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CHIAPPA FIREARMS

Chiappa Firearms is the brand new trade mark representing the arms
manufacturers group of the Chiappa’s Family (founders of Armi Sport
in far 1958) that reunite two brands leaders in their fields:

ARMI SPORT: Producing perfectly working replicas of muzzle loading

and breech loading firearms, with a complete and appreciated product
line from American Independence War models to the mythical Lever
Action rifles of epic Western era.

KIMAR: Producing blank firing and signal pistol, air guns and defence
guns.

The two brands attend the international markets from many years,
especially Armi Sport that is knew by most exigent shooters, collectors
and by the most important shooting and historical associations from all
over the world, for the reliability, the safety, the fidelity to the original
models, the artisan finishing accuracy and the optimum quality price
report of all their models.

From the beginning of 2007 the Group gave an official mark to the own
presence on the American market founding the CHIAPPA FIREARMS
Ltd, with a convenient location in Dayton (Ohio) can provide better
assistance to the distributors of Armi Sport and Kimar products
throughout the USA .

So CHIAPPA FIREARMS will be the brand new logo for the distribution
and the guarantee protection of Armi Sport and Kimar products in the
world and it’ll warrant the flexibility production and the research
applied to the technical resource that have permitted in the last years
the constant and continuing expansion of the group.

Chiappa Firearms is the arms manufacturers group that include the

brand

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INDEX

Warnings 4

The fundamentals of safe gun handling are 5

Muzzle loading models 8

Pistols and rifles parts nomenclature 10

Muzzle loading firearms instruction of use 12

Precautions 12

Percussion firearms loading 12

Flintlock firearms loading 13

“Stecher” system 14

Disassembly and cleaning 14

Ordinary cleaning 16

Extraordinary cleaning 16

Rear sight and front sight regulation 17

Marking 17

Ordinary and extraordinary maintenance 18

Note on historical design 19

Reloading charts 19

Exploded views and component 20

Warranty 58

Warranty Card 61

OWSS Group 63

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WARNINGS
Armi Sport is not responsible for damage to objects caused by misuse of the gun or for injuries to person or
animals, or in case of death, caused voluntarily or involuntarily by the gun user.

Armi Sport is not responsible for injuries caused by poor maintenance, misuse of the gun, unauthorized or
improper modifications.

Armi Sport declines responsibility for the indirect consequences of any injuries and / or death of persons or
animals, damage to objects caused by use of the gun or by primer explosion, by bullet’s ricochet, or unsafe
loading practices and or procedure.

The gun you own is an accurate 19th century replica. Consequently the safety devices on it are limited to
the technological knowledge of the period. Therefore the risks in using a gun like this are higher compared
to a modern gun design.

The complete and full knowledge of your firearm may help you to avoid serious injuries due to lack of
safety devices.

Read the entire manual and learn the proper use of the gun without live ammunition. It is important that
you understand the proper use of this product. The life of the people close to you may depend on your
safety.

If the manual is not clear, please contact the dealer where you bought the gun or call the distributor or the
manufacturer by using the contact information provided within this manual.

All the guns are tested in the Armi Sport facility. To guarantee the gun is safe, it is sent to the National
Proof House of Gardone Val Trompia – BRESCIA – ITALY - for proof testing.

The Proof House test the firearm with heavy loads then checks the barrel, chamber and headspace to make
certain the firearm is safe for use with standard factory ammunition.

The National Proof House will put their markings on the gun, according to

The Italian law, certifying the gun is qualified and can be sold.

THE COURT OF BRESCIA - ITALY, WILL SETTLE ALL DISPUTES.

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The fundamentals of safe gun handling are:

1. ALWAYS keep the gun pointed in a safe direction.

This is the primary rule of gun safety. A safe direction means that the gun is pointed so that even if it were to go off it
would not cause injury or damage. The key to this rule is to control where the muzzle or front end of the barrel is
pointed at all times. Common sense dictates the safest direction, depending on different circumstances.

2. ALWAYS keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot.

When holding a gun, rest your finger on the trigger guard or along the side of the gun. Until you are actually ready to
fire, do not touch the trigger.

3. ALWAYS keep the gun unloaded until ready to use.

Whenever you pick up a gun, immediately engage the safety device if possible, and, if the gun has a magazine, remove
it before opening the action and looking into the chamber(s) which should be clear of ammunition. If you do not know
how to open the action or inspect the chamber(s), leave the gun alone and get help from someone who does.

When using or storing a gun, always follow these rules:

Know your target and what is beyond.

