As the name of the brand Less Than Lethal (LTL) owned by Chiappa suggests, this pistol is designed for reliable but non-lethal self-defense. It uses rubber or pepper balls caliber .50 for shooting, which are inserted into a cleverly concealed magazine under the barrel.
The pistol is powered by a single 12g CO2 cartridge, which is inserted into the grip. To activate it, simply strike the valve lightly with your palm under the grip; this pierces the cartridge and the pistol is ready to fire. The valve is large enough to be easily tightened and loosened without tools and at the same time does not disturb the overall appearance of the pistol. When activated, an indicator pops up above the grip to show that the weapon is under pressure. To depressurise the pistol, simply push the indicator back in.
Model Alfa 1.50 is made of metal internal components, which are then covered by a lightweight polymer frame. The slide is fixed and features simple fixed sights. For optional installation of a laser or a tactical light, there is a short Picatinny rail under the barrel, and the only safety is located directly in the trigger blade.
NOTE: For proper magazine function, we recommend applying silicone oil to the inner walls of the magazine well, or directly to the rubber projectiles. When using dry ammunition in an unlubricated magazine, there is a risk of the weapon jamming.
Maintenance
Since the weapon is powered by CO2 cartridges, the rubber seals may gradually become brittle and crack due to freezing carbon dioxide. You can prevent this by occasionally applying silicone oil 1) in spray form, simply spraying the internal mechanism, 2) applying a few drops of silicone oil to the neck of the inserted cartridge, 3) using an oil cartridge (the easiest option). We also do not recommend leaving an activated cartridge in the weapon longer than necessary. If you know you will not be shooting for some time, release the pressure by loosening the valve.