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Over-40 Club: New .40 and .44 from Smith & Wesson

Smith & Wesson is all in on the over-40 crowd, introducing the new M&P40 Metal pistol in .40 S&W as well as the walnut-stocked, .44 Mag. 1894 lever-action rifle.

Over-40 Club: New .40 and .44 from Smith & Wesson
(Photo courtesy of Smith & Wesson)

M&P40 Metal

M&P40 Metal Lead
(Photo courtesy of Smith & Wesson)

We are excited to announce a new addition to the M&P Metal lineup! Boasting the same features as its 9mm counterpart, the M&P40 METAL is ready for carry, duty, or just a day at the range.

The performance that began with our polymer construction is now forging forward. The lightweight and rigid metal frame of the Smith & Wesson M&P M2.0 Metal provides an extraordinary foundation for higher performance.

Specs

  • Chambering: 40 S&W
  • Barrel Length: 4.2 inches
  • Frame: Aluminum Alloy 
  • Sights: White Dot; Optics-ready
  • Capacity: 15+1*
  • Finish: Tungsten Gray Cerakote
  • Price: $899

*10-round state compliant model also available

M&P40 Metal Left
(Photo courtesy of Smith & Wesson)

Features

  • Optimal 18-degree grip angle for natural point of aim
  • Four interchangeable palmswell grip inserts for optimal hand fit and trigger reach: S, M, ML, L
  • Textured polymer front strap
  • Wide slide stop
  • Reversible magazine release
  • Slide cut for optics
  • M2.0 flat face trigger for consistent finger placement that allows for more accurate and repeatable shooting
  • Picatinny-style rail
  • Low barrel bore axis makes the M&P pistol comfortable to shoot, reducing muzzle rise and allowing for faster aim recovery
  • Enhanced sear for lighter, crisper trigger let-off
  • M&P’s patented take-down lever and sear deactivation systems allow for disassembly without pulling the trigger


Model 1854

1854 Profiles
(Photos courtesy of Smith & Wesson)

A triumph of over 170 years of craftsmanship. This lever-action rifle seamlessly melds precision engineering and timeless design with modern features, including a Picatinny rail for optics. Experience the perfect blend of heritage and innovation - experience Smith & Wesson Smooth.

Keeping true to the timeless American heritage of the lever action, the Model 1854 is built rugged, enhanced for the modern user and now available in a black Armornite finish with checkered walnut furniture.

1854 Receiver
(Photo courtesy of Smith & Wesson)

This new addition, chambered in the almighty 44 Magnum, features a corrosion-resistant Armornite finish, walnut furniture, and large lever loop to easily work the smooth action. Pair those with a crisp flat trigger for consistent finger placement, 9+1 capacity, threaded 19.25-inch barrel, and Picatinny scope mount, and you've got a lever gun ready for the 21st century.

Specs

  • Chambering: 44 Magnum
  • Barrel: 19.25 inches
  • Trigger: Flat-face
  • Capacity: 9+1 
  • Furniture: Walnut
  • Receiver: Forged 416 stainless steel
  • Price: $1,399
1854 Barrel
(Photo courtesy of Smith & Wesson)

Features

  • 11/16-24 Threaded Barrel
  • Accepts mounts compatible with Marlin 1894 hole patterns
  • Walnut Stock with textured grip panels
  • Walnut Forend with textured grip panels
  • Gold bead front sight
  • XS Sights ghost ring rear sight
  • 1:20" RH Twist 8-Groove Rifling
  • Large loop operating lever
  • Forged 416 SS Receiver with Armornite finish
  • 19.25" 410 SS Barrel with Armornite finish

For more information, visit smith-wesson.com.




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