Today, I was pleased to get my hands on the Smith & Wesson Model 1854 Stealth Hunter chambered in .357 Magnum. This lever-action rifle blends classic design with modern enhancements, which makes it a viable option for home defense, hunting, and maybe even competition shooting.
.357 Magnum
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Shooting S&W’s Model 1854 Stealth Hunter — SHOT Show 2025
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