Rossi R92 | .38/.357 Lever action "Cowboy" rifle.

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  • The Rossi R92 is a modern replica of the Winchester Model 1892. Mine is chambered in .38 special or .357 Magnum and it the rifle I used in Cowboy Action Shooting competitions. The R92 is available with the traditional "blued" finish, but I opted for the Stainless version for my CAS persona "Dick Silver".
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  • @esco7352
    @esco7352 11 місяців тому +21

    Finally got a new 454 stainless recently and Build quality is much better than 10 years ago. Cycling 45 colt and 454 perfectly. Love it.

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  11 місяців тому +1

      It's nice to have the 45 Colt option, 454 can be a little pricey! Enjoy and be safe!

  • @RangerPointPrecision
    @RangerPointPrecision 11 місяців тому +16

    Great review Richard. The Rossi 92's are a great option both on performance and price as well as pretty easy to find. Glad to see more people talking about them as an alternative to Henry, Marlin and other options.

  • @bradbury1971
    @bradbury1971 6 місяців тому +5

    I took a whitetail with the same rifle this year. Awesome carrying rifle for where I hunt and don’t need to take shots over 100 yards.

  • @cornbread7095
    @cornbread7095 9 місяців тому +2

    Just wanted to say that this was a great review, informative and I like the way you talk to us like we are there with you

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  9 місяців тому +1

      Thank you very much! These are the kind of comments that make this all worth doing.

  • @bobalex6323
    @bobalex6323 3 місяці тому +3

    Mine is in .38 Special, 20" round barrel. The action is smooth, never did anything to improve, I think who assembled it at Rossi was in a very good day. 😃

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  3 місяці тому +1

      They must have built mine on a Monday! Enjoy your rifle and thanks for watching!

  • @WV591
    @WV591 11 місяців тому +9

    Got a 24" R92SS, octagonal barrel 38/357 month ago and it's amazing accurate and gorgeous and no issues whatsoever. Been to the range several times already with different ammo. Even loads shorter flat nose 38 special, 125 gr, 1.4 inch or less with no problems or eject issues.
    The quality and functionality is up there, probably close to Henry or Winchester at 1/2 price

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  11 місяців тому

      I'll bet that is one good looking rifle! Nice to hear that you didn't have any issues with it! Thanks for sharing and thanks for watching too!

    • @yitzhakcohem17175
      @yitzhakcohem17175 9 місяців тому

      I buy mine today 16 inch barrel shot any 38 spl like dreams…!

  • @ArizonaGhostriders
    @ArizonaGhostriders 11 місяців тому +5

    Lever actions are magnificent firearms. Great one!

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  11 місяців тому +3

      I may have to do the 1866 next weekend! Thanks for watching Santee!

    • @ArizonaGhostriders
      @ArizonaGhostriders 11 місяців тому +2

      @@SmallCaliberArmsReview Always, Mr. Silver

  • @joemorganeatmyshortschannel
    @joemorganeatmyshortschannel 11 місяців тому +2

    Man that finish looks great

  • @matthewlyness8161
    @matthewlyness8161 11 місяців тому

    Just ordered mine can't wait!!!

  • @jerseyred9554
    @jerseyred9554 11 місяців тому

    Richard,
    As always, great episode

  • @humpy936
    @humpy936 2 місяці тому +2

    They’re good guns for the price, I gladly spend some time smoothing them up a bit for the nice low price that these go for. I have bought four of them in different calibers and sizes for less than $700 each, when they’re really hard to find the prices go up, but there seems to be quite a few on the market now.😊

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  2 місяці тому

      They were just starting to get scarce when I bought mine. I almost wish I would have waited, but then think of the fun I would have missed out on! Thanks for watching!

  • @JWheeler331
    @JWheeler331 11 місяців тому +1

    I have a few of the Rossi 92 and they are great guns. Very handy on the ranch also.

  • @thomcampbell9749
    @thomcampbell9749 5 місяців тому

    Love your shooting range,i have this rifle in 44sp and mag love it would never get rid of it i polished it to a very hi shine judt beautiful thanks for the video we are high in the mountains of Arizona and all up here love lever guns thanks TC

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  5 місяців тому

      If I could live anywhere else in this country, Arizona would be the place! I'm a huge fan of "Cowboy Guns"! I thought about polishing mine, but I think I'll leave it like it is for now. I'll bet yours is a beaut! Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching too!

  • @JimE6243
    @JimE6243 11 місяців тому

    Thanks Richard. Another god one. JimE

  • @henrysara7716
    @henrysara7716 11 місяців тому +2

    Nice rifle with an affordable price to start on the SASS game. Thank you.

  • @johnholliday6324
    @johnholliday6324 8 місяців тому +3

    One of the best things to do with a Rossi 92 is to replace the factory ejector spring with a lighter after market one. Makes a ton of difference. And while you're at it, replace the plastic factory follower with a brass or SS one. Happy shooting to you!