Be absolutely sure you have identified your target beyond any doubt. Equally important, be aware of the area beyond
your target. This means observing your prospective area of fire before you shoot. Never fire in a direction in which there
are people or any other potential for mishap. Think first. Shoot second.
Know how to use the gun safely.
Before handling a gun, learn how it operates. Know its basic parts, how to safely open and close the action and remove
any ammunition from the gun or magazine. Remember, a gun's mechanical safety device is never foolproof. Nothing can
ever replace safe gun handling.
Be sure the gun is safe to operate.
Just like other tools, guns need regular maintenance to remain operable. Regular cleaning and proper storage are a part
of the gun's general upkeep. If there is any question concerning a gun's ability tofunction, a knowledgeable gunsmith
should look at it.
Use only the correct ammunition for your gun.
Only cartridges or shells designed for a particular gun can be fired safely in that gun. Most guns have the ammunition
type stamped on the barrel. Ammunition can be identified by information printed on the box and sometimes stamped
on the cartridge. Do not shoot the gun unless you know you have the proper ammunition.
Wear eye and ear protection as appropriate.
Guns are loud and the noise can cause hearing damage. They can also emit debris and hot gas that could cause eye
injury. For these reasons, shooting glasses and hearing protectors should be worn by shooters and spectators.
Never use alcohol or over-the-counter, prescription or other drugs before or while shooting.
Alcohol, as well as any other substance likely to impair normal mental or physical bodily functions, must not be used
before or while handling or shooting guns.
Store guns so they are not accessible to unauthorized persons.
Many factors must be considered when deciding where and how to store guns. A person's particular situation will be a
major part of the consideration. Dozens of gun storage devices, as well as locking devices that attach directly to the gun,
are available. However, mechanical locking devices, like the mechanical safeties built into guns, can fail and should not
be used as a substitute for safe gun handling and the observance of all gun safety rules.
Be aware that certain types of guns and many shooting activities require additional safety precautions.

Cleaning
Regular cleaning is important in order for your gun to operate correctly and safely. Taking proper care of it will also
maintain its value and extend its life. Your gun should be cleaned every time that it is used. A gun brought out of
prolonged storage should also be cleaned before shooting. Accumulated moisture and dirt, or solidified grease and oil,
can prevent the gun from operating properly.
Before cleaning your gun, make absolutely sure that it is unloaded. The gun's action should be open during the cleaning
process. Also, be sure that no ammunition is present in the cleaning area.

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1. Read the instructions carefully before use.

2. Be aware that you are handling a firearm; therefore your knowledge and behaviour may affect
your life and those of the people close to you.

3. Reading the manual and a careful examination of the gun are fundamental to avoid any kind of
problem.

4. Guns and ammunitions must be kept in different places

5. ALWAYS keep guns and ammunitions out of reach of children.

6. Store the gun in a clean dry and airy place after use to avoid rust in mechanical parts that may
cause serious problems in functioning after a period of inactivity.

7. After use it is always recommended to clean, oil and lubricate the gun with good quality oil.

8. The gun must ALWAYS be stored unloaded, ALWAYS check that the chamber is empty.

9. Being this firearm is a replica of original design, there is no modern safety. Pay great attention
during transportation and use. Mechanical safety devices can fail. Developing intelligent, good
safety habits is the best way to prevent accidents.

10. The only safety is the hammer half cock, read chapter on firearms use. REMEMBER: No
mechanical safety device is infallible.

11. ALWAYS keep the gun unloaded when transporting it from home to the shooting areas. Carefully
check that cartridge chamber is empty.

12. Keep away from open flame or heating sources.

13. Use only factory ammunition with specific loads intended for this firearm.

14. When you walk around with the gun in a shooting area, ALWAYS keep the muzzle pointed in a
safe direction.

15. Never rest your finger on the trigger until the very moment you wish to shoot.

16. Never lean the weapon loaded and with a closed breech block, it could fall and cause injury and
death.

17. Never shoot against a solid surface or in a pool of water, the projectiles could ricochet and shoot
toward any direction.

18. Before shooting ALWAYS check to ensure that the barrel is free of obstructions.

19. After use, clean and lubricate the inside of the barrel with appropriate oil. Avoid grease or oil
build up that can cause excessive pressure and result in serious personal injuries. Before using

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the gun again, inspect the barrel and chamber to make certain that there are no obstructions in
the bore. Remove any oil residue with rod and dry patch before shooting.

20. Accumulation of rust in the barrel can cause excessive pressures resulting in serious injury and
may cause the explosion of the barrel. A rusted, pitted or eroded barrel should be replaced.

21. Always wear shooting glasses when shooting to protect your eyes.

22. Use hearing protection to prevent hearing loss from repeated exposure to gunfire.

23. NEVER modify any parts of your gun. Any alteration may cause serious personal injury and voids
the warranty.

24. Only a qualified gunsmith may service the gun for repair or serious maintenance.

25. Wash hands thoroughly after shooting and handling firearms to remove any unwanted residues.

26. Use exclusively factory loaded ammunition of the caliber specified on the firearm barrel. Use of
different calibers may cause serious personal injuries to you and to people close to you.

