Description
There is something about a single action revolver that never gets old. The slow, deliberate hammer cock, the crisp trigger, the balance in your hand. The Chiappa 1873 SAA takes that classic 1873 profile and pairs it with a caliber you can afford to shoot all afternoon. Chambered in .22 LR with a 10-round cylinder, this one stretches your range time further than a traditional six-shooter, and rimfire ammo prices mean a full day of plinking costs less than a box of centerfire.
How the Chiappa 1873 SAA Is Built
Chiappa keeps the weight and cost down by machining most of the frame and components from a specially formulated alloy, then lining the business parts with steel where it counts. The 4.75" barrel is steel and rifled, and the cylinder is steel lined for durability round after round. The blued barrel and cylinder give it that traditional deep, dark look, while the black grips keep upkeep simple. It wears fixed sights and an exposed hammer, just like the original pattern, and the whole package comes in around two and a quarter pounds with a 10.25" overall length. That lighter weight makes it comfortable for smaller-framed folks and easy to carry around the farm or camp.
What the 1873 SAA 22-10 Does Best
This is a plinker and trainer first. Tin cans, steel spinners, paper targets, and small game duty are all right in its wheelhouse. It is also a great teaching tool. The single action design forces a new shooter to slow down, cock the hammer for each shot, and think about every trigger press, which builds solid fundamentals without recoil or noise getting in the way. If you grew up on westerns or you just want a fun revolver that will not eat through your ammo budget, this one delivers a lot of character for the money.
The 4.75" barrel length is the classic gunfighter configuration, quick handling and well balanced, and it holsters easily for a day of walking the back forty.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Chiappa Firearms
- Model: 1873 SAA 22-10
- MPN: 340.155
- UPC: 8053670710177
- Caliber: .22 LR
- Capacity: 10 Rounds
- Action: Single Action Only
- Barrel Length: 4.75" Rifled Steel
- Overall Length: 10.25"
- Weight: Approx. 2.2 lbs
- Frame: Alloy with Steel-Lined Cylinder
- Sights: Fixed
- Hammer: Exposed
- Grips: Black Synthetic
- Finish: Blued Barrel and Cylinder
What’s Included
- Chiappa 1873 SAA .22 LR revolver
- 10-round cylinder (installed)
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Chiappa 1873 SAA really hold 10 rounds?
Yes, this model uses a 10-round cylinder instead of the traditional six. That means fewer reloads and more time shooting, which is a real plus for plinking sessions and for teaching new shooters who are still getting the hang of loading a single action.
Is the Chiappa 1873 SAA a good first revolver for beginners?
It is a solid choice. The .22 LR chambering has almost no recoil and low noise, and the single action design encourages slow, deliberate shooting that builds good habits. It is also light at roughly 2.2 pounds, so smaller-framed and younger shooters can handle it comfortably with supervision.
Is the frame steel or alloy on this 1873 SAA?
The frame and most components are made from a specially formulated alloy, which keeps the weight and cost down. The parts that take the abuse are steel, including the rifled steel barrel and the steel-lined cylinder, so wear points are covered where it matters.
What is the 4.75 inch barrel version best suited for?
The 4.75 inch length is the classic gunfighter configuration, quick to handle and easy to holster. It is well suited for plinking, informal target shooting, and small game duty at reasonable distances. If you want a longer sight radius, Chiappa also makes this revolver in 5.5 and 7.5 inch barrel lengths.





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