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Chiappa Firearms is an Italian manufacturer producing some of the most distinctive and historically significant firearms available today—from the Rhino revolver with its unique bottom-cylinder firing position through the Triple Threat three-barreled shotgun to an extensive lineup of 19th-century lever-action and single-action reproductions, plus the M1-9 9mm carbine for shooters who want M1 Carbine handling at a fraction of .30 Carbine ammunition cost. Chiappa’s combination of Italian manufacturing quality, creative engineering, and historical authenticity makes their lineup unlike any other brand in the market.

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The Chiappa Rhino: Why the Bottom-Cylinder Design Matters

The Chiappa Rhino fires from the bottom chamber of the cylinder rather than the top, which aligns the bore directly with the shooter’s hand rather than above it. Traditional revolvers fire from the top chamber, placing the bore above the hand and creating muzzle rise as recoil pushes the barrel upward. The Rhino’s bottom-cylinder design virtually eliminates muzzle flip, making follow-up shots faster and felt recoil more manageable. Available in .357 Magnum/.38 Special and 9mm, with barrel lengths from 2” to 6”, the Rhino is one of the most genuinely innovative revolver designs produced in the last 50 years.

Chiappa Triple Threat: The Three-Barrel Shotgun

The Chiappa Triple Threat is a three-barreled break-action shotgun in 12 gauge — two side-by-side barrels over a single bottom barrel, giving three shots without a repeating action. It’s one of the most unusual production shotguns available today, built for the shooter who wants something genuinely different from any pump, semi-auto, or traditional double.

Chiappa 1873 SAA Revolvers

Chiappa produces a comprehensive line of 1873 Single Action Army reproductions in .22 LR, .22 WMR, .17 HMR, and .357 Magnum at price points well below competing Italian and American SAA clones. The lineup includes standard 4.75” and 7.5” barrel lengths, a 12” Buntline variant, and Antique finishes for collectors. See our Chiappa 1873 model page for the complete lineup across all calibers and barrel lengths.

Chiappa M1-9: The 9mm M1 Carbine

The Chiappa M1-9 takes the iconic M1 Carbine profile — walnut stock, classic lines, compact semi-auto handling — and rechambers it in 9mm rather than .30 Carbine. The result is a gun that looks and handles like the classic M1 but costs a fraction as much to feed, since 9mm is dramatically cheaper and more widely available than .30 Carbine ammunition. For shooters who love the M1 Carbine’s aesthetics but want to shoot frequently at an affordable cost per round, the M1-9 is built for exactly that tradeoff.

Chiappa Lever-Action Shotguns and Rifles

Chiappa produces the most complete line of lever-action reproductions currently available: the Chiappa 1887 lever-action shotgun in 12 gauge (the first repeating shotgun), the Chiappa 1892 lever-action rifle in .357 Mag, .44 Mag, .44-40, and .45 Colt, and the Chiappa 1886 lever-action rifle in .45-70 Government. All are built to SASS competition standards and available in multiple configurations.

Little Badger: The Folding Single Shot

The Little Badger is a single-shot folding rifle in .22 LR, .22 WMR, and .17 HMR with a skeletonized frame that folds to a compact 16.5” for transport and storage. The integrated Picatinny rail accepts optics, and the design is simple enough for youth shooters while capable enough for small game hunting and survival use. At its price point, the Little Badger offers a unique combination of compact portability and functional accuracy.

Chiappa CBR-9: The 9mm Carbine

The Chiappa CBR-9 is a 9mm semi-automatic carbine with a 9” barrel, folding stock, and 18-round magazine compatibility. Italian manufacturing applied to the pistol-caliber carbine segment at a competitive price point.

Frequently Asked Questions: Chiappa Firearms

Does Chiappa make an M1 Carbine?
Yes — the Chiappa M1-9 is a modern 9mm reinterpretation of the M1 Carbine pattern, with the same walnut stock and classic profile but chambered in 9mm for dramatically lower ammunition cost.

What is the Chiappa Rhino?
The Rhino is Chiappa’s innovative revolver that fires from the bottom chamber of the cylinder, virtually eliminating muzzle flip. Available in .357 Magnum/.38 Special and 9mm.

Where are Chiappa firearms made?
Chiappa firearms are manufactured in Italy.