Ammo Notice

SPENCER MODEL – AMMUNITION WARNING
The Spencer model is a very complex firearm, and the feeding through he stock makes this gun very
sensitive to ammunition size. For this reason we strongly advise to strictly adhere to the ammunition
standard indicated below.
Warning: the correct functioning of this weapon is directly related to the type of ammunition employed.
The total length of the ammunition should respect the indication given below with precision, because the
mechanical working of this rifle is so complex and particular that it will not work with shorter or longer
cartridges.
The Chiappa Firearms Spencer replica was made to reproduce exactly the functioning of the original
Spencer model, and therefore reflects the original design also as far as the feeding is concerned.
Furthermore you should be careful that the lever should be opened and closed with forceful, quick
movements; if you move the lever too slowly or too weakly this may cause friction and jamming.
The type of cartridge which is best suited for this rifle model is the FLAT NOSE (see picture below)
This chart shows the correct cartridge length according to C.I.P. caliber standard
CALIBER
L in
mm
L in
Inches
56/50 Spencer
38,56
1,518
45 LC
40,64
1,600
44/40 Win
40,44
1,592
45 S&W Schofield
36,32
1,430