27. In case of misfire, manually extract the cartridge from the chamber.

28. Do not attempt to re-use unexploded ammunitions.

29. Armi Sport/ Chiappa Firearms declines any responsibility for misuse of the firearm.

30. In case of alteration of the firearm, Armi Sport/ Chiappa Firearms declines any civil and penal
responsibility and will not refund any damage.

31. The user is responsible for injuries or damages caused to him or to other persons.

32. Do not use alcohol or drugs before or during shooting session and while handling guns.

33. NEVER run with a loaded gun, don’t cross any obstacle (fences or water courses, etc.) without
having your firearm unloaded and in safety position.

34. Keep all bystanders behind you, standing beside a shooter is not a safe position.

35. Complete knowledge of your firearm can make the difference.

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Armi Sport is proud to introduce the range of our

MUZZLE LOADING ITEMS

RIF. ACCIARINO CALIBR LUNGH. LUNGT PASSO FILETT PESO

DESCRIZIONE N. DI RIGHE O
ARTICOLO O CANNA OT RIGATURA (MM) KG.
LUMIN.
1842 SPRINGFIELD SMOOTH
900.000 Percussion .69 42” 58” M8X1 4,8
MUSKET BORE

1842 SPRINGFIELD
910.005 Percussion .69 42” 58” 3 1X1660 M8X1 4,8
MUSKET

1842 SPRINGFIELD
910.040 Percussion .69 33” 49” 3 1X1660 M8X1 4
SHORT RIFLE

1861 SPRINGFIELD
910.000 Percussion .58 40” 56” 3 1X1660 M8X1 4,6
MUSKET

1855 SPRINGFIELD
910.002 Percussion .58 40” 56” 3 1X1660 M8X1 4,6
MUSKET

910.001 1862 RICHMOND MUSKET Percussion .58 40” 56” 3 1X1660 M8X1 4,6

1855 SPRINGFIELD 2°
910.034 Percussion .58 40” 56” 3 1X1160 M8X1 4,6
MODEL

910.006 1863 ZOUAVE MUSKET Percussion .58 33” 49” 3 1X1660 M8X1 3,6

1863 ZOUAVE MUSKET

910.039 Percussion .58 33” 49” 7 1X720 M8X1 3,6
MATCH

910.007 1863 ZOUAVE CARBINE Percussion .58 25" 40" 3 1X1660 M8X1 3

SMOOTH
900.001 1863 ZOUAVE MUSKET Percussion .58 33” 49” M8X1 3,6
BORE

SMOOTH
900.002 1863 ZOUAVE CARBINE Percussion .58 25" 40" M8X1 3
BORE

910.003 1853 ENFIELD MUSKET Percussion .58 39” 55” 3 1X1660 M8X1 4

910.004 1858 ENFIELD MUSKET Percussion .58 33” 49” 3 1X1660 M8X1 3,8

910.008 KENTUCKY RIFLE Percussion .45 35” 50” 6 1X920 M6 3

910.009 KENTUCKY RIFLE Percussion .50 35” 50” 8 1X920 M6 3

911.000 KENTUCKY RIFLE Flintlock .45 35” 50” 6 1X920 3

911.001 KENTUCKY RIFLE Flintlock .50 35” 50” 8 1X920 3

KENTUCKY RIFLE
911.004 Flintlock .45 35” 50” 6 1X920 3
PHOTOENGRAVED

KENTUCKY RIFLE
911.005 Flintlock .50 35” 50” 8 1X920 3
PHOTOENGRAVED

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RIF. ACCIARINO CALIBR LUNGH. LUNGT PASSO FILETT PESO

DESCRIZIONE N. DI RIGHE O
ARTICOLO O CANNA OT RIGATURA (MM) KG.
LUMIN.
KENTUCKY RIFLE
910.031 Percussion .45 35” 50” 6 1X920 M6 3
PHOTOENGRAVED

KENTUCKY RIFLE
910.032 Percussion .50 35” 50” 8 1X920 M6 3
PHOTOENGRAVED

940.000 KENTUCKY PISTOL Percussion .45 10” 15” ¾ 8 1x540 M6 1

940.003 KENTUCKY PISTOL Flintlock .45 10” 15” ¾ 8 1X540 1

KENTUCKY PISTOL
940.020 Percussion .45 10” 15” ¾ 8 1x540 M6 1
PHOTOENGRAVED

KENTUCKY PISTOL
940.021 Flintlock .45 10” 15” ¾ 8 1x540 1
PHOTOENGRAVED

KENTUCKY PISTOL
940.011 Percussion .45 10” 15” ¾ 8 1x540 M6 1
DELUXE ABS CASE

KENTUCKY PISTOL
940.012 Flintlock .45 10” 15” ¾ 8 1x540 1
DELUXE ABS CASE

KENTUCKY PISTOL
940.007 Percussion .45 10” 15” ¾ 8 1x540 M6 1
WOODEN CASE

KENTUCKY PISTOL
940.008 Flintlock .45 10” 15” ¾ 8 1x540 1
WOODEN CASE

940.002 CONNECTICUT PISTOL Percussion 4,5 mm 10” 15” ¾ 8 1x380 M6 1

CONNECTICUT PISTOL
940.013 Percussion 4,5 mm 10” 15” ¾ 8 1x380 M6 1
DELUXE ABS CASE

