Chapuis African PH Double Rifle
Chapuis Armes · Rifle · In Production · 2005
Also known as: Chapuis PH, Chapuis Professional Hunter, African PH Model
Overview
The Chapuis African PH is a side-by-side boxlock ejector double rifle built by French gunmaker Chapuis Armes for dangerous-game safari hunting. Chambered in .375 H&H Magnum, it uses two independently regulated barrels fired by double triggers, a scalloped and grey-etched boxlock action with automatic ejectors, and a quarter-rib carrying express sights (one standing and three folding leaves regulated to 100, 150 and 200 metres). The figured walnut stock features a beavertail forend, pistol grip, cheekpiece and Decelerator recoil pad, with the action scroll-engraved and adorned with a cape buffalo motif.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 4300 g (151.7 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1080 mm (42.52") |
| Barrel Length | 648 mm (25.51") |
| Action Type | Break Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Double Trigger |
| Magazine Capacity | 2 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Internal |
| Muzzle Velocity | 823 m/s (2700 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 6585 J (4857 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 150 m (164 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 200 m (219 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 305 mm (12.01") |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Walnut |
| Finish | Grey Etched Receiver |
Calibers
- .375 H&H Magnum · primary — also known as .375 Holland & Holland Magnum, .375 Belted Rimless Nitro Express
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Break Open Barrels
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Top Tang Safety, Bushed Firing Pins
- Features: Side By Side Barrels, Boxlock Action, Automatic Ejectors, Express Sights, Quarter Rib, Beavertail Forend, Pistol Grip, Cheekpiece, Recoil Pad, Scroll Engraving
Production
Production years: 2005-present
Built to order in multiple grades; part of Chapuis' African double-rifle line alongside the later Iphisi and Elan models
Origin
Country of origin: France
Designer: Chapuis Armes
Notes
Offered in several engraving and wood grades. As a break-action double rifle it holds two rounds, one per barrel, and is designed for the fast second shot valued in close-range dangerous-game hunting.
Background
Chapuis Armes, founded in the French gunmaking town of Saint-Bonnet-le-Chateau, built its reputation on affordable yet finely made side-by-side double rifles that brought the traditionally British safari double within reach of more hunters. The African PH was named for the professional hunters who guide dangerous-game safaris and rely on a double rifle's instant second barrel.