The Chiappa 1892 Mare's Leg is a lever-action pistol chambered in .44 Remington Magnum, built around the 1892 Winchester action and cut down to a 9-inch barrel. It's an unusual piece (part cowboy-action sidearm, part range novelty), and it handles that role well. The color case receiver and hand-oiled walnut stock give it genuine visual character, not just a factory finish.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Chiappa Firearms
- Model: 1892 Mare's Leg
- Caliber: .44 Rem Magnum
- Barrel Length: 9 inches
- Capacity: 4 rounds
- Weight: 4.8 lbs (76.8 oz)
- Action Type: Lever Action
- Stock Material: Walnut with Hand Oiled Finish
- Receiver Finish: Color Case
- Sights: Adjustable Rear with Fixed Blade Front
Features
The lever action cycles smoothly and allows quick follow-up shots, useful in cowboy action events where split-second transitions matter. At 9 inches of barrel, it's compact but still pushes .44 Magnum at effective velocities. The adjustable rear sight paired with a fixed blade front covers most practical distances without fuss.
The walnut grip is oiled rather than lacquered, which improves purchase when hands are warm. The color case receiver is a genuine heat-treated finish, not a painted imitation.
Usage
This is primarily a cowboy action shooting sidearm and a collector piece. It fits SASS and similar competition formats where lever pistols are allowed. At the range it draws attention, and with four rounds of .44 Magnum it isn't a firearm to dismiss on power. Home defense is a distant third use case. The 4-round capacity and specialized operation put it behind more conventional options for that role.