  • @SuperLaplander
    @SuperLaplander 11 місяців тому

    Nice one, thank you sir!

  • @Wyoming_Gramps
    @Wyoming_Gramps 11 місяців тому

    Nice review. Thanks

  • @kencarnley7101
    @kencarnley7101 11 місяців тому +3

    I recently purchased one of these. I like mine. My local dealer got 4 of these and sold them all in a week. Continues to get them in and they do sell.

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  11 місяців тому

      For the longest time, I didn't see any in the stores, now I'm seeing them everywhere. Lever actions are a lot of fun. Thank you for watching!

  • @anangryranger
    @anangryranger 11 місяців тому +4

    Richard, great video.👍
    There's a few long guns here, among my revolvers. Without a doubt, my Rossi with the octagon barrel, casehardend frame, nosecap, and crescent buttplate in 357mag, is my favorite. Though it's 9 years old, it is always immaculately clean. Some folks think it's brand new. Wonderful shooter. And is the perfect companion to my Cimarron El Malo in 357mag, with the octagon barrel.
    Have had several folks try to buy or trade for it, but I always turn 'em down.
    In my case, there's no issues with the bullet design. SWC rounds in 357mag or 38Spl cycle fine. The only exception is in 357mag cases and the 173gr Keith SWC. Though in a 38Spl case, it too is not an issue.
    Best bullet I've loaded is from an old Ideal 358156 SWCGC. In either Spl or Mag loads, it's been perfect in the 1:30 twist bore. The Ideal 357446 SWC is a close second.
    Anyway, thanks for allowing an old man brag about his rifle. Love your channel and your dedication to the old school ways of doing things.👍
    Take care,
    Wade

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  11 місяців тому +1

      I'll bet those two octagon barrels look great together! I never did try any SWCs, they may allow the interrupter to do it's thing properly.
      Brag all you want, that's a combination I'd be proud of!
      Thanks for watching!

  • @gyrene_asea4133
    @gyrene_asea4133 6 місяців тому +1

    Good video presentation on my favorite aspect of CAS; the long guns. Here in the SW there was a gunsmith "The Rifleman" who did wonders with lever guns 30yrs ago.
    My eyes are still good, but I haven't the hand speed of old, sigh. Still good to see someone having fun w/ lever actions. Subscribed, thanks for the vid.

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  6 місяців тому

      In my opinion, the Rossi 92 is a beautiful rifle, even if the stainless isn't exactly "period correct". I've always liked both the long guns and the revolvers, I can do with or without the shotguns. The coach guns are my favorite shotguns, though. There will be more of these classic lever guns coming in the future! Thank you very much for watching!

  • @garageguy879
    @garageguy879 11 місяців тому

    I have the lever & pump action Rossi rifles in 22LR,,both are a whole lot of fun.

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  11 місяців тому +1

      Yep. I have them in polymer, I wish I would have got them in wood instead. Hey, now I have an excuse to pick up a couple more rifles! Thanks for watching!

  • @producedrabbit1
    @producedrabbit1 11 місяців тому +1

    Great video, I just bought that exact model a couple months ago and it’s a nice shooting rifle.

  • @ironhorse127
    @ironhorse127 11 місяців тому +9

    These are some great rifles. I slicked mine up with a total disassembly, polished and smoothed any rough area, and It was good to go. About the slickest lever I own
    Great video

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  11 місяців тому +1

      I did some minor "slicking" but I'm sure more could be done to it. Thanks for watching!

    • @gijoe508
      @gijoe508 6 місяців тому +1

      I replaced the plastic follower mine came with , replacement was stainless steel, cut a couple coils off the mag spring because it was a bit tight, and then worked the action a ton, it’s not bad now, it was a bit rough at first, mine is from the taurus era

  • @snappers_antique_firearms
    @snappers_antique_firearms 11 місяців тому +1

    Those Rossi's are really nice guns

  • @CanadianOutdoorsBc
    @CanadianOutdoorsBc 11 місяців тому +1

    Beautiful rifle. I need to buy one someday

  • @bulldozer5326
    @bulldozer5326 11 місяців тому +1

    Good evening sir.
    I have the exact same Rossi. Love it great firearm.. can’t beat a leveraction

  • @chrissimons9733
    @chrissimons9733 7 місяців тому

    Great Video Mate you really know you stuff. Looking forward to getting mine cheers.

