Rossi Model 92? 357

Boomer45 · Post by **Boomer45** » Thu Mar 13, 2008 4:57 pm

I have been looking for a 38/357 levergun to go with my Accusport Bisley SBH in 357mag and stumbled on to this one today while picking up some reloading supplies. It is a Rossi saddlering carbine in 357 mag. No safety. The receiver blueing looks like a deep purple color. I have no experience with these rifles but the price was right and the gun was in great condition so it is now on layaway. Any thougths on these rifles, good, bad, indifferent? I would like to shoot some 180gr bullets in it if the chamber is long enough. Thanks Guys!

Old Ironsights · Post by **Old Ironsights** » Thu Mar 13, 2008 5:02 pm

They kill deer just fine out to 100yds or so.

I like mine an inordinate amount.

I also have a 6 cavity mold for an absolutely dandy 180gr GC boolit that I get up to about 1800fps.

Since you're in the AO, I'll hook up with you later about how to make your new toy run.

Boomer45 · Post by **Boomer45** » Thu Mar 13, 2008 5:28 pm

Thanks Old Ironsights,

I should have it off layaway sometime next month. I can't wait to try it out.

Boomer

Slick · Post by **Slick** » Thu Mar 13, 2008 5:52 pm

I picked up a Rossi 92 SRC in .357 and just love the thing! I also followed the instructions on this site to clean-up the action->

http://marauder.homestead.com/files/rossitune.htm

If you're a bit handy and don't mind spending an afternoon giving your rifle some TLC, you'll be MUCH more happy with it! Congrats on your new rifle.

.45colt · Post by **.45colt** » Thu Mar 13, 2008 6:18 pm

There has been a semi-underground secret society here on Leverguns--whew--

for some time.it has all revolved around these Rossi .357 rifles. I finally got one last December and it's all they said it would be and more.

.mine has an action that feels like it is lined with teflon it is smooth as silk.Hope Yours is also.great guns. Jim.

jazman · Post by **jazman** » Thu Mar 13, 2008 6:51 pm

Great guns, you will love it. I gave my 20 inch to my son, ordered a Stainless trapper from Steve Young (who is a Forum sponsor) which is now at my FFL, I get to pick it up in 7 days. I also bought Steve's DVD for my son to slick up his, he did it a few weeks back and it's now perfect. Go to Steve's website and check it out. Jim

http://www.stevesgunz.com/

Mutt · Post by **Mutt** » Thu Mar 13, 2008 7:06 pm

Mine Is Great

........................Mutt

Griff · Post by **Griff** » Thu Mar 13, 2008 7:21 pm

I think they're a little rough when you get them from the store as new. But... they sure clean up nice! They do have some issues, but... we have a expert that hangs around and can pretty much straighten any of them out! I've three, 2 in .357 and one in .45 colt. All have been reworked and smoothed up! Slick little carbines and rifles!

canonsix · Post by **canonsix** » Thu Mar 13, 2008 8:22 pm

My Rossi 357(16inch) is my go to gun, and you can get to 1800fps with a 180grain lfngc,

Doug

JerryB · Post by **JerryB** » Thu Mar 13, 2008 9:36 pm

Yes the Rossi '92 .357 is about my favorite rifle,you will really like it.

Buckeye · Post by **Buckeye** » Fri Mar 14, 2008 6:04 am

Sold my 16in. large looped Puma in 357 bout 2 yr.s ago ...I was a real DA then. Feel smarter now ...I'd love to have it back.

MikeS. · Post by **MikeS.** » Fri Mar 14, 2008 8:13 am

I love my Rossi too. Although i've not shot anything heaver then 158 grn.

Cocked & Locked · Post by **Cocked & Locked** » Fri Mar 14, 2008 9:01 am

I like mine! It resides over front door loaded with Hornady 158 grain XTP JHP handloads.

EMF Hartford (Rossi) pre-safety '92 .357

Jaguarundi · Post by **Jaguarundi** » Fri Mar 14, 2008 11:33 am

Congrats,you will Luv the Puma.I own 2 in 45 Colt.The 20" SS SRC is the go to it truckgun loaded with corbon loads.The 24" Octagon is the Deer/hog stalker.

Pisgah · Post by **Pisgah** » Fri Mar 14, 2008 12:07 pm

I've got a 16-incher in .45 Colt, and am keeping eyes open for a deal on a .357. These are sweet little carbines.