Show Stopper: Smith & Wesson 1854 Lever-Action Rifle

For SHOT Show 2024 attendees, among the must-see introductions was the Model 1854 lever-action rifle in .44 Mag. from Smith & Wesson.

February 06, 2024 By Guns & Ammo Staff

Live from the show floor, Joe Kurtenbach visits Grant Dubuc at the Smith & Wesson booth to talk lever guns. The new Model 1854 in .44 Rem. Mag. was an absolute stunner at SHOT Show 2024, and Guns & Ammo was on hand to get all the details. Drawing inspiration from Horace Smith and Dan Wesson’s Volcanic lever-action firearms, the Model 1854 combines classic lines with modern materials and design. To maximize utility, the gun’s polymer furniture and stainless finish offer all-weather durability while the optics rail and flat-faced trigger account for modern tastes. The new platform from Smith & Wesson is going to fun to watch this year!

Smith & Wesson Profiles — (Images courtesy of Smith & Wesson)

Smith & Wesson Model 1854

Type: Lever-action repeating rifle
Chambering: .44 Mag.
Capacity: 9
Barrel: 19.25 in.
Overall Length: 36 in.
Weight: 6 lbs., 13 oz.
Material: Stainless steel (receiver, barrel), polymer (stock)
Price: $1,279
Contact: smith-wesson.com

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