Chiappa 1860 Spencer
Chiappa Firearms · Rifle · In Production
Overview
The Chiappa 1860 Spencer is a reproduction of the famous Civil War-era lever-action repeating carbine. Features the unique buttstock tube magazine feeding 7 rounds. Available in period-correct .56-50 Spencer and modern .45 Colt.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 4100 g (144.6 oz) |
| Overall Length | 948 mm (37.32") |
| Barrel Length | 508 mm (20.00") |
| Action Type | Lever Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 7 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Tubular |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Walnut |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- .56-50 Spencer · primary — also known as .56-50
- .45 Colt — also known as .45 Long Colt, .45 LC
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Tubular Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety
- Features: Lever Action, Color Case Receiver, Buttstock Tube Magazine, Adjustable Ladder Sight, Reproduction
Origin
Country of origin: Italy
Notes
Buttstock tube magazine. Available in .56-50 Spencer and .45 Colt. 20" barrel. Color case hardened receiver. Also available as 3-band Infantry Rifle.
Background
The Spencer was the first militarily successful repeating rifle, used extensively by Union cavalry in the Civil War. Its 7-round firepower gave Spencer-equipped units a decisive advantage over muzzle-loading opponents.