Chiappa Reproduction Winchester Model 1892 .38-40 WCF Lever Action Take Down Rifle
Our Assessment: When asked by Winchester to design an improved lever action to compete with a recent Marlin offering, John Browning said he would have the prototype completed in under a month or it would be free. Within two weeks, Browning had a functioning prototype of the '92. The Winchester 1892 a historical rifle that made the lever-action a favorite firearm of the American Old West. Designed by none other than John Moses Browning, the Chiappa Firearms 1892 is a true reproduction. Metal parts are precision made on modern CNC equipment, while the beautiful wood stocks are hand-finished and crafted for a perfect metal-to-wood fit. This example is a neat rifle with a 24" barrel that is chambered for period-accurate .38-40Winchester. This Italian made 1892 is in Fine Plus condition, showing a little use and a lot of care. With its extremely smooth action, Cowboy action shooters are sure to take an interest in this item. Please see our photos and good luck with your bidding!
Make: Chiappa
Model: 1892
Serial Number: T6785
Year of Manufacture: 2009
Caliber: .38-40 Winchester
Action Type: Lever Action
Markings: Standard Chiappa Markings
Barrel Length: 24"
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade. The rear sight is semi buckhorn elevator sight.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is two piece smooth wood. The LOP measures 12 3/4" from the front of the trigger to the back of the metal butt plate. The stocks rate in about Very Good overall condition.
Type of Finish: Case Color, Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer's opinion and for the age, the bore rates a 10 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 97-98 % of its metal finish. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Fine Plus condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a more thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None
CA LEGALITY: CA DEALER Transferable: YES. CA PPT: YES.
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