Chiappa Firearms La322 Chia 920.414 Lever 22Lr 18.5 15R Wd

The Chiappa LA322 is a modern take on the lever-action .22 LR rifle—a platform that's been woven into American shooting culture for generations. If you grew up plinking with a .22, or you're introducing a new shooter to the sport, this Chiappa delivers the speed and handling of a classic lever gun with practical features that make it genuinely useful on the range, in the field, or around the homestead. At 5.5 pounds and 35.5 inches overall, it's light enough to carry all day and nimble enough to swing on running game or pop targets without fatigue.

The real appeal here is the blend of function and value. You get a 15-round magazine tube capacity, so you're not constantly reloading during a plinking session. The checkered wood furniture—both pistol grip and forend—gives you secure purchase even when your hands are cold or damp, while the matte black finish on the steel barrel resists glint and corrosion. The alloy frame keeps weight down without sacrificing durability. A fixed front tunnel sight and adjustable buckhorn rear sight come ready to shoot, and a 3/8-inch dovetail machined into the receiver accepts optics if you want to mount a rimfire scope or red dot for extended range work.

The take-down design is a genuine convenience—you can break it down quickly for transport in a truck, pack, or safe without tools, and reassembly is just as straightforward. The half-cock hammer safety is a time-tested mechanism that lets you lower the hammer safely on a loaded chamber. If you're after a lever-action .22 that handles fast, feels good in your hands, and won't break the budget, the LA322 ticks all the boxes.

Key Features

• Lever-action .22 LR with 15-round magazine tube capacity for extended shooting sessions
• Light and fast-handling: 5.5 lbs, 35.5 inches overall length
• Checkered wood pistol grip and forend for secure grip in all conditions
• 3/8-inch dovetail receiver mount for optics (scope or red dot compatible)
• Take-down design for field stripping, transport, and storage without tools
• Fixed front tunnel sight and adjustable buckhorn rear sight included
• Matte black finish on steel barrel; alloy frame reduces weight
• Half-cock hammer safety mechanism

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I mount a scope or red dot sight on the LA322?

Yes. The receiver features a 3/8-inch dovetail machined into the top, which accepts standard rimfire scope mounts and optics in that dovetail pattern. The rifle ships with open sights (fixed front tunnel, adjustable buckhorn rear), so you have the flexibility to shoot irons or add magnification depending on your needs.

What's included, and do I need to do anything to use the rifle out of the box?

The LA322 ships as a complete rifle with front and rear sights already installed and ready to use. The take-down design means you may want to familiarize yourself with field stripping and reassembly before your first outing, but no special tools are required.

Is the LA322 good for a new or young shooter?

The .22 LR is an ideal cartridge for learning fundamentals—low recoil, low noise, and low cost per round. At 5.5 pounds, the LA322 is lightweight and comfortable to handle. The checkered wood furniture provides good grip security. The lever-action platform itself teaches proper trigger control and sight picture.

Can I take the rifle apart for cleaning or transport?

Yes. The take-down design allows you to separate the barrel and action from the stock without tools, making it easy to clean, maintain, store in tight spaces, or transport in a vehicle or pack.