The Chiappa 1887 in 12 gauge (brand part no. 930001) is a lever-action shotgun, not a rifle, reproducing John Browning’s original 1887 design — an early attempt to bring the lever gun’s fast cycling to the shotgun world. Chiappa Firearms builds it around a 28-inch blued steel barrel with a color case hardened steel receiver and a hand-oiled walnut stock and forend, and includes an innovative internal safety unusual for a period-style lever gun. The shotgun feeds from a tubular magazine with a 5+1 capacity, ships with 3 choke tubes (Full, Modified, Improved Cylinder), and uses a bead front sight for wingshooting and clay use. Among lever-gun-mechanism firearms listed in the lever action rifles category, the 1887 favors shooters who want an authentic lever-action shotgun for cowboy-action shotgun events or period-correct hunting.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in 12 gauge, with a 2.75-inch chamber.
• Is a shotgun, not a rifle, despite its listing in this category.
• Feeds from a tubular magazine with a 5+1 capacity.
• Features a 28-inch barrel, finished in blue.
• Receiver is finished in color case hardening.
• Built with a hand-oiled walnut stock and forend.
• Ships with 3 choke tubes: Full, Modified, and Improved Cylinder.
• Includes an internal safety, plus a hammer safety.
• Uses a bead front sight.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a rifle or a shotgun? It’s a 12-gauge lever-action shotgun, reproducing Browning’s original 1887 design.

How many chokes are included? Three: Full, Modified, and Improved Cylinder.

Buy the Chiappa 1887 Lever Action Shotgun

An authentic lever-action shotgun for cowboy-action or period-correct hunting is exactly what the 1887 delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.