CONNECTICUT PISTOL
940.009 Percussion 4,5 mm 10” 15” ¾ 8 1x380 M6 1
WOODEN CASE

NAPOLEON LE PAGE
940.030 Percussion .45 10” 16” ½ 8 1X540 M6 1
PISTOL MATCH

940.031 ROCHATTE A PARIS Percussion .36 10" 1/4 400 7 1x380 M6 0,9

940.032 ROCHATTE A PARIS Percussion .44 10" 1/4 400 7 1x460 M6 0,9

NAPOLEON LE PAGE
940.022 Percussion .45 10” 16” ½ 8 1X540 M6 1
ENGRAVED

NAPOLEON LE PAGE
940.001 Percussion .45 10” 16” ½ 8 1X540 M6 1
PISTOL

NAPOLEON LE PAGE
940.019 Percussion 4,5 mm 10” 16” ½ 8 1x380 M6 1
PISTOL

NAPOLEON LE PAGE
940.029 Percussion ,45-4,5 10” 16” ½ 8 1X540 M6 1
Interchangeable barrel

Each firearm is duly submitted to strong testing, to grant the highest security of the product, to the
Italian Proof in Gardone Val Trompia.

On request we may add high quality and precious hand engravings in each firearms.

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Essential parts Name
Front Sight

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Hammer

Rear Swivel

Ramrod

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Lock

Breech Plug

Rear Swivel
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Trigger
Main Spring

Sear Sring

Butt Plate

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Front Sight

Rear Sight
Barrel

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Breech Plug

Nipple

Lock
Steker
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Sear Spring

Set Trigger Regulation Screw

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Instructions for
muzzle loading firearms use
Precaution:

• ONLY USE BLACK POWDER OR APPROPRIATE BLACK POWDER

SUBSTITUTE
• On our firearms on the barrel it is clearly marked “BLACK POWDER ONLY”. Do not use
powder different than BLACK POWDER OR APPROPRIATE BLACK POWDER
SUBSTITUTE
• Pay attention to keep the powder away from fire or heating sources and don’t use boxes that
can produce an electrostatic charge.
• Don’t smoke while using black powder
• Black powder lays corrosive residues, so it’s necessary to wash, clean and then oil
particularly, all parts in contact with black powder
• In the next pages you’ll find a chart with the correct powder loads to use. It’s very important
to use only quality powder and recommended loads to avoid high pressures that may cause
the explosion of the barrel.
• ALWAYS wear shooting glasses to protect your eyes from debris.
• ALWAYS use hearing protection to prevent loss hearing.
• In case of misfire, keep the firearms in shoot direction for several minutes; it could be a
delayed shot.
• NEVER dry fire the gun, you may damage to the shooting mechanism.
• Before shooting, correctly shoulder the gun laying the butt plate firmly against your
shoulder.
• Don’t put the powder in the barrel directly from the flask, use appropriate plastic bottle,
prepared with the right loading dose.
• Use extreme caution and care during loading to prevent a double charge of powder or
bullet, which may cause the barrel to explode and cause serious injury or death to you or
bystanders.

Percussion Firearms loading:

• Before loading ALWAYS check that the barrel is free of obstruction.

• Remove any oil and grease residue with rod and dry patch before shooting.
• After cleaning barrel with brush, keep the firearms in safety shoot direction and make 2
shots only with caps so you can verify that the nipples is free of obstructions and dry the
barrel from possible oil residues.
• Put a patch or a piece of rubber on the floor so you won’t damage your firearm when you
lean it on the ground during loading operation. If you have a pistol put it on a loading
board.
• Keep the hammer down before start loading. Keep the firearm with the barrel in upper
direction and fill in the black powder previously prepared in appropriate plastic bottles with
the right dose (for the right doses look at the next chart). During this operation pay
attention don’t keep your head or part of your body over the muzzle of the barrel, a sudden
burst may seriously injure you.

