Chiappa: The 1886 Kodiak Rifle

Published on February 28, 2012
Duration: 2:06

The Chiappa 1886 Kodiak is presented as a robust big-game rifle chambered in .45-70 Government. It features a durable bead-blasted hard chrome finish for elemental protection, including within the action. The rifle is configured as a guide gun with a forward-mounted scout scope on a standard Weaver rail, designed for quick acquisition and to mitigate recoil-induced "weatherbe eyebrow" injuries common with traditional scope placement on heavy lever actions. It comes equipped with a Skinner peep sight and has a capacity of four rounds in the magazine plus one in the chamber.

Quick Summary

The Chiappa 1886 Kodiak rifle is chambered in .45-70 Government and has a capacity of four rounds in the magazine plus one in the chamber. It features a durable bead-blasted hard chrome finish for elemental protection and is configured with a forward-mounted scout scope on a Weaver rail to mitigate recoil injuries.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction
  2. 00:04Mark Keefe Introduces Charlie Brown
  3. 00:09Chiappa's New Kodiak Rifle
  4. 00:17Rifle Overview and Caliber (.45-70)
  5. 00:28Intended Use: Backup for Big Game
  6. 00:36Hard Chrome Finish Explained
  7. 00:44Strength of the 1886 Action
  8. 00:52Guide Gun Configuration
  9. 00:56Scout Mount and Scope Setup
  10. 01:04Weaver Rail Compatibility
  11. 01:09Benefits of Scout Mount for Recoil
  12. 01:24Serious Big Bore Rifle
  13. 01:28Skinner Sights
  14. 01:34Pre-drilled and Tapped for Base
  15. 01:38Round Capacity
  16. 01:43Conclusion and Shooting

Frequently Asked Questions

What caliber is the Chiappa 1886 Kodiak rifle?

The Chiappa 1886 Kodiak rifle is chambered in .45-70 Government. This caliber is well-regarded for its effectiveness in hunting large game.

What is the capacity of the Chiappa 1886 Kodiak?

The Chiappa 1886 Kodiak has a total capacity of five rounds. This includes four rounds in the magazine and one round in the chamber.

What type of finish does the Chiappa 1886 Kodiak have?

The Chiappa 1886 Kodiak features a bead-blasted hard chrome finish. This finish is applied both externally and internally to the action for superior protection against the elements.

Why is the scope mounted forward on the Chiappa 1886 Kodiak?

The scope is mounted forward in a scout configuration to facilitate quick target acquisition and to prevent recoil-induced "weatherbe eyebrow" injuries, which can occur with traditional scope placement on heavy lever-action rifles.

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