Smith & Wesson Model 1854 Lever-Action Rifle Now in .45 Colt

Models are offered in a paired synthetic black polymer and stainless-steel finish

by posted on July 4, 2024
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Smith Wesson Model 1854

Originally offered only in .44 Rem Mag, the Smith & Wesson new Model 1854 is now available in the iconic .45 Colt cartridge. Models are offered in a paired synthetic black polymer and stainless-steel finish, as well as a walnut furniture combination with Armornite finish. 

The rifles are designed with a 9+1 capacity, include a threaded 19 ¼” barrel, and boast a crisp and smooth action. Other out-of-the-box features include a 4 ¾” Picatinny base for mounting optics, an adjustable XS Sights ghost ring rear sight, a gold bead front sight, flat-face trigger design, and removable magazine tube.

For more, visit Smith-Wesson.com.

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