buzzmagoo
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
- Location
- sprucewood Hallows Eastern Townships
They are here ordered mine this morning. Don't know how many they go in or how many they got left. So if you want one its time to get off the pot. Yea Haa!
Wanstalls Exclusive Chiappa Alaskan Scout 12" -- Limited Run
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G.Mitchell
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
- Location
- Grande Prairie Alberta
Any chance there will be another run of these?
Maybe in .45-70 or something similar?
Maybe in .45-70 or something similar?
freezer filler
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
- Location
- Windsor, Ontario
Hopefully one of the differences is that they're not rusty.
Big_red_truck
CGN frequent flyer
- Location
- Labrador , the big land
I'd love one in 45-70 also , not a deal breaker though
45-70 with 12 inch barrel ? Could only imagine how hard that would kick lol
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I hunted in Montana with a 45/70 Magnum Research BFR revolver. Wasn't "unmanageable", but I wouldn't go have a 50 round range day with it. LMAO!
I also hunt coyotes down south with a 460V S&W the same as the one I have in Canada. I range day with it here, then when I visit my buddies in ND I use theirs. Only coyotes, but I thin kit has more felt recoil than the 45/70. A 500 has a bit more than that even.
Out of a takedown rifle, for the intended purpose of wilderness portability and defence, is would be just fine.
I think I might be in love. I’m new here and about to purchase my first firearm. I’m looking for something fun to shoot that will also serve as descent bear defence. While I LOVE the Chiappa Scout, I simply can't justify spending that kind of scratch.
Would Wanstalls ever consider a joint venture with Rossi to offer a 12” version of the 1892 Puma .44MAG or .45lc? Or maybe… the Rossi Ranch Hand with a full stock? Judging by some of the comments here, this would go over pretty well.
Would Wanstalls ever consider a joint venture with Rossi to offer a 12” version of the 1892 Puma .44MAG or .45lc? Or maybe… the Rossi Ranch Hand with a full stock? Judging by some of the comments here, this would go over pretty well.
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G.Mitchell
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
- Location
- Grande Prairie Alberta
Wanstalls any chance of getting a run of these made in .45-70 or similar caliber?
This . 500 rounds through my 12 inch scout now with zero issues , perfect fit and finish and shoots mighty fine . I now want a 14 inch , chrome or stainless in 45-70 . I'd be on that like sweat on a fat chick .
buzzmagoo
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
- Location
- sprucewood Hallows Eastern Townships
Oman they are for sure sweet! Just loving mine there are two on EE last time I looked. Ammo is a little hard to find but not impossible. Treat your self you deserve one!!
Kevin M.
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
- Location
- Edmonton, Alberta
Yet another expedition with my Trapper takedown. This time she came with me deep into the Rocky mountain wildlands, from the deepest river valley to the top peak of the mountain we ended up camping on, loaded the whole time with full tube, one in the chamber, hammer at half ####. As much as even I like to get in on laughing at a good bear defense thread and the ridiculous stuff that goes with them, this time it was quite comforting to have the rifle with me, along with my buddy who had his 30-06. Came across a very cautious mama Grizz, and her two cubs. She watched us like a hawk, so we stayed way the hell away to avoid confrontation. We also spooked a herd of almost 70 elk, ran across a cow moose, and nearly walked into countless deer. Probably had more experience with large game in 72 hours in the Rockies than I have in 25 years in the Ontario bush.
I love this little rifle, it has a niche purpose, but if you backpack a lot, this gun fits in a standard backpack taken down for transport, which I have done a few times in places that allow rifles but tend to have a lot of city camping folk around, or carries very easily in one hand when right out in the wildlands. Dead nuts reliable, and plenty accurate enough to 300 yards. It took a hell of a beating down a steep mountain cliff, along with me and my 70lb pack after getting jammed into an area where I could not back, and the only way was down a very steep embankment (read cliff), so I did my best lone survivor impression and took a little tumble a good 15' down with gear and rifle, landing hard on my rifle and gear on rocks, (It was steep and very soft ground, my neck and back are still sore... ouch.) other than minor cosmetic scuffs she still shoots 100%. Most of the dust cleaned right off, but she has a few dings in the wood, as can be expected when a 175lb guy and his 70lb pack use the rifle as a cushion on the fall onto boulders.
I only hope other owners are getting as much use of theirs as I am of mine. It is not a cheap gun, but it is well built and made for a life of hard use, and I intend to use it as it was designed.
Doing some mid range mountain "target of opportunity" shooting.
Mama grizz was keeping a very close eye on us. We kept our distance... as nice as it is to have a heavy hitting rifle, I have no intentions of using it outside of hunting season. Let the happy family do their thing, and we just watch and enjoy.
After my "Lone survivor" impression.
Final opinions of a guy who has owned this gun a while? Awesome mountain rifle for shorter range work. Rust proofing could be improved, as small amounts of minor surface rust can develop if unmaintained for a while, but I'd buy it again if I had the choice, and it will be a regular companion for me with this kind of camping expedition. Durable and reliable rifle.
