the more you shoot it, the better it gets. I have two myself - 20" Blued 44 mag, with a Weaver Scout scope (2013 model) and a 16" Stainless .357 mag left with the factory iron sights. I did shoot half a box of factory ammo in the .44 the day I took it home, then decided to make it mine I'd best void the warranty with reloads .... several thousand since, and at least it gets two or so trips the the range every month. The .357 was a 2012, slightly used safe queen when I traded for it in late 2014, so didn't even think twice about voiding the warranty to make it mine. I've never put a factory round in it but it get's more than it's share of reloads. I can't get enough of those two guns.

Fortunately, I've never had to replace any factory parts or even consider the thought of sending one in for factory repair. I feel for those that need factory service. In my 8 years of Rossi ownership I think they have restructured and started over at least twice. Before that, they have quite a history of having had changed hands. You can do most of the work to get them "tubed up" yourself.

Oh, I also had the hots for an older JM 1984 myself for about 10 years before buying the Rossi carbines, but in my neck of the woods they just never were very popular.

Good luck with the Rossi!


jd

 

Not so sure you "settled" all that much. I was walking around the guns at LL Bean last week when I spotted several nice looking 92's all lined up on the rack. First glance I thought they were new WInchesters. Nice wood and blue on all of them. Picked one up and was surprised to be holding a Rossi. I guess I shouldnt be all that surprised. I used to own one in 44 before they let the lawyer in the box and added the weird safety. Was an awesome brush gun. Very accurate. Never an issue. Regretted selling that one the day after it was gone. I am hoping that once Ruger has Marlin up and running it will drive prices down a bit. Maybe put some pressure on Henry to be more competitive price wise. We can all hope right? Thats a nice looking rifle Danee. Enjoy!

 

Told my wife I settled for her one time. Just kidding but big mistake! After 35 years of marriage I still have her so I guess the Rossi will be around for a long time.

 

The January 2021 issue of Rifle Shooter featured an article about the 24 inch barrel model of Rossi 92 in 44 MAG. This barrel is octagon shaped; the butt is crescent shaped. The rifle rec'd a very good review for function and accuracy which is noteworthy to buyers. I'm certain that your new rifle will bring you much satisfaction.

TR

 

You have one of the new ones. they are well made.

 

I too hope Ruger produces a quality lever gun and this crazy gun and ammo market settles down. When I was thinking about the Henry I checked their website for dealers and suggested retail prices. Henry‘s website listed a top 100 dealer about 50 miles away and a retail price of about $850, saying dealer would likely discount that price. A couple days later I was near that dealer and stopped in. There were no Henrys on the racks and this was a very big independent gun store. When I got home I found that very same dealer had three 357 Henry’s on Gunbroker. There they sold for $1100 to $1200 plus shipping and ffl fees. Can’t blame them really. I’ll bet many LGS are doing the same thing with ammo, putting part or all of their inventory online to get the big bucks. I’m afraid if things don’t change and Ruger comes out with a quality levergun , you still won’t be able to buy one for a reasonable price.

 

Ialso have 2 Rossi 92's both in 45 Colt. I have spring kits in both of them and they function very smoothly and have been flawless. I just shoot Trail Boss loads and my own cast bullets. A lot of rounds through both guns. Mine are pretty much plinkers but they will handle some stout loads. There is also a Rossi forum that is dedicated to these rifles. Have fun

 

The Rossi is a Very Fine rifle choice. I handled a couple when looking to purchase my 30-30. Wound up going with a Wally-World 336W for a few bucks less because I really wanted a Marlin (and it was like $40 cheaper than the LGS Rossi), but - The look, feel, fit and finish of those Rossi's have been calling my name ever since - and the Actions were like butter on each of them. I have been Really tempted to get one in .357 myself, since that has been my next 'want' as I have the 30-30 for about 8 years already now.

 

Rossi’s are OK rifles but are only half finished. I have had 2. A 357 and a 45 Colt. Be care that you do not cut a nice slab of skin off of your reloading finger pushing rounds into the magazine. If so you can file the loading gate smooth with a fine file. Good luck. And if you find a Marlin 94 jump on it.

 

The Rossi's made since 2019 are really decent rifles. They are now made by CBC in a new factory. The older ones could be hit or miss on the quality control, but the current 92's are good to go right out of the box.

 

Those Rossi guns are well made-but I like to put a scope on all mine and the top eject, like Winchester, make it difficult for me to shoot. I have a 94 Marlin with an 18" barrel, Leupold 1-4 x 20mm--shoots like a dream and I wouldn't trade it for anything. Enjoy yours while you still have the eyes to use it.

 

I'm not real familiar with the Rossi brand. Is there a rear peep sight setup for the Rossi 92's? Open sights can be difficult for old guys.

 

I believe there is. I think there is also a tang-mounted sight for it. Best place to check, from my experience, would be Steve's Gunz (.com).

