The Smith & Wesson Model 1854 is a lever-action rifle chambered in .45 Colt with a 19.25-inch threaded barrel. It has a forged 416 stainless steel receiver finished in OD Green Cerakote, paired with a black synthetic stock, and holds 9 rounds. The rifle pairs classic lever-gun handling with a Picatinny rail and M-LOK forend for mounting modern optics and accessories. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Smith & Wesson 
• Model: 1854 
• Caliber: .45 Colt 
• Action: Lever Action 
• Capacity: 9 Rounds 
• Barrel Length: 19.25 inches 
• Finish: OD Green Cerakote 
• Material: Forged 416 Stainless Steel Receiver 
   

Detailed Features 

• 19.25-inch barrel is threaded 11/16-24 for muzzle devices 
• XS Sights ghost ring rear sight paired with a gold bead front sight 
• M-LOK forend and Picatinny rail for optics and accessory mounting 
• Cross-bolt safety for carry and handling 
• Black synthetic stock contrasts with the OD Green receiver and barrel finish

Owners of the Model 1854 generally report smooth, reliable cycling once the action is broken in, though some lever guns need a bit of use before feeding feels effortless. The stainless receiver and Cerakote finish hold up well to weather and field use, and the action lockup feels solid compared to older lever designs.

The threaded barrel and rail and M-LOK layout make the 1854 easy to set up with a red dot or optic, which shooters like for hunting big-bore lever guns at moderate range. The ghost ring sights are a step up from traditional buckhorn sights for target acquisition, though a few owners find the safety placement takes some adjustment.

Aftermarket support for the 1854 platform has grown quickly since its release, with threaded muzzle devices and rail accessories readily available. Some buyers note the price sits above traditional lever guns, but consider the modern furniture and mounting options worth the premium for a woods gun.