The Taylor’s & Company 1887 T-Model in 12 gauge (brand part no. 220029) is a lever-action shotgun based on the 1887 design that is known for speed and reliability in Cowboy Action competition. Chiappa builds it with an 18.5-inch round barrel in a matte blued finish and a fixed modified choke. The wood stock and forearm wear a black rubberized coating, and the shotgun has a single trigger. It holds five rounds of 2-3/4-inch shells and weighs about 7.9 pounds. It is a fast-handling lever gun for competition, collecting and fun at the range.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is 12 gauge, the most common shotgun bore.
• The chamber is 2-3/4 inches, which matches standard shells.
• The action is a lever, cycled by working the lever forward and back.
• The barrel is 18.5 inches, round and matte blued, a compact length.
• The choke is a fixed modified choke, a middle-of-the-road pattern.
• Capacity is 5 rounds, which is plenty for field and competition use.
• The stock and forearm are black rubberized walnut, which gives a firm, non-slip grip.

Frequently Asked Questions

What choke does it have? A fixed modified choke.

How long is the shotgun overall? 27.5 inches overall, with an 18.5-inch barrel and a weight of about 7.9 pounds.

What is it known for? The 1887 design is known for speed and reliability in Cowboy Action competition.

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