chiappa

[joepb]

Does anyone have chiappa 1892? I like the looks, but know nothing about them. How do they shoot, and are they reliable. Thanks, Joe

[Pete44ru]

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Joe, if you use our search function, you should be able to find the very thorough discussion by a fellow levergunner & eminent Model 92 guru, Nate "Kiowa" Jones.
(aka: Steve http://www.stevesgunz.com ).

Steve was a consultant for Chiappa several years ago, when they were having production QC issues with their Model 92..


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[Martini450]

I have one in 44-40 with a 24" barrel, and it's a handsome, accurate rifle. The thing I like about the Chiappa 92 is that it's a very close copy of the original Winchester; you especially see it in the lines of the receiver. Fit and finish is outstanding. Mine's action was a bit stiff, so I sent it to Stevesgunz, and now it cycles smoother than glass. It's now one of my favourite rifles.

By the way, I can't say enough about Steve "Nate Kiowa Jones". Great person to do business with, honest as the day is long, and very good at what he does.

[joepb]

Thanks for the reply.......Joe

[DPris]

They seem to be sorta variable.
I have one of their early Mare's Legs that's quite nice.
Had a standard 92 here that was still good, but not fit & finished quite as well.

I've seen complaints of quality issues sporadically on other forums.
Probably best (like pretty much everywhere else nowdays) to inspect personally in hand before committing.
Denis