I love this little rifle, it has a niche purpose, but if you backpack a lot, this gun fits in a standard backpack taken down for transport, which I have done a few times in places that allow rifles but tend to have a lot of city camping folk around, or carries very easily in one hand when right out in the wildlands. Dead nuts reliable, and plenty accurate enough to 300 yards. It took a hell of a beating down a steep mountain cliff, along with me and my 70lb pack after getting jammed into an area where I could not back, and the only way was down a very steep embankment (read cliff), so I did my best lone survivor impression and took a little tumble a good 15' down with gear and rifle, landing hard on my rifle and gear on rocks, (It was steep and very soft ground, my neck and back are still sore... ouch.) other than minor cosmetic scuffs she still shoots 100%. Most of the dust cleaned right off, but she has a few dings in the wood, as can be expected when a 175lb guy and his 70lb pack use the rifle as a cushion on the fall onto boulders.
I only hope other owners are getting as much use of theirs as I am of mine. It is not a cheap gun, but it is well built and made for a life of hard use, and I intend to use it as it was designed.
Doing some mid range mountain "target of opportunity" shooting.
Mama grizz was keeping a very close eye on us. We kept our distance... as nice as it is to have a heavy hitting rifle, I have no intentions of using it outside of hunting season. Let the happy family do their thing, and we just watch and enjoy.
After my "Lone survivor" impression.
Final opinions of a guy who has owned this gun a while? Awesome mountain rifle for shorter range work. Rust proofing could be improved, as small amounts of minor surface rust can develop if unmaintained for a while, but I'd buy it again if I had the choice, and it will be a regular companion for me with this kind of camping expedition. Durable and reliable rifle.
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WanstallsOnline
Expried Business Member
- Location
- Maple Ridge BC
And they were able to add a few New models on our last shipment : http://www.wanstallsonline.com/chiappa-1892-alaskan-scout-12-takedown-w-skinner-sights-.44mag.html
Gary
Gary
H.K.Glock 007
Regular
- Location
- 6 Feet from the Elks a$$! MB
Have you checked the finish on this batch?
WanstallsOnline
Expried Business Member
- Location
- Maple Ridge BC
Brand new finish on these, looks smooth and very deep in it's penetration...
H.K.Glock 007
Regular
- Location
- 6 Feet from the Elks a$$! MB
Thank you very much for the quick response...I had to send mine back last time and it made me very sad. I felt that these were beautifully built rifles minus that. Too bad the price went up. :-(
Honor the old price for me???
PM if yes and ill pick one up right this minute.
Honor the old price for me???
PM if yes and ill pick one up right this minute.
Kevin M.
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
- Location
- Edmonton, Alberta
Any chance a guy can get his hands on those new peep sights? The ladder sight that came in the first batch isnt really my style.
- Location
- Fort Mcmurray
Yet another expedition with my Trapper takedown. This time she came with me deep into the Rocky mountain wildlands, from the deepest river valley to the top peak of the mountain we ended up camping on, loaded the whole time with full tube, one in the chamber, hammer at half ####. As much as even I like to get in on laughing at a good bear defense thread and the ridiculous stuff that goes with them, this time it was quite comforting to have the rifle with me, along with my buddy who had his 30-06. Came across a very cautious mama Grizz, and her two cubs. She watched us like a hawk, so we stayed way the hell away to avoid confrontation. We also spooked a herd of almost 70 elk, ran across a cow moose, and nearly walked into countless deer. Probably had more experience with large game in 72 hours in the Rockies than I have in 25 years in the Ontario bush.
I love this little rifle, it has a niche purpose, but if you backpack a lot, this gun fits in a standard backpack taken down for transport, which I have done a few times in places that allow rifles but tend to have a lot of city camping folk around, or carries very easily in one hand when right out in the wildlands. Dead nuts reliable, and plenty accurate enough to 300 yards. It took a hell of a beating down a steep mountain cliff, along with me and my 70lb pack after getting jammed into an area where I could not back, and the only way was down a very steep embankment (read cliff), so I did my best lone survivor impression and took a little tumble a good 15' down with gear and rifle, landing hard on my rifle and gear on rocks, (It was steep and very soft ground, my neck and back are still sore... ouch.) other than minor cosmetic scuffs she still shoots 100%. Most of the dust cleaned right off, but she has a few dings in the wood, as can be expected when a 175lb guy and his 70lb pack use the rifle as a cushion on the fall onto boulders.
I only hope other owners are getting as much use of theirs as I am of mine. It is not a cheap gun, but it is well built and made for a life of hard use, and I intend to use it as it was designed.
Doing some mid range mountain "target of opportunity" shooting.
Mama grizz was keeping a very close eye on us. We kept our distance... as nice as it is to have a heavy hitting rifle, I have no intentions of using it outside of hunting season. Let the happy family do their thing, and we just watch and enjoy.
After my "Lone survivor" impression.
Final opinions of a guy who has owned this gun a while? Awesome mountain rifle for shorter range work. Rust proofing could be improved, as small amounts of minor surface rust can develop if unmaintained for a while, but I'd buy it again if I had the choice, and it will be a regular companion for me with this kind of camping expedition. Durable and reliable rifle.
looks like an awesome time.
