New S&W 1854 Stealth Hunter 357 Magnum First Shots

Published on April 4, 2025
Duration: 13:59

This guide details the break-in and loading techniques for the new Smith & Wesson 1854 Stealth Hunter, as demonstrated by Honest Outlaw. It covers managing a stiff loading gate and addresses potential cycling issues with lighter ammunition, emphasizing the importance of using full-power .357 Magnum loads for optimal performance. The review highlights the rifle's suitability as a modern utility firearm.

Quick Summary

The Smith & Wesson 1854 Stealth Hunter is a modern lever-action rifle chambered in .357 Magnum/.38 Special with an 8-round capacity. Key features include an M-LOK handguard, threaded barrel, HD front sight, and XS ghost ring rear sight. It demonstrated excellent reliability with full-power .357 Magnum loads after an initial break-in period.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the S&W 1854
  2. 00:50External Features and Optics
  3. 01:28Controls and Capacity
  4. 01:55Shooting .38 Special
  5. 03:32Loading Gate and Technique
  6. 05:31Comparison and Handling
  7. 06:44Shooting .357 Magnum
  8. 08:04Final Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Smith & Wesson 1854 Stealth Hunter?

The S&W 1854 Stealth Hunter boasts a black-on-black finish, full M-LOK rail, threaded barrel (1/2x28), HD front sight with gold bead, XS ghost ring rear sight, and an 8-round capacity. It's chambered in .357 Magnum/.38 Special.

What ammunition was tested in the S&W 1854 Stealth Hunter, and how did it perform?

The rifle was tested with Fiocchi .38 Special, which initially caused some cycling issues common in new lever actions. However, it performed flawlessly with Winchester White Box .357 Magnum 110 Grain JHP, demonstrating 100% reliability and smooth recoil.

Is the S&W 1854 Stealth Hunter suitable for modern applications?

Yes, the reviewer considers the 1854 an excellent 'truck gun' or self-defense option, especially for restrictive states. Its factory features like the threaded barrel and ghost ring sights are highly practical and often require expensive custom work on other rifles.

What is the capacity of the Smith & Wesson 1854 Stealth Hunter?

The Smith & Wesson 1854 Stealth Hunter has an 8-round capacity when chambered in .357 Magnum or .38 Special ammunition.

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