform, highlights its innovative features, including a BSF carbon barrel, lightweight forged carbon Picatinny rail, and M-LOK handguard. The review details the rifle's exceptional accuracy at 100, 200, and 300 yards, demonstrating its potential as a hunting and suppressor-ready firearm.

This video documents an ambitious attempt to achieve a one-mile shot with a specially modified Henry H23 Leveraction Supreme rifle chambered in 5.56. George Thompson of Henry Repeating Arms and shooter 22 Plankster detail the custom build, including a free-floated barrel, detachable box magazine, match-grade trigger, and a BSF carbon-sleeved barrel. The attempt highlights the rifle's accuracy potential and the challenges of extreme long-range shooting with a lever-action platform.

This video reviews the Henry SPD CRUSR, a .45-70 rifle developed in collaboration with Field Ethos, designed as an ultimate expeditionary hunting rifle. Key features include a carbon fiber wrapped barrel, DLC coated high-wear parts, a Picatinny rail with ghost ring sights, and a suppressor-ready threaded barrel. The rifle is highlighted for its lightweight, compact, and rugged design, making it suitable for backcountry hunting and dense brush environments. Performance with various .45-70 ammunition types, including heavy loads and subsonic rounds with a suppressor, is demonstrated.