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Plenty of commemorative rifles are built to sit behind glass. This one earns its engraving. The Smith & Wesson 1854 America 250 celebrates the 250th anniversary of the United States with a laser-engraved eagle, shield, and banner across its stainless steel receiver, and the date in the model name carries its own meaning too. 1854 is the year Horace Smith and Daniel Wesson patented their first lever gun, so this rifle wraps two pieces of American history into a single receiver.
Chambered in 45-70 Government with a 6+1 capacity, this Model 1854 is ready for real use. The 20 inch stainless steel barrel wears a durable Armornite finish and comes threaded 11/16-24 from the factory, so adding a suppressor is a simple job. You get an adjustable XS Sights ghost ring rear paired with a gold bead front, and a Picatinny rail up top if you would rather run a red dot or scout scope. The flat-face trigger gives you consistent finger placement, the large loop lever cycles easily with gloves on, and the side loading gate makes topping off quick. The action itself is the reason the 1854 series earned its reputation, smooth and quick in a way that echoes S&W's big-frame revolvers.
The walnut stock and forend feature laser-textured grip panels that keep the rifle planted without chewing up your hands, and the engraving is tastefully placed so hard field use will not ruin the artwork. At around 7 pounds, it carries well in thick timber where a hard-hitting 45-70 shines on deer, hogs, and black bear.
Limited runs like this tend to disappear fast, especially in the bigger 45-70 chambering. Whether you are a collector marking the anniversary or a hunter who wants a lever gun with a story, this rifle covers both jobs without compromise.
The core rifle is the same proven 1854 platform, but this limited edition adds a laser-engraved receiver featuring an eagle with shield surrounded by stars and a banner celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States. The engraving is applied so the rifle stays completely usable in the field. It is a commemorative piece you can hunt with instead of one that only looks good in a display case.
Yes, the 20 inch stainless steel barrel comes threaded from the factory with an 11/16-24 thread pattern. That means you can mount a suppressor without any gunsmith work. Just make sure any can you choose is rated for 45-70 pressures and bullet diameter.
You can. The receiver comes with a Picatinny rail base already installed, so mounting a red dot, scout scope, or low-power variable is straightforward. If you prefer irons, the adjustable XS ghost ring rear and gold bead front sights are excellent right out of the box, especially for quick shots in the timber.
The 45-70 Government is a big-bore thumper that handles deer, hogs, black bear, and even larger game at woods distances. With a 6+1 capacity, smooth action, and roughly 7 pound weight, this rifle carries and handles like a serious hunting lever gun. Plenty of folks also keep a 45-70 lever action as a backcountry companion in bear country.
| UPC | 022188909777 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 14970 |
| Action | |
| Barrel Length | 20" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .45-70 Government |
| Capacity | 6 + 1 |
| Color | Black |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Lever Action |
| Safety | Crossbolt |
| Shipping Weight | 10.5 |
| Sights | Gold Bead Front/Adj XS Ghost Ring Rear |
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