As far as the quality, there were issues in the past, but the new ones seem to be much better. Of the many I have owned, only one has given me any trouble. Steve's Gunz also has a DVD on disassembling/repair/modification on the Rossi 92's, as well as a whole list of parts and accessories.

I have thoroughly enjoyed mine (calibers of 357, 44, and 45, as well as a Rio Grande in 410), and I'm sure you will, too. The quality issues were no worse than with Remlin rifles, in my opinion.

 

My first cas rifle was a Rossi ‘92, wore it out in a year or so, sent it back to interarms and they sent a new one. I sold it and put the money into a used Marlin. Still have the Marlin 35 years later. Hopefully you’ll get better service out of yours.

 

your gonna need a lot of ammo!

 

Look's pretty good! I wish you luck with it! My last two firearm buys were the two you had mentioned .I found a 1982 90% Marlin 1894 in 357 . I love it! Then I traded for a 100% condition 2006 JM Marlin 1895 Cowboy in 45-70. I love the long 26 inch barrel! I guess I got lucky finding this stuff at the beginning of the china virus. My gun shop had lots of firearms in until about July when It started to get hard to find a good lever action rifle! Ammo was sporadic for a while. Now its tough to find most anything!

 

Back in September I picked a Henry Big Boy Steel in 357 Mag. 4 weeks later I spotted Rossi R92 in 357 Mag stainless new in a pawn shop. The price was right and I just couldn't pass up the bright look of the stainless rifle. Well now I have to take both to the range whenever I go. They are both great rifles and it's hard to pass up a chance to shoot either.

Fit and finish the Henry wins hands down, but performance wise that little Rossi just keeps up with the Henry. They both function flawlessly. Although running 38 special in either is not as smooth as running 357 Mag. My problem is I don't have much 357 mag brass to reload so for now I've settled on some 38 spl. loads.

As someone else pointed out, you're going to need a lot of ammo. These rifle are just way too much fun to shoot.

Paul

 

They were never on my radar until I handled a neighbor’s 16” 92 stainless in .357. I have many, many lever guns, and that 92 was the lightest lever I had ever picked up (outside of a .22). I bought a Henry Big Boy .357 off him which I just traded off to a fellow MO member. But, that compact, lightweight, 92 in.357 is still calling my name out there.

 

I bought my son a 44 for Christmas. Then I got myself a 38. we was planning on casting and building a dinger range.....but then all this ammo shortage stuff happened....

 

There are about five or six generations of Rossi R92's so be wary of anyone that says "they're XXX (anything)" because THEY are not all built by the same company or with the same features. The new CBC rifles are getting the best reviews since the '80's pre-safety rifles. $650 seems a little stout to me but considering prices on most stuff, I guess it's not bad.

The 1892 is a stronger and lighter design than the 1894 and you will be happy. Winchesters are for people that like to brag and Henry rifles are made to look good.

 

There are about five or six generations of Rossi R92's so be wary of anyone that says "they're XXX (anything)" because THEY are not all built by the same company or with the same features. The new CBC rifles are getting the best reviews since the '80's pre-safety rifles. $650 seems a little stout to me but considering prices on most stuff, I guess it's not bad.

The 1892 is a stronger and lighter design than the 1894 and you will be happy. Winchesters are for people that like to brag and Henry rifles are made to look good.

You darn right $650 is stout! One problem with growing old ( me not you) is remembering what things used to cost. Didnt pay half that for the 3 Marlin 30-30s I have. The way ammo prices have gotten I feel like I bought a box of .357 and he threw in a Rossi.

 

Bought a 20" blued Rossi in 357 Mag a few years back and am really happy with it so far.
It was this rifle that got me started into lever actions again.
I would not consider it settling to have the Rossi R92 over the 1894C, as I have both now and like the light handling and balance of the 20" Rossi compared to the 18.5" Marlin, I actually am a little more accurate shooting off hand with the Rossi vs the Marlin and it is upgraded with a Happy Trigger and Skinner peep sight. There are good features on both rifles and I am happy to own both of them.

REK

 

My go to rifle for a long while when I first shot in SASS matches was a Rossi in .45 LC that Steve Gunz AKA
Nate Kiowa Jones worked his magic on. It was slick. Then the black powder cartridge bug bit me so I HAD to have a 1873 in 38 WCF.
And the story continues. An 1876 45/75 followed me home one day. It was an early Chaparral but was Charter Arms that stood good on the warranty. My first rifle just sucked. Patterns at 50 yds. I will commend Charter Arms for they completely replaced the rifle with one that has ran grandly with various loads. All black powder.

 

Danee96, I had a 92 back in the mid 80's it shot 38 & 357 just fine! I never tryed long shots, mostly 50 yds . Never any FTF or eject.

 

Don't feel slighted. That is a nice looking rifle.

I have a Rossi .357 in stainless. It's wonderful to shoot.

I didn't keep a log book, but my kids and I used to put a few hundred round through it when we went camping. It's seen a lot of lead. No issues.