The Chiappa 1873 Dual Cylinder is a single-action revolver that ships with two cylinders, one for .22 LR and one for .22 WMR. Swapping between them takes a minute and no tools. The 4.75-inch blued steel barrel and frame follow traditional 1873 SAA proportions. Capacity is 10 rounds, weight is 3.6 lbs (32.2 oz), and overall length is 10.25 inches. Model number CF340.155D. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Caliber: .22 LR / .22 WMR (dual cylinder) 
• Action Type: Single Action Revolver (SAO) 
• Barrel Length: 4.75 inches 
• Capacity: 10 rounds 
• Weight: 3.6 lbs (32.2 oz) 
• Overall Length: 10.25 inches 
• Finish: Black with Blued Steel Frame 
• Manufacturer: Chiappa Firearms 
• Model Number: CF340.155D 
   

Detailed Features 

The blued steel frame is built on 1873 Single Action Army geometry. The exposed hammer is manually cocked for each shot, as expected on a SAO revolver. Fixed front sight keeps things simple. The dual cylinder is the main practical feature here: .22 LR for cheap plinking, .22 WMR for hunting or longer range targets, same gun. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

• Sport Shooting / Plinking: Low cost per round in .22 LR, classic action feel, manageable recoil. 
• Small Game Hunting: Swap to .22 WMR for more energy on squirrels and rabbits at distance. 
• Cowboy Action Shooting: The 1873-style design and SAO action fit SASS-style events.

Owners of the Chiappa 1873 Dual Cylinder tend to land in a few consistent camps.

The dual cylinder setup gets the most consistent praise. Being able to run both .22 LR and .22 WMR in one gun is genuinely useful, and most owners use both cylinders regularly. The swap is quick enough that it's practical, not just a novelty.

The classic aesthetics draw buyers who want a .22 that looks and feels like a traditional single-action revolver. Most find the weight and balance familiar and comfortable.

Accuracy with quality ammunition is generally well-regarded. Recoil in .22 is minimal, and the SAO trigger -- once you're used to cocking before each shot -- produces clean, consistent breaks for most owners.

Criticism clusters around fit and finish. Some owners report rough edges, loose cylinder timing, or finish inconsistencies that suggest less precise manufacturing than higher-end SAO revolvers. These issues are more common than on comparable Ruger or Uberti products.

Trigger pull gets mixed marks. Some owners find it acceptable; others describe it as heavier than expected for the style of gun. It's worth a function check before buying if possible.

Reliability is generally fine with quality .22 LR, but a handful of owners report hiccups with cheap bulk ammunition or during rapid-fire strings.