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• Load the black powder using appropriate brass funnel to allow the powder enter easily
without sticking along the barrel surface.
• After loading the powder hit with your hand on the side of the firearm close to the lock, so
you can perfectly adjust the powder at the base of the nipple.
• Place the bullet on the barrel’s muzzle. If you use a round bullet use an oiled patch; place
the patch first and then the round bullet and push them inside the barrel by a wood
hammer, then keep pushing in the bullet until it reaches the base of the barrel using the
appropriate rod. If you use a Miniè bullet (ogival) don’t use the patch but grease the bullet
directly and proceed as for the round bullet.
• When the bullet is on the base of the barrel is very important not to press too much the
powder (it may cause pressure increase) but at the same time the bullet must lay on the
powder and have no empty spaces between bullet and powder.
• Now, after keeping firearm in shooting direction, you can cock the hammer in half-cock
position and put the cap on the nipple.
• Then cock the hammer in fire position and shoot.
• After every shot before start a new loading wait a few moments so eventual powder residual
in the barrel can definitely extinguish.
• Before start a new loading it’s a good precaution to put the rod into the barrel so you can
check that the barrel is completely free of obstruction.
• During this operation pay attention don’t keep your head or part of your body over the
muzzle of the barrel, a sudden burst may seriously injure you.
• ALWAYS pay attention to keep away from your body the muzzle of the gun during powder
introduction.

Fintlock Firearm Loading :

• Before loading ALWAYS check that the barrel is free of obstruction.

• Remove any oil and grease residue with rod and dry patch before shooting.
• When you put the flintlock on the hammer you have to wrap up it in an appropriate lead
clamp and then close very well the top jaw screw by a pin. Pay attention when the
hammer is in half-cock position the flintlock must not touch the frizzen.
• Put on the floor a patch or a piece of rubber so you won’t damage your firearm when you
lay it on the ground during loading operation. If you have a pistol put it on the loading
board.
• Keep the hammer in half-cock position and the frizzen down before start loading. Keep
the firearm with the barrel in upper direction and fill in the black powder previously
prepared in appropriate plastic bottles with the right dose (for the right doses look at the
next chart). During this operation pay attention don’t keep your head or part of your
body over the muzzle of the barrel, a sudden burst may seriously injure you.
• Fill in the black powder using appropriate brass funnel to allow the powder to enter
easily without sticking along the barrel surface.
• After loading the powder hit with your hand on the side of the firearm close to the lock,
so you can perfectly fill up the base of the nipple.
• Place the bullet on the barrel’s muzzle. If you use a round bullet use an oiled patch; put
the patch first and then the round bullet and push it inside the barrel by a wood
hammer, then push in the bullet untill you reach the base of the barrel using the
appropriate rod.
• When the bullet is on the base of the barrel is very important not to press too much the
powder (it may cause pressure increase) but at the same time the bullet must lay on the
powder and don’t have an empty space between bullet and powder.

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• Now, after keeping firearm in shooting direction, you can open the frizzen, and using an
appropriate flask pour the fine powder 4F type into the muzzle of lock plate and the
close the frizzen.
• Then cock the hammer in fire position and shoot.
• After every shot before start a new loading wait a few moments so eventual powder
residual in the barrel can definitely extinguish.
• Before start a new loading it’s adiveable to put the rod into the barrel so you can check
the barrel is completely free of obstruction.
• ALWAYS pay attention to keep away from your body the muzzle of the gun during
powder introduction.

“STECHER” System:
Some of our firearms have a particular shooting system called “STECHER”.
This can be DOUBLE trigger or SINGLE trigger.
First, cock the back trigger that sets a spring, for the “single trigger stecher” the cock is pushing
forward the trigger, in this way you charge a spring that will click with light pressure when
you’ll decide to pull the trigger.
In both versions there is a screw that allows to adjust the trigger pull.
Always adjust this screw with the gun unloaded.

Stecher Spring

ATTENTION:
DO NOT
ADJUST THE
TRIGGER TOO
Hammer
LIGHT

Set Trigger regulation Screw

Fig 3

Disassembling and cleaning :

Military Rifle:

a. Remove the rod.

b. Remove the bands that wrap the stock and the barrel. There are two style bands, with and
without screw. For the screw style, unscrew the screw; for the bands without screw push
the spring so the band can pass over.
c. Unscrew and remove the tang screw.

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d. To prevent damage to the stock, turn the rifle up side down and softly hit on a smooth
surface with the muzzle of the barrel (see fig.4). In this way you can easily disassemble
the barrel from the stock.

Kentucky Rifle:

a. Remove the rod.

b. Under the rod, you’ll find a screw that hold the stock to the barrel. Completely unscrew it.
c. Remove the forend cap pushing out the pin that fastens it to the barrel using a pin
pusher.
d. Unscrew and remove the tang screw.
e. To prevent damage to the stock, turn the rifle up side down and softly hit on a smooth
surface with the muzzle of the barrel (see fig.4). In this way you can easily disassemble the
barrel from the stock.

