Smith & Wesson has doubled down on its lever-action revival, announcing two major additions to the Model 1854 Series: a new rifle chambered in .30-30 Winchester and the Stealth Hunter configuration in .45-70 Government.
Both launches fuse classic lever-gun heritage with modern features built for today’s hunters and shooters.
Model 1854 in .30-30 Winchester
Smith & Wesson’s new .30-30 Model 1854 blends the timeless deer rifle cartridge with 21st-century enhancements. The rifle carries a 6+1 capacity, forged 416 stainless steel receiver, and a 20-inch stainless steel barrel threaded 5/8×24 for suppressor use.
Out of the box, shooters get:
- Large loop lever for smooth cycling and faster follow-ups
- Flat trigger design for consistent finger placement
- 5¾-inch Picatinny optics base
- XS Sights® ghost ring rear and gold bead front sight
- M-LOK compatible forend with sling mounts
S&W says the .30-30 1854 offers the “perfect blend of heritage and innovation” for this fall’s hunting season.
Model 1854 Stealth Hunter in .45-70
The big-bore crowd now gets a tactical twist: the 1854 Stealth Hunter in .45-70 Government. With a shortened 16.3-inch stainless barrel, the rifle weighs just 6.5 pounds and measures 34.3 inches overall — compact enough for thick woods or backcountry carry.
SEE ALSO: Smith & Wesson Model 1854 Stealth Hunter Review
The Stealth Hunter also comes ready for customization:
- Large loop lever for gloved operation
- Threaded 11/16×24 muzzle for suppressors
- Flat trigger and extended 10.5-inch Picatinny rail
- T6 aluminum forend with 15 M-LOK slots
- HIVIZ® Litewave H3 fiber optic front sight for day/night visibility
Finished in an all-black Armornite® coating, the Stealth Hunter is built for durability while delivering modern performance in a classic cartridge.
Elevating the Lever Gun Legacy
With these two releases, Smith & Wesson is showing the lever gun isn’t stuck in the past. The company is actively blending old-school reliability with features like threaded muzzles, M-LOK rails, and optics-ready receivers — keeping the lever-action platform alive for hunters, enthusiasts, and modern shooters alike.
For more on the Model 1854 series, visit Smith-Wesson.com.
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