Rossi model 92 .38/.357 carbine feedback

I'd really like to have the heavier Marlin 1894 AND a lighter 92 model. If I knew I'd want to accessorize the gun, I'd maybe opt for the Marlin, since aftermarket options (sights, scope bases, trigger replacements, and other parts) are more plentiful. Mine has the Wild West Trigger Happy Trigger (very nice) and Skinner sights. I sometimes mount a Leopold FX-II 2.5x20mm scope as well.

But for a leave-as-is carrying gun, a 92 model would be nice.

As others have said, I can't appreciate Henry's 9-pound gun. Maybe in .44 magnum or 45 colt, but not in .357.
 
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Rossi's are great lil rifles. That said I sold mine because I had trouble getting my thumb in the loading gate to load. I much prefer the marlin for that.
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Nanuk, you don't have to kill your thumb loading a lever action. The way I do it is to set the rifle on its side, slide the nose of the first cartridge into the gate, then just leave the round halfway in, with the back of the cartridge against the receiver. Grab another round and use the nose of this one to push the first round in the tube. Leave the second round halfway in the tube and repeat until full. You only have to mash your thumb on the last round. Much better.
 
Had two Rossi 92's no problem with them what so ever. They are built stronger than the post 64 Winchester's. Couple of things to consider.
They are top ejection so if you ever decide later in life to scope one that will be a problem (I personally do not like the top eject) Marlin is a side eject.
If something does break in the future, Rossi will not sell the part to fix them. You have to send the gun in to get them repaired.
I prefer a Marlin and sold my two Rossi for Marlins but they were nice rifles.
 
I have a Rossi in 16 inch, .357/.38 . Great rifle out of the box, no problems with any type ammo in .357 or .38. a real shooter.
 
Love mine. Took two white tail with it last fall @ 50 yards open sight. They both dropped on the spot.

There's a trick to loading them, push the bullet just a bit into the loading gate and then use the next round to push it the rest of the way through, and leave that round sticking out a bit. Rinse and repeat.

Try for a pre safety model, at least that's what I hear.
 
I had read about the Rossi's not feeding both 38 and 357, that they will shoot one or the other reliably, is this true ?
I have looked at the Henry but its considerably more expensive than the Rossi, are they worth the extra cost in 38/357 caliber ?
I bought a new Henry golden boy 22 and it was perfect right out of the box excellent smooth action and extremely accurate. Would their 38/357 be of the same quality ?
 
I was worried about some of the negative press regarding this rifle. I am so happy I ignored it. I just got mine about 2 months ago. Great rifle out of the box. The rifle looks good. Serviceable but not heirloom quality. Action is slick out of the box. Pretty darn accurate. I am not a good judge since I am horrible with irons on any rifle let alone buckhorn sights. Super reliable. Feeds 357 mag, 38 special, and empty 357 cases flawlessly.

My only complaint is the lack of accommodations for current optics of any type. The only solution I’ve found is a side scope mount which I still haven’t been able to work properly. This is a small gripe though since I can shoot it without the optic but I prefer to shoot rifle with one.

Two words: GET IT!
More words: You won’t regret it!
 
I got mine ordered from LGS about a year and half ago. LOVE IT!!! feeds everything reliably, accurate, quiet and just FUN!! I have no regrets, well maybe one, I wish I had went with the 16" instead of the 20". I have found that the anything over 16" actually starts to decline velocity, and although it already really light, lighter would be even better. people talked about needing "slicked up", I don't see the need, I can shoot it fast simple. I could go on for pages about how much I like, quite possibly my favorite gun....
 
My 16" 44 came with all kinds of issues and I almost heaved it into the dumpster, but I eventually figured out most of the problems and it can now pound the hottest loads I can load up into MOA at 100. It's now one of my favorite weapons of the many that I have. 4.8 lbs of kick-taming rifle--can't think of anything else quite like it. And yet another opportunity to post a gratuitous pic. : )

 
the good, the not quite so good, and anything else you ever wanted to know about a Rossi 92 can be found here:

http://www.rossi-rifleman.com/viewforum.php?f=9

some can use a little tweaking, but for their low cost, pretty unreasonable to expect an absolutely perfect weapon.

