Chiappa 1911-22 Field Test - "Get To The Chiappa!!"

With all of the .22 shooting I do, I have yet to purchase a .22 pistol... until now!

It is interesting because I would consider myself a fairly proficient rifle shooter who needs a lot of work on handgun accuracy and consistancy. While I love my Glock and other larger bore handguns, I just don't shoot them as often because of the higher ammo cost. Having a .22 pistol is perfect for practicing and reinforcing the fundamentals of marksmanship.

The Chiappa Model 1911-22 is a dedicated .22 handgun based off the traditional 1911 platform. Externally, it is nearly identical to its .45 cal relative. Magazine and slide release, safety, look and feel, even weight are all about as close to a 1911 as you can get without shooting the real thing (other than recoil of course).

Therefore, I think it makes a great training tool for a "true" 1911. As I continually preach, you can shoot .22 for a fraction of the cost of .45 which prolongs shooting time and keeps ammo costs down.

You will notice a couple failure experienced during this test session. This was literally my first time taking the gun out of he box and shooting it so I would attribute the majority of the issues experienced to ammo related failure and the gun needing some break-in time. The manual specifies 50-100 rounds before consistant reliability can be expected. Also, I mentioned that I was going to use CCI mini-mags toward the beginning of this video but ended up sticking with the bulk Federal ammo since I was in the process of breaking the gun in.

All in all, this gun comes highly recommended for anyone looking for the 1911 experience without breaking the bank on ammo. It also makes a great plinker for practicing handgun fundamentals.

(Stay tuned till the very end of the video for a quick homage to the original Predator movie... Every time I shoot this gun, I think of that famous Schwarzenegger line!)

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[hellomynameisnipple]

sexy hat. how much for me to touch your weiner?

[DangerCL0SE]

@hellomynameisnipple You can cop a feel for free, but the hat is going to cost you at least $20... (sarcasm)

Damn, there are some disturbed people in this world... but I guess that's what guns are for.

[pontiacmaniac2]

I have the same one as you and I have been looking into upgrading the rear sight to an adjustable one since the front sight is fixed and molded to the slide. Do you know what type or style might work well? Thanks for your input.

[DangerCL0SE]

@pontiacmaniac2 I've been happy with the fixed sights so far. I don't really need anything more than "combat accuracy" since I'm typically shooting steel. From what I understand, it should take more standard 1911 sights so you'll have plenty of options for adjustable replacements. I'd suggest finding a couple you are interested in and checking with the manufacturer or a gunsmith whether or not they will fit the Chiappa.

[DangerCL0SE]

@BucksOwin Thanks for your unnecessarily negative comment. Please come back when you've had a nice nap and have cleaned the sand out of your vagina.

[DangerCL0SE]

@lumberassassin Someone who has to hike a half mile each way to get to their range and needs an efficient way to haul multiple guns, magazines, ammo, targets, etc.

[MrCabdriver1245]

I have the legacy puma version and had the same issues you have had until a friend turned me on to cci tactical ar it door 22 conversions on ar 15 and helps the gun cycle 100% better I've shot thousands of rounds through mine with very little failures!

[oZBaLsAcBoBZo]

your voice makes me want to punch a baby in the face.

[enterprise59]

@TeamPhenomenon The Puma version.. and mine SUCKS!.. At 15 feet, grouping was as big as 8 inches.

[enterprise59]

I bought the the Puma version about 3 weeks ago. Ran Ferderals the first time, jambs every 5 or 6 shots. Then the casings started to "STICK" in the chamber. Could not even hand load a round into the chamber it was so tight. Last Wed I shot CCI's through it and no jambs or stuck shells. BUT, as some have said the accuracy was great, mine shot in a 6 to 8 inch diameter both at 15 feet and 25, and was WAY off at 50 feet. Even 7 foot range it was all over the map. Too cheaply made in my view.

[skinnyt60]

I have had problems with my Chiappa 1911-22. Kept it clean, Tried all sorts of Ammo. It still failed to feed, failed to eject. Stove pipes were frequent. The clip would not contain the ammo. A little nudge they would come out of clip. How ever when I could get it to function. At 25 to 30 yards it was a straight shooter.

[Glockman1011]

nice looking 1911

[arose460]

How easy is this gun to mod and what mods are out there

[DrokkBr000]

@DangerCL0SE yah i like the walther but if its the one i think it is isnt it frikin tiny lol and i doubt ill get another 22 pistol for a while but if i did id definitely check out ruger