Make: Chiappa Firerarms

Model: 1892

Serial Number: CFIT21B00299

Year of Manufacture: 2021 / ATF Classification: Modern

Caliber/Gauge: .45 Colt

Action Type: Lever action, tubular magazine

Barrel Length: 16"

Sights/Optics: The front sight is a blade pinned into a base fixed to the barrel. The rear sight is an adjustable elevation square-notch dovetailed into the barrel.

Grip/Stock Configuration & Condition: The furniture is two piece wood with a smooth straight wrist grip, straight comb, smooth forend, and a smooth metal buttplate. The buttplate has faint handling wear. The only notable blemish is a small scuff on the left side of the forend. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13.25" from the face of the trigger to the butt. The furniture rates in Fine Plus condition.

Type of Finish: Blued, case colored

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp with light fouling. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer's opinion, the bore rates 9.5/10.

Overall Condition: This firearm retains about 98% of its original metal finish. The finish has only a few light surface scratches and some tape residue on the receiver likely from factory stickers or protective strips. The screw heads range from lightly tooled to unmarred and retain turnable slots. The markings are clear and complete. Overall, this firearm rates in Fine condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this firearm. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None

Our Assessment: This Chiappa Firearms Model 1892 was manufactured in 2021 and is a modern reproduction of John M. Browning's legendary Winchester Model 1892. Produced by Chiappa Firearms, the Model 1892 remains one of the strongest and smoothest pistol-caliber lever-action designs ever created. Chiappa's modern reproductions combine the classic styling and handling characteristics of the original with contemporary manufacturing methods and materials.

Chambered in .45 Colt with a 16 inch barrel, this compact lever-action rifle is well suited for hunting, cowboy action shooting, and recreational use. The .45 Colt remains one of America's classic revolver and rifle cartridges, offering mild recoil with standard loads and substantial performance when paired with modern hunting ammunition. In this writer's opinion, the bore rates 9.5 out of 10, indicating excellent internal condition with strong rifling. The action functions correctly.

The furniture rates in Fine Plus condition with minimal visible handling wear. This firearm retains approximately 98% of its original metal finish, presenting a very clean overall appearance. Overall, this firearm rates in Fine condition and stands as an attractive example of the Chiappa Firearms Model 1892 chambered in the timeless .45 Colt cartridge. Please see our photos for a better understanding of condition and good luck with your bids!