The Chiappa 1887 is a lever-action shotgun chambered in 12 GA, built around the classic 1887 Winchester pattern. The color case-hardened steel receiver and hand-oiled walnut stock give it an unmistakably period look. The 28-inch smooth-bore barrel is threaded for Rem Choke, so you can swap constrictions depending on whether you're shooting clay targets or hunting waterfowl. Capacity is 5+1 rounds via tube magazine, chamber size is 2-3/4 inches, and the hammer-type safety keeps the operating manual similar to the original design. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Chiappa Firearms 
• Model: 1887 
• Type: Lever Action Shotgun 
• Caliber/Gauge: 12 GA 
• Barrel Length: 28 inches 
• Capacity: 5+1 rounds (tube magazine) 
• Weight: 9.3 lbs 
• Overall Length (OAL): 45 inches 
• Chamber Size: 2.75 inches (2-3/4") 
• Receiver Material: Steel with Color Case Hardened finish 
• Stock Material: Hand-Oiled Walnut 
• Sights: Bead front sight 
• Safety Mechanism: Hammer safety

The Chiappa 1887 attracts a fairly specific crowd, people drawn to the lever-action shotgun format for its historical connection, cowboy action shooting, or just the novelty factor. And reactions tend to reflect that niche.

The case-hardened finish and overall aesthetics consistently get good marks. Most users find the action smooth enough once they've put some rounds through it, and it works reliably on standard 2-3/4" loads for hunting or sport shooting. The lever-action cycling takes some adjustment for anyone coming from pump or semi-auto shotguns, but most find the learning curve short. At 9.3 lbs it's on the heavier side, and a few users mention recoil is noticeable with heavier payloads.

Build quality opinions are mixed. Many find the construction solid, but some point to specific components, occasionally the lever return or extractors, that feel less refined than the price might suggest. The price itself is a recurring discussion point: some see it as fair given the unique design; others think similar money buys better-performing shotguns if aesthetics aren't the priority. For cowboy action competitors and collectors, the 1887's distinctiveness tends to outweigh those concerns.