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The Model 1886 earned its reputation as one of the strongest lever actions ever designed, and Chiappa's 1886 Kodiak keeps that Browning heritage intact while getting rid of the old design's weakness: weather. The entire rifle wears a matte chrome finish over steel, so rain, snow, and sweaty truck rides stop being something you worry about. The walnut stock and forend are wrapped in a black rubber Soft Touch coating that shrugs off moisture and gives you a solid grip with cold or wet hands. It is the kind of rifle you can carry through a week of miserable weather and still feel good about.
The .45-70 Government has been putting big animals down for 150 years, and out of an 18.5 inch barrel it stays plenty effective at the ranges where most timber and brush country shots happen. At 37 inches overall and 7.8 pounds, the Kodiak swings fast in thick cover and rides comfortably in a scabbard or behind the truck seat. The tube magazine holds four rounds, giving you 4+1 of serious payload, and the oversized D-style loop lever runs smooth even with gloves on.
Instead of the buckhorn sights you would expect on an 1886, Chiappa fits a Skinner peep rear that adjusts for windage and elevation, paired with a fixed fiber optic front. That combo is quick to pick up in low light at the edges of legal shooting hours and far more precise than traditional open sights when you need to thread a shot through cover. There is no crossbolt safety cluttering up the receiver either, just the traditional hammer, which purists will appreciate.
This is a working rifle for hunters chasing hogs, black bear, elk, or whitetail in nasty conditions, and for anyone who wants a hard-use lever gun that will not rust the first time it gets caught in the rain. Classic action, modern protection, big-bore authority. That is a tough combination to argue with.
The Kodiak is built on steel with a matte chrome coating rather than being machined from stainless. In practice it gets you the same benefit: strong corrosion resistance in rain, snow, and humid conditions. Pair that with the rubber-coated walnut furniture and this is one of the most weather-ready 1886s on the market.
No, there is no crossbolt or tang safety on this rifle. Like the original Browning-designed Model 1886, safe carry relies on the hammer, which keeps the lines clean and the operation traditional. A lot of lever gun fans consider that a feature, not a shortcoming.
The .45-70 Government is a proven big game round, and the Kodiak's 18.5 inch barrel and 37 inch overall length make it a natural in thick timber and brush. It is a great fit for hogs, black bear, whitetail, and elk at short to moderate range. The fiber optic front and Skinner peep rear are quick to use in the dim light of early morning and late evening.
Yes, the Skinner peep sight adjusts for both windage and elevation, so you can dial it in for your preferred load. Peep sights like this tend to be faster and more precise than traditional buckhorn rears, especially for aging eyes. The fixed fiber optic front gives you a bright aiming point to center in the aperture.
| UPC | 8053670712058 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 920355 |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | RIFLE |
| Barrel Length | 18.5" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .45-70 Government |
| Capacity | 4 + 1 |
| Package Height | 2.3 |
| Package Width | 9.4 |
| Product Type | Rifle |
| Safety | No |
| Shipping Weight | 10.11 |
| Sights | Fixed Fiber Optic Front/Skinner Rear |
| Sights Type | Adjustable Sights |
| Color | Silver |
| Model |
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