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Smith & Wesson 1854 Lever Action .30-30 Winchester 20" Barrel 6+1 Rounds

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Chambered .30-30

Winchester with 6+1 capacity

20-inch Barrel

1:10" right-hand twist and 6-groove

Forged 416

Stainless steel receiver

Black Synthetic

Textured grip panels

Large Loop

Lever and cross-bolt manual safety

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SKU: WX2*0749076

Overview

Built for hunters who want a traditional lever-action chambering in a modern platform, this rifle is suited to field use where quick handling and straightforward operation matter. The .30-30 Winchester chambering, 6+1 capacity, and large loop lever support practical hunting carry, while the 20-inch barrel and adjustable XS ghost ring sights with gold bead front sight provide a familiar setup for deliberate shot placement. Details like the forged 416 stainless steel receiver, black synthetic stock with textured grip panels, cross-bolt manual safety, and M-LOK forend with top Picatinny-style rail give it a more contemporary feature set without losing its classic lever-gun character.

Why Hunters Choose the Smith & Wesson

20-inch Barrel

1:10" RH twist and 6-groove

Forged 416

Stainless steel receiver for a

Black Synthetic

Textured grip panels for secure

Large Loop

Lever and flat trigger with

Adjustable Xs

Gold bead front sight

Key Features

  • Chambered in .30-30 Winchester with 6+1 capacity.
  • 20-inch barrel with 1:10" right-hand twist and 6-groove rifling.
  • Forged 416 stainless steel receiver.
  • Black synthetic stock with textured grip panels.
  • Large loop lever and cross-bolt manual safety.
  • Adjustable XS ghost ring sight with gold bead front sight.
  • M-LOK slots on the forend and Picatinny-style rail on top.

Best Used For

  • Hunters wanting a traditional lever-action rifle chambered in .30-30 Winchester for general field use.
  • Users who prefer a 20-inch barrel and large loop lever for familiar, classic handling.
  • Hunters looking for a rifle with adjustable ghost ring sights and a gold bead front sight.
  • Shooters who want a synthetic-stock lever gun with M-LOK forend slots and a top rail.
  • Owners seeking a six-plus-one capacity rifle with a cross-bolt manual safety.

Specifications

ActionLever Action
Barrel Length20"
Caliber.30-30 Winchester
Capacity6+1
ForendM-LOK slots on forend
Groove Count6
LeverLarge loop lever
Muzzle5/8 -24 threaded muzzle with thread protector
ReceiverForged 416 stainless steel receiver
SafetyCross-bolt manual safety
SightsAdjustable XS Sights ghost ring sight with gold bead front sight
StockBlack synthetic stock with textured grip panels
Top RailPicatinny-style rail on top
TriggerFlat trigger with crisp break
Twist Rate1:10" RH

Pros

  • 20-inch barrel with 1:10" RH twist and 6-groove rifling
  • Forged 416 stainless steel receiver for a durable, modern build
  • Black synthetic stock with textured grip panels for secure handling
  • Large loop lever and flat trigger with crisp break
  • Adjustable XS ghost ring sights with gold bead front sight
  • M-LOK forend slots and top Picatinny-style rail for accessory mounting

Considerations & Trade-offs

  • The 6+1 capacity is practical for hunting, but it does mean you’ll want to plan follow-up shots and reloads accordingly.
  • The 20" barrel and traditional lever-action layout offer a classic handling profile, though they may feel less compact than shorter-carbine alternatives in tight cover or a blind.
  • The rifle includes a cross-bolt manual safety and a large-loop lever, features that add control and usability but may not match the simplest, most traditional lever-gun setup.
  • The threaded muzzle, M-LOK forend slots, and top Picatinny-style rail add flexibility, but they also make this a more modernized take on the Model 1854 rather than a purely classic .30-30 lever rifle.

Suggested Comparisons

  • Lever-action hunting rifles
  • .30-30 Winchester rifles
  • Traditional deer rifles
  • Lever-action rifles with threaded muzzle

Suggested Accessories

  • Hearing protection
  • Rifle sling
  • Cleaning kit
  • Scope mount

Frequently Asked Questions

What cartridge is the Smith & Wesson 1854 chambered in?

It is chambered in .30-30 Winchester.

How much ammunition does it hold?

The listed capacity is 6+1 rounds.

What sights come on this rifle?

It comes with an adjustable XS Sights ghost ring sight and a gold bead front sight.

Does this rifle have a threaded muzzle?

Yes. The description lists a 5/8-24 threaded muzzle with a thread protector.

What stock and receiver details are provided?

The rifle is listed with a forged 416 stainless steel receiver and a black synthetic stock with textured grip panels.