Fig 4
Kentucky Pistol:

a. Remove the rod.

b. Under the rod, you’ll find a screw that holds the stock to the barrel. Completely unscrew
it.
c. Remove the forend cap pushing out the pin that fastens it to the barrel using a pin pusher.
d. Unscrew and remove the tang screw.
e. To prevent damage to the stock, turn the rifle up side down and softly hit on a smooth
surface with the muzzle of the barrel (see fig.4). In this way you can easily disassemble the
barrel from the stock.

Napoleon Le page and Rochatte Pistol:

a. Remove the wedge holding the stock to the barrel.

b. Unscrew and remove the tang screw.
c. To prevent damage to the stock, turn the rifle up side down and softly hit on a smooth
surface with the muzzle of the barrel (see Fig.5). In this way you can easily disassemble
the barrel from the stock.
d. With the Napoleon Le Page model, NEVER remove the nipple base.

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Fig 5

Barrel ordinary cleaning:

1. PERCUSSION FIREARMS: dismounting the nipple.

2. Use warm water and neutral soap brushing the barrel to remove black powder residues.
3. Wash using clean warm water.
4. Completely dry the barrel brushing with dry patches.
5. Oil all the parts.
6. Reassemble the nipple.

Barrel extra-ordinary cleaning:

1. This operation must be done at the end of each shooting season. First, using a vice,
disassemble the breech plug of the barrel (for Kentucky Rifle/Pistol and for
Napoleon Le page Pistol it’s NOT necessary disassemble the DRUM).
2. Cover the jaws of the vice with plastic or leather protection to avoid damage to the
barrel.
3. Close to the end of the barrel, you’ll find two flat surfaces to clamp the barrel in the
vice, keep out the the jags the breech plug.
4. Using a common wrench you can unscrew the breech plug, paying special attention
not to put the wrench in the upper side of the breech but using the lower side (in this
way any scratches done during the disassembly can’t be seen when the gun is re-
assembled).
5. Proceed washing the barrel and the breech plug.
6. Use warm water and neutral soap brushing the barrel to remove black powder
residues.
7. Rinse using clean warm water.
8. Dry completely the barrel brushing with dry patches.
9. Oil all the parts.
10. Reassemble the nipple.

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Rear sight and front sight adjustment:

Most of our firearms are of original Military Rifle design without an accurate sight system or
sights with minimal adjustment.
In order to have maximum performance, it may be necessary to establish the preferred load
which you will be shooting and make any necessary sight adjustments after that load is
determined.
In case you have dove tail shape sights, it is possible to correct the point of impact by moving
the front and or rear sights to the right or to the left.
If you have fixed sights, alignment can be reached shaping or filing the front sight and/or the
rear sight.

Identify marking:

Our firearms have a serial number that you’ll find on the barrel.
Close to the serial number you’ll find the certification mark of the Italian National Proof
House. Moreover we mark all our firearms with the name of our Factory, the calibre of the
gun and the inscription “Black Powder Only” and “Made in Italy”

These marks must never be modified or removed from the firearm FOR ANY
REASON.

Ordinary and extraordinary maintenance:

• Before any kind of maintenance, be sure that the firearm is unloaded.

• “ORDINARY MAINTENANCE” means any maintenance the owner must do to have the gun
in perfect conditions after using it.
• “EXTRAORDINARY MAINTENANCE” means to replace broken or worn parts found on the
firearm. In this case only a qualified gunsmith may service the gun for repair or serious
maintenance.
• Also, complete resetting, after long periods of inactivity would require “EXTRAORDINARY
MAINTENANCE” even if correct maintenance was taken when placed the gun in storage.

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• To prevent unnecessary maintenance, use proper care in cleaning after each use. Usually the
dealer that sell you the firearm would be able to advise you regarding the best lubricating oil
to use.
• Avoid excessive oil residue.
• Don’t use pure silicone or lanoline. After long periods of inactivity of your rifle, it’s adviseable
to completely disassemble and inspect it or give it to an authorized gunsmith for inspection.
If it could be necessary to replace any worn or damaged parts, you will find below the
exploded view and the parts list of each muzzle-loading firearm.
• If you need to order any parts, it is necessary to indicate the purchase date, the serial number,
the exact model and the caliber of your gun and the item ref. of the part you need.
• If you have any doubt about a problem with your gun, DON’T USE IT, have it inspected by
an authorized dealer or gunsmith.
• Improper use or actions may cause serious injury and or death to yourself and/or any
bystanders during the firearm’s use.
• Always use with care and respect to avoid any incident or event that may change yours and
other’s life.

