Chiappa pistol
Has anyone had any experience with the 1911 22 cal. clone from Chiappa?It would be inexpenvive for the grandkids to shoot but how about accuracy and dependability.I like the looks of this 45 colt clone. Thanks
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stay away cheapo..lots of rugers for sale that will last a lifetime 0 -
I agree, you can get a used quality firearm in the same general price range. 0 -
I think the GSG is a much truer copy of a 1911 in a 22 rimfire with better design and functions 100 % for just slightly more money. 0 -
I own a Kimber Rimfire Super and a Colt Ace, but have been in the market for a less expensive 1911 .22 Cal plinker. I take lots of young inexperienced kids to the range and, while they like shooting the 22s, I wince every time one of them sets my Ace on the bench a little hard or drops a mag on the ground. So, I looked at both the Chiappa and the GSG 1911. In my opinion, the GSG had better heft, fit/finish, appearance, and functionality than the Chiappa. I really like that the GSG's slide locks back on an empty mag and that the mag is steel, not plastic. It also has an ambidextrous safety and adjustable sights. Having read the available reviews on each and after inspecting both guns this past weekend at a gun show, I bought the NIB GSG for $315 out-the door price. I also bought an extra mag from the guy for $25. I haven't had the chance to shoot the GSG yet, but everyone I know who has one has been pleased. In fact, a couple of my friends have purchased a second one because, in their words, the price is right. There's a NIB GSG selling for $299 right now on the auction side; a used one is going for under $200. Now, some are leery about the GSG's construction. I understand the frame and slide are made of zinc, so I'm not sure how the gun will hold up over time. I guess I'll try it out and see, but for the price, I think this is a pretty sweet little semi. 0 -
I agree w/the others. Better pistols are available in same price range. But if you like a .22 1911 look alike, they are kinda cool.
I bought one when they 1st came out. Paid $300.+
If I had it to do over, knowing what I know, I wouldn't give a nickle over $200.0 -
I agree with the general consensus of adivice to pass on Chiappa guns.
I have not heard any good noises regarding Chiappa's guns, including the .22 cal 1911 clone, or their reproductions of 19th century weapons aimed at the cowboy action shooting (CAS) market. Everything I have heard mentions general overall quality, fit and finish issues and functionality problems.
I think that Colt would do well if they resurected their older model Ace kit back on the market using original-quality materials. My 1943 government-marked 1911 with an original Ace kit is accurate, functions flawlessly with every type and brand of .22LR ammo I have put through it and the slide locks back when the last round is fired, as do the original .45 slide and parts. Not all the clones and non-Colt kits lock back on the last round and this is a critical feature if using the .22 clone guns or kits as substitutes for .45's in realistic practice situations where quick magazine changes are necessary.
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In answer to another reply below:
Colt might be able to do it but with a retail of $800.00? I don't know...that sounds very high to me, but who knows? If true, they could farm out the manufacture of the kit, as they did with certain Colt-branded guns in the past. I cannot see a new kit like this retailing for more than $300-$350 and probably less. Oh, well.0 -
Problem is, Colt probably would not be able to do it for under $800.00 0
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