The Chiappa Firearms SAA 1873 is a single-action revolver chambered for .22 LR and .22 WMR with a 7.5" barrel. It holds 10 rounds, weighs 3.8 lbs (41.6 oz), and wears a blued finish. The alloy frame pairs with a steel cylinder and barrel liner. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: SAA 1873 
• Caliber: .22 LR / .22 WMR 
• Action: Single Action 
• Barrel Length: 7.5 inches 
• Capacity: 10 rounds 
• Weight: 3.8 lbs (41.6 oz) 
• Finish Color: Black (Blued) 
• Manufacturer: Chiappa Firearms 
   

Features 

The single-action mechanism requires manually cocking the hammer before each shot, giving deliberate control over the trigger pull and a classic shooting feel. An adjustable rear sight handles both elevation and windage, useful for dialing in at different distances. The dual-caliber capability means you can run cheaper .22 LR for regular range sessions and swap to .22 WMR when you want more velocity. The blued finish resists surface wear well.

The Chiappa SAA 1873's dual-caliber setup draws consistent praise. The ability to switch between .22 LR for affordable practice and .22 WMR when you need more punch is a genuine practical advantage. The Old West styling and blued finish appeal to collectors and Western-theme shooters, and those aesthetics come up in almost every positive review.

Shooting experience with .22 LR is smooth and low-recoil, which makes the gun accessible and fun at the range. Accuracy at short distances is solid; at longer distances some users find it doesn't quite match dedicated target pistols.

Build quality feedback is mixed. Many note good fit and finish; others have encountered rough triggers or cylinder alignment inconsistencies, suggesting some unit-to-unit variation. Price discussions are balanced. It's reasonably priced for what it offers, though a few feel competing options deliver better mechanical consistency in the same range.