I have a 2002 Chiappa Sharps 32 inch barreled 45/70. It is one of the old models with the small firing pin that is reported to be prone to breaking. I have owned the gun for about a year and after about 400 - 500 rounds fired by me the pin broke. I have no idea of the number of rounds the previous owner fired. The newer model have a larger firing pin that does not readily break. Fit and finish on my rifle is fine. It is not a presentation piece, but does not cost like one. It is a good serviceable rifle with no visible defects.
I have yet to find that magic sub moa black powder round but the rifle shoot 2 - 3 min with the stock barrel sights and my 62 year old eyes that do not see the rear sight well using smokeless rounds.
Do not know if the Chiappa is as inherently accurate as the pedersoli, but they do not cost as much either.