A NOTE ABOUT HISTORICAL FIREARM DESIGNS

Armi Sport proudly manufactures finely crafted firearms product

produced to famous historical designs. These firearms are
manufactured using precise modern machinery and high quality
modern materials. They are faithful reproductions of firearms
originally designed in the nineteenth century; however, in
choosing to own or use historical firearms the user has to
recognize that there have been significant advances in firearms
design and safety in the hundred years or more since these
firearms were designed. Armi Sport manufactures these guns
not as state of the art firearms, but as historically significant
firearms for the collector. It is vital that the user be familiar with
his firearm and possible safety risks that may be present in the
design. Most significantly, the user should realize that the
designs of safeties - or even the presence of adequate safeties -
vary significantly on historical designs and do not offer the
protection against accidental discharge that modern firearms
safeties achieve.
Similarly, any firearm that is designed to be fired using black
powder (or Pyrodex) has basic risks not found in modern
cartridge firearms. Black powder is a dangerous explosive and
has to be used and handled with extreme caution. The slightest
miscalculation or carelessness with black powder firearms can
result in serious injuries to the user.

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POWDER BALL BALL BALL GROOVE BORE BARREL

TYPE CAL. POWDER PATCH SEMOLINA
GRAiNS TYPE DIMENS. GRS DIAMETER DIAMETER

RIFLE

ENFIELD .58 SWISS n°3 (FFG) 55-65 VASELINE MINIE' .585 (14,85mm) 680 2 GR 14.86 14,65

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SPRINGFIELD 1861-1855 .58 SWISS n°3 (FFG) 55-65 VASELINE MINIE' .585 (14,85mm) 680 2 GR 14.86 14,65

RICHMOND .58 SWISS n°3 (FFG) 55-65 VASELINE MINIE' .585 (14,85mm) 680 2 GR 14.86 14,65

1842 SPRINGFIELD .69 SWISS n°3 (FFG) 65-75 0.38 ROUND .675(17,14mm) 450 # 17.88 17.60
1842 SPRINGFIELD .69 SWISS n°3 (FFG) 65-75 0.38 ROUND .675(17,14mm) 450 # 17.88 17.60
smoothbore

1842 SHORT RIFLE .69 SWISS n°3 (FFG) 65-75 0.38 ROUND .675(17,14mm) 450 # 17.88 17.60

ZOUAVE .58 SWISS n°3 (FFG) 60-65 VASELINE MINIE' .585 (14,85mm) 680 2 GR 14.86 14.65

ZOUAVE MATCH .58 SWISS n°3 (FFG) 48-54 VASELINE MINIE' .577 (14.65mm) 620 2 GR 14.86 14.65

KENTUCKY PERC. .45 SWISS n°2 (FFG) 40-50 0.25 ROUND .440(11,176mm) 131 # 11.65 11.37

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KENTUCKY FLINT .45 SWISS n°2 (FFG) 40-50 0.25 ROUND .440(11,176mm) 131 # 11.65 11.37

KENTUCKY PERC. .50 SWISS n°2 (FFG) 45-55 0.25 ROUND .495(12,573mm) 184 # 12.90 12.70

KENTUCKY FLINT .50 SWISS n°2 (FFG) 45-55 0.25 ROUND .495(12,573mm) 184 # 12.90 12.70

PISTOL

ROCHATTE A PARIS .36 SWISS n°1(FFFFG) 12-18 0.25 ROUND .354(8,99mm) 66 # 9.34 9.14

ROCHATTE A PARIS .45 SWISS n°1(FFFFG) 15-20 0.25 ROUND .440(11,176mm) 131 # 11.65 11.37
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NAPOLEON LE PAGE .45 SWISS n°1(FFFFG) 15-20 0.25 ROUND .440(11,176mm) 131 # 11.65 11.37

NAPOLEON LE PAGE .45 SWISS n°1(FFFFG) 15-20 VASELINE ROUND .454(11,531mm) 131 2 GR 11.65 11.37

KENTUCKY PERC. .45 SWISS n°1(FFFFG) 15-20 0.25 ROUND .440(11,176mm) 131 # 11.65 11.37

KENTUCKY FLINT .45 SWISS n°1(FFFFG) 15-20 0.25 ROUND .440(11,176mm) 131 # 11.65 11.37

NAPOLEON LE PAGE 4,5 ONLY PRIMER # # ROUND 4,3/4,5 mm # # 4.60 4.50

CONNECTICUT 4,5 ONLY PRIMER # # ROUND 4,3/4,5 mm # # 4.60 4.50

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GUARANTEE CONDITIONS
Armi Sport guarantees that our products are scrupulously checked against defects in materials,
workmanship and aesthetical and functioning problems.
In case you find a defect in one of our products, you should immediately contact the
DEALER/SHOP/GUNSMITH where you have bought your gun. The seller will indicate the conditions
for the repair, which will be either made directly by them or through our assistance.
ATTENTION: end users are not allowed to ship any gun directly to Armi Sport for repair, either
under guarantee or against payment. Transportation of weapons is strictly regulated and the
documents which are required can solely be issued by companies with specific authorization.
1. Armi Sport will warrant for structural or project defects without any time limit.