I absolutely love my 24" octagon with case harden color receiver in 38/357. although a pretty big gun for banging around in a pichup's cab.

and I'm watching hard for a 44mag in matching configuration.
 
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I would like hear any negative feedback on someone that has bought a rossi in the last 2-3 years. I don't know what issues plagued them in the past, but everyone I talk to that owns a recent manufacture one seems to have a vey positive experience.
 
Well, I bought my about a year ago and it DEFINITELY had major issues (I have a lot of posts on that rossi forum BTW)--but as I said I fixed em all eventually.

Here are the issues with purchasing a rossi:

1. You're buying a braztec (Taurus) product--if ANYTHING goes wrong--even a screw breaking--you will have to box and send the entire weapon to Brazil for them to determine what they will or will not do.

2. They do have an earned reputation for unpolished action parts--for some people that's not an issue--for others that have used a Winchester or Marlin it often is.

3. My particular gun came with the magazine tube way over-torqued at the front barrel band--so much so the gun wouldn't group under 7" at 25 yds! It was obviously putting way too much pressure on the barrel. I machined down the barrel band to relieve the pressure--but when I did that the magazine cap screw would no longer engage the dimple in the barrel. Upon the first shot the magazine tube flew out of the receiver--that little cap screw is the only thing retaining the magazine tube to the receiver. I eventually epoxied the mag tube to the wood foregrip (junk wood anyway) which is in turn held by a much more robust screw in a slot in the barrel. You might think that simply getting a replacement screw would fix the problem--but that is easier said than done--they have their own proprietary thread pitch--and you're back to sending the whole weapon back to them.

4. Grip and stock woods can vary greatly--mostly junky soft wood with poor finishing these days; but occasionally someone gets lucky and gets some nice stuff.

After all that you would think I hate the gun--but I eventually got mine to shoot very well with the hottest 44 mag loads I can whip up--so I love what I made it into.

I think a rossi can be a great weapon once they can be jiggered into working right. I think it's pretty evident what you're potentially getting yourself into when you consider Steve has achieved immortality and a decent living by providing fixes for them.

I love mine--but realistically IMO it is way over-priced for all the trouble you may very well get into. I paid just under $600 for mine--real world value IMO for this kind of weapon is $375/425. I think the romantic image of the cowboy action image over-inflates it's popularity and price--but again--if you're willing to tough it out they can be made into great, fun shooters--just go into the deal with eyes open.
 
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I love mine--but realistically IMO it is way over-priced for all the trouble you may very well get into. I paid just under $600 for mine--real world value IMO for this kind of weapon is $375/425.
$600.00? My 20" .44 cost less than $450.00, including tax and shipping.
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I like mine allot. I put a cheap shot gun scope on it and can pop clay pigeons all day long at 100 yard with 125gr loads.
Mine has a issue feeding 38 special. It will kick them back behind the lever.
I have to take it apart to remove the round. I am sure its just me short stroking it. I worry about slinging my brass out of reach. What can I say, I am a reloader.

No problems feeding 357mag length cases.
Should be just the ticket for those pesky coyotes.
 
I ordered mine through my LGS, it was 530$ out the door for the 20" SS. I could of gotten cheaper online, but felt the 20$ more to have the GS deal with any shipping back is worth it. been great out of the box, yes the internals are not polished, but it runs smooth as is
 
I really do love my rossi, I was trying to be what I thought is objective. If you're not the kind of person that doesn't mind rolling up your sleeves and doing some work to get maximum potential out of a weapon--I would simply say it can be a toss of the dice whether you'll be happy or not with one.
 
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This Lee 140 grain works slick in 38 or 357 in my Rossi. Got the 6 holer which you will need as the Rossi does spit them out.
 
I absolutely love my 16" .44. Not as nice as my 74' Win 94 but it shouldn't be. The only thing I would have done differently is purchased the 16" in 357 and a 20" in .44. Hot .44 loads out of that 16" rifle certainly let you know your alive :D.
 
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