One of the new firearms during SHOT Show this year which received lots of attention was the Smith & Wesson Model 1854 lever action rifles. At the initial launch, these rifles were only available in .44 Mag, a solid revolver cartridge that has an excellent track record and a rich history. However, Smith & Wesson is now offering the Model 1854 Series in .45 Colt, another revolver cartridge with a rich and storied history that is longer than the relatively modern .44 Mag. round.
Smith & Wesson’s latest 1854 models in this traditional “western” cartridge can be had in rifles with either a stainless steel finish with black polymer furniture or in the more traditional blued and walnut style. Smith & Wesson 1854 Series rifles lever action rifles have a nine-round capacity, a 19.25-inch threaded barrel and a 4.75-inch Picatinny rail affixed to the top of the receiver for mounting optics. Furthermore, they also include an adjustable XS Sights ghost ring rear sight and a gold-bead front sight.
Smith & Wesson 1854 .45 Colt Specifications
- Width: 1.6 inches
- Length: 36 inches
- Weight 7.2 ounces
- Caliber: .45 Colt
- Capacity: 9 rounds
- Action: Lever
- Barrel Length: 19.25 inches
- Grip: Walnut or black polymer
- Sights: Gold bead
- Optic Ready: Yes
- Safety: Crossbolt
- Color/Finish: Blued or stainless-steel
- Threaded Barrel: Yes
- Barrel Material: 410 Stainless steel
- Frame: Stainless Steel
- Stock: Fixed
For more information about the Smith & Wesson Model 1854 Series lever action rifle, please visit Smith & Wesson’s website at smith-wesson.com.