2. Armi Sport guarantees, for a year after the purchase date, the free substitution of parts for defects
which have been found out also during use: wear of parts which shouldn’t be subject to wear, or
excessive wear of parts subject to wear. The customer will have to give evidence of the purchase
date with a bill or other valid proof.

3. In case the defect under cover of guarantee is not repairable, Armi Sport will provide for a free
substitution of the weapon.

ARMI SPORT RESERVES THE INSINDACABLE FACULTY OF DEFINING THE TYPE OF DEFECT OF
THE WEAPON, AND THEREFORE TO STATE WHETHER THE DEFECT IS COVERED BY GUARANTEE –
Armi Sport’s decision will be fair but final.
Armi Sport will be allowed a timing of 60 days for repair under guarantee, and 90 days for free
substitution.

We strongly recommend that you keep the receipt

or proof of purchase for any Armi Sport product

THE GUARANTEE IS VOID IN CASE:

• Inadequate ammunition has been used (any ammunition but those commonly on sale,
reloaded ammunition, different from caliber and specification indicated on the gun barrel)
• The gun failed to be provided proper maintenance and cleaning
• The gun has been modified without our prior consent
• Unauthorized, inadequate or incorrect repairs have been carried out
• Parts subject to wear and corrosion
• Damage (improper use of the gun by the user)
• Expiry of the guarantee

In the above cases the repair, if carried out, will be charged to the customer

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The guarantee does not cover parts subject to wear and corrosion

In case non original spare parts are used, the guarantee or any service contract with Armi Sport
will be void.

ATTENTION: delivery expenses to and from the service center are not covered by the guarantee
and will be charged to the customer.

In case, for any valid reason, you do not have the possibility to obtain repair under guarantee at
the shop where you bought the gun, you may contact us directly; we will indicate a local dealer to
support you with the repair file:

e-mail: [email protected] - Phone: +39/030/9749065

USA: e-mail: [email protected] - Phone: 937-835-5000

Should Armi Sport become aware of a defect of the

rifle during the guarantee period, the defective part
will be substituted free of charge.

This instruction manual must always follow the

firearm, also in case the owner should change

Procedure for the usage of the guarantee

BEFORE shipping the weapon back for repair, the customer should contact the gunshop where
the product was bought. The customer should supply proper information on the defect, and the
relevant file will then be started.
The gun shop will be given an “NDR” (Repair Number). The weapon will have to be shipped back
to the gun shop in its original packing, with a copy of the purchase date, the Guarantee Form
(attached) duly filed with indication of the NDR number, according to the instructions of the
dealer.

WARNING: the returned gun must be protected with an adequate packaging; any damages
occurred during transportation and handling will be the customer’s responsibility

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 Request form
REPAIR UNDER GUARANTEE

NdR NDR :

Please write in the above box the Repair Number

you were given by the gun shop
1. Customer data:
• Name: _________________________
• Address : ________________________________
• Town : ___________________________________
• ZIP Code : ___________________________________
• Phone : _______________Available from ____ to ____
• Fax : _____________________

2. Product information:
• Model : ___________________________________
• Serial number : ___________________________

3. Gun Shop - dealer:

• Purchase date : ______________________________
• Dealer name : ____________________
• Dealer address : ____________________________

4. Description of defect:

Documents to enclose: Proof of the purchase date

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USEFUL LINKS

SASS – Single Action Shooting Society

23255 La Palma Av.
Yorba Linda, CA 92887
Ph 887.411.72277 714.694.188
www.sassnet.com [email protected]

NMLRA – National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association

P.O. BOX 67
FRIENDSHIP IN
PH. 812.6675131 - 800.745.1493
www.nmlra.org

CMSA – Cowboy Mounted Shootoing Association

14227 E. Rock View road
Scottsdale, AZ 85262
PH 480.683.0485
[email protected] www.cowboymountedshooting.com

MLAIC – Muzzle Loaders Associations International committee

922 Lincoln Drive, Washington C.H. Ohio 43160 USA
ph. 740.636.8544
fax 740.636.8549
www.mlaic.org

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Armi Sport
di Chiappa Silvia & C Snc
Via Milano N°2 Azzano Mella (BS)
Tel. 030 9749065 Fax 030 9749232
www.armochiappa.com
email: [email protected]

Kimar Srl
Via Milano N°2 Azzano Mella (BS)
Tel. 030 9749065 Fax 030 9749232
www.armochiappa.com
email: [email protected]

Chiappa Firearms, Ltd.

530 N. Union Road
Dayton, OH 45427 USA
Tel. 937-954-1040
www.chiappafirearms.com
email: [email protected]

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