New: Smith & Wesson Model 1854 Chambered In .45-70 Gov't

Smith & Wesson adds .45-70 Gov't variant to Model 1854 series.

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posted on April 16, 2025
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On top is the Smith & Wesson Model 1854 .45-70 Gov't with synthetic black polymer furniture and receiver with stainless-steel finish (MSRP: $1,399). Below it is the Smith & Wesson Model 1854 .45-70 Gov't with walnut furniture and a stainless-steel receiver sporting an Armornite finish (MSRP: $1,499).
Photo courtesy of Smith & Wesson

Smith & Wesson is expanding its Model 1854 lever-action lineup with a new model chambered in .45-70 Gov't. Two variants are available, one in synthetic black polymer with stainless-steel finish and the other in walnut with an Armornite finish.

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Smith & Wesson Model 1854 .45-70 Gov't black polymer lever-action rifle. (Photo courtesy Smith & Wesson)

 

Boasting a 6+1 capacity, these new .45-70 Gov't lever-action rifles have a forged 416 stainless-steel receiver and 20-inch 410 stainless-steel barrel, plus an 11/16-24 thread pattern for suppressor use. Additionally, the large loop lever is constructed for smooth operation, allowing for quicker follow-up shots, while the flat trigger design allows for consistent finger placement.

The new Model 1854 rifles chambered in .45-70 Gov't also feature a 5¾-inch Picatinny base for optics mounting, adjustable XS Sights ghost ring rear sight, gold bead front sight and a fixed magazine tube. In addition, both variants incorporate mounts for the addition of a sling, and the fore-end on the stainless-steel model sports three M-LOK compatible slots for attaching accessories.

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Smith & Wesson Model 1854 .45-70 Gov't traditional walnut lever-action rifle. (Photo courtesy Smith & Wesson)

 

More about the Model 1854 from Smith & Wesson: “Crafted to combine the classic aesthetic of the American lever gun with modern enhancements. Smith & Wesson first introduced the series in a paired synthetic black polymer and stainless-steel finish, as well as an Armornite and walnut furniture combination, across several pistol calibers including .44 Rem. Mag., .45 Colt and .357 Magnum. Starting today, you can own one of these smooth lever guns chambered in the time-honored .45-70 Gov't rifle cartridge.”

According to the Smith & Wesson website, the weight of the black polymer and stainless-steel Model 1854 chambered in .45-70 Gov't, as well as the walnut furniture variant is 113.6 ounces.

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Whether you’re hunting big game in deep woods or looking for a more modern lever-action platform, Smith & Wesson Model 1854 lever-action rifles provide a solid blend of heritage and innovation. (Photo courtesy Smith & Wesson)

 

MSRP is for the Smith & Wesson Model 1854 lever-action rifle chambered in .45-70 Gov't with the black polymer furniture and stainless-steel-finished receiver is $1,399, while the walnut furniture model with Armornite-finished receiver is $1,499.

Go to smith-wesson.com to learn more.

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