Maryville, Tennessee- December 2025 – Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI), a leader in firearm manufacturing and design, announces today the release of the Model 1854, chambered in 360 Buckhammer.
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Introduced in 2023, the straight-walled 360 Buckhammer cartridge was specifically designed for deer hunting and optimized for lever-action rifles. When paired with the Model 1854 series, this combination provides the perfect hunting package for those who value tradition, performance, and innovation.
Comparable to existing Model 1854 rifles chambered in .45-70 Government and .30-30 WIN, this new offering features a 6+1 capacity, a forged 416 stainless steel receiver with a side loading gate, and a 20-inch 410 stainless steel barrel that includes a 5/8-24 thread pattern for suppressor capability.
Its large loop lever is designed for smooth operation, allowing for quicker follow-up shots, while the flat trigger design aids in reliable finger placement, supporting improved accuracy.
The Model 1854 360 Buckhammer comes equipped with several out-of-the-box features, including a Picatinny-style base for optics mounting, an adjustable XS Sights® ghost ring rear sight, a gold bead front sight, and a fixed magazine tube. The forend on this stainless-steel model offers three M-LOK® compatible slots for the user’s preferred accessories and integrated mounts for the addition of a sling.
Experience the perfect blend of heritage and innovation – experience Smith & Wesson Smooth™. For more information on the Model 1854 Series, visit www.smith-wesson.com/products/1854.
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About Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc.
Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI) is a U.S.-based leader in firearm manufacturing and design, delivering a broad portfolio of quality handgun, long gun, and suppressor products to the global consumer and professional markets under the iconic Smith & Wesson® and Gemtech® brands. Additionally, the company provides manufacturing services such as forging and machining to third parties and offers world-class firearm training programs to Law Enforcement/Military departments and civilians at the Smith & Wesson Academy™ in Maryville, TN. For more information call (844) 363-5386 or visit www.smith-wesson.com.
XS Sights is a registered trademark of XS Sight Systems, Inc; M-LOK is a registered trademark of Magpul Industries Corp.; Buckhammer is a registered trademark of Ammunition Operations LLC.
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