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#10MinuteTalk | The Smith & Wesson 1854 — Born from Lever Action Legacy

Podcast: Vortex Nation Podcast
Published: May 26, 2026
Duration seconds: 1380
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Summary

Lever-action rifles may be a new category for Smith & Wesson, but the company’s connection to lever guns goes back to the very origins of the platform itself. In this episode, Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn explore the history behind the legendary action and take a closer look at the classic styling and modern performance of the Smith & Wesson 1854.