LEVER ACTION
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More than one million pieces were manufactured by
Winchester, and although the company phased them out
by 1930, they are still being made under different labels
by other firearms producers, in a modern form.
The Chiappa Group is presently the only producer of a
faithful replica of the 1892 series, with all parts being
interchangeable with the original. A full range of 1892
versions has been developed: rifle and carbine with
four different barrel lengths (12”, 16”, 20” and 24”), 6
different calibers, Take Down version, for the sport of
Cowboy Action Shooting, hunting and collecting.
Carbine 20” has full length magazine, saddle ring on left
side of receiver, forend kept in place by a barrel band.
1892 Take Down Lever Action
It is famous for its light weight, low recoil and
responsive, easy handling. It displays a genius of design
that makes it a modern-day treasure.