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Is a Rossi revolver chambered in .357 mag. With a 6" barrel going to hold up and be reliable? I saw one today for $400 and wasn't sure if I should buy it...i looked them up online and the most resent news on them was from 2008...not very helpful! Could anyone provide me with some more recent info? Thanks, Erik.
 
+1 what BiggHoss said. That way you can always get your $$ back out of it if you want something different. No Rossi or Taurus for me!
 
its a clone of smith and wesson technology circa 1940. its not bad. each one will be better or worse then everything else coming off the assembly line. a revolver still uses alot of parts that need to be hand fitted.

may not hold up as long as some but treat it like a k frame, standard 38+p with 357 when needed
 
I generally don't announce it here for fear of beatings, but I have a Rossi 357snubby. I've put a lot of rounds through it and have never had a problem with it. The fit and finish are great and it has a sweet trigger(better than Rugers out of the box). I really like it. But I think it only cost $250 new a few years back.

However, for $400, you would be better off getting a used Ruger or Smith. Or spend a little more and get a new one. They will have a much higher resale value and they will tend to be more reliable. If ever needed, getting warranty work done on them is much easier and quicker. I have heard many nightmares about Taurus/Rossi warranty work.
 
My concern with Rossi is with quality control. They can make a good revolver. The problem is, they often turn out bad ones as well.

Fact of the matter is, it's not up to the quality of a Smith or a Ruger, but if it passes the check, it should be decent shooter.
 
My experience with Rossi has been negative. Excessive trigger pull, timing, finish issues, extraction problems and poor resale value. If you doubt me, try to sell one at a gunshow. Play it safe: Ruger, Colt, or S&W.
 
I have never owned a Rossi handgun but recently I purchased a lever action hog leg which is sold as a pistol. Right now I have close to 300 rounds of 44 mag through it and I have been impressed with the gun. The fit and finish is about average to my Marlin.
But as others have said, I think I would pass on that and add a couple of hundred and get something better. You’ll be happier in the long run.
You can see what other are asking for their Rossi’s below.
http://www.gunsamerica.com/Search/Category/573/Guns/Pistols/Rossi-Revolvers.htm
 
Rossi 972

I owned a model 972 .357 4" stainless for a while. It shot great, and handled the 38 target ammo i fed it well. I did end up trading it for a M-N m44, but mostly due to what I had available. I have since added a S&W Mod 19, and must say it definitely is a better weapon. I spent roughly the same amount on both guns, minus shipping and transfer on the Smith. As others have said, if you just ABSOLUTELY need a revolver, an older Rossi will serve you pretty well, but at $400, you can do better (Ruger Security Six, Smith Model 19, etc.)
 
I have a Rossi revolver and I really like it. Had it since the late 80s and it's been a real pleasure to shoot.

Having said that, no way would I give $400 for a used one today. No way.
 
I'd papass on thahat one because of the $.. Then I think every gun oout there is overpriced..:) Been around too long, II guess.

That said, My Rossi 720 44 special came out of the box with a better trigger than any stock Smith or Colt i've ever owned. Luck of the draw.
 
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