  • @OutnBacker
    @OutnBacker 11 місяців тому +1

    I had a superb Miroku m92. The sharp edges of the loading gate is an issues even on that one. I stoned the edge and touched up the blue. With the Model 94, you don't repeat the loading process as often and don't really notice the wear and tear on your thumb. With the pitol caliber, you're shoving in rounds as fast as you can grin. Tear up that thumb pretty quick. With a stainless finish, no touch up required.
    I appreciated that even more when I heavily modified my old style Vaquero grip, including removal of the plow points on the back and front strap, narrowing the wood stocks, and smoothing everything into a semi-plow handle. Looks beautiful, and fits me like a glove. Instead of those long points, there is a smooth radius of about 3/8" front and back.

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  11 місяців тому +1

      I've been a professional pipe welder for 30+years and I have always loved working with stainless. It's easy to fix blemishes, especially in thicker materials and it can be polished to a mirror finish. I've always wanted to polish my Rossi to match the Vaqueros, but the fine "brushed" finish sure does hide all the fingerprints.
      Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching too!

    • @OutnBacker
      @OutnBacker 11 місяців тому

      @@SmallCaliberArmsReview I think if you polish the Rossi, it may reveal a lot of uneven surface height in the machining of the reciever sides and you might be dissapointed in the "lumpy" appearance. Sort of the same thing on the inside working parts. They can use some slicking up by dissassembly and manual honing to deburr and flatten the parts.
      As a retired machinist, I would suggest you use a known flat, thin straight edge to slowly slide over the flat surfaces to check for dips and high spots before you go ahead. Put a tiny coat of vegetable oil on the steel, then wipe it off with a paper towel, leaving just a hint of coating before you use the straight edge. Put a moderate light source behind the steel and slide the straight edge around in various directions, looking for light showing under neath. A fine polish is like certain colors on a car: some reveal past repairs or, less than sterling manufacturing. I think Rossi brushes the guns because it is an issue with price point. A polished gun will have to be more money. A satin finish is no defect and they can keep the production cost lower.
      IMO, the Rossi is a great value and definitely a keeper. As far as I know, it is the only replica of the Winchester 92 with the long octa barrel, long fore-end with end cap, and crescent stock and in stainless steel.

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  11 місяців тому

      @@OutnBacker Oh, if I were to polish it, there would be sanding blocks involved. I've done a fair amount of polishing stainless for the biopharmaceutical industry and some cosmetic stuff for myself. There are few things that make me cringe like seeing a mirror finish with waves in it. I've seen people sand out and polish a scratch, leaving behind a highly reflective ripple in the piece. Florescent tubes can really help with finding the flaws.

    • @OutnBacker
      @OutnBacker 11 місяців тому +1

      @@SmallCaliberArmsReview I agree. And yes flourescent light is beat.

  • @Lefteye1873
    @Lefteye1873 11 місяців тому +1

    I got into SASS just as the Rossi rifles were getting hard to find. I ended up with a Chappa 1892 from Taylor’s & Co. It is the best looking rifle I have ever had.

  • @danielaramburo7648
    @danielaramburo7648 11 місяців тому +1

    I have one. No complaints.

  • @Desperado3248
    @Desperado3248 11 місяців тому

    I have 4Rossi 92s. One is an older one without the safety, in 357. I changed the springs , and added a rear semi buckhorn sight. Another 357 16 inch with large loop, a 16 inch 45 Colt with standard lever and a 20 inch 45 Colt. They are all smooth and reliable , feeding round nose and semiwadcutter ammo. Used the 20 inch 357 in SASS and it was as fast and accurate as a92 Browning, that was pickier about 38 spl ammo. I have found that Badman 157 fn cast bullets work well in both 38spl 357 cases in the Rossi and Marlin 1894s. I foolishly sold a Stainless 20 inch Rossi 92. Good value rifles that have been reliable and accurate

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  11 місяців тому

      I haven't competed in SASS in years but I sure would like to slick this thing up a bit more. Sounds like you have a nice collection going on. Thanks for watching!

  • @YesItsWitticus
    @YesItsWitticus 8 місяців тому

    Got my eye on one right now.

  • @larscederberg8564
    @larscederberg8564 2 місяці тому

    Great review 😀

  • @user-rx7df6sr1x
    @user-rx7df6sr1x 3 місяці тому +1

    Look up Steve Guns I believe thats the way to spell it. He has everything you need to tune it up plus it comes with instructions. By the way it is good to finally see someone who knows how to load a lever action rifle. I have two of these one in 24 inch barrel and one in 20 inch both in 38/357, great rifles.

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  3 місяці тому

      Yeah, I've looked him up before. I really wanted to get a large loop for mine, but dang, That's a lot of money! Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching too!

  • @wrxs1781
    @wrxs1781 7 місяців тому

    Good revue.

  • @LoganC1988
    @LoganC1988 11 місяців тому

    Sweet rifle richard!

  • @CanadianOutdoorsBc
    @CanadianOutdoorsBc 11 місяців тому

    New subscriber from Vancouver, Canada. Great channel !!!

  • @noahmercy-mann4323
    @noahmercy-mann4323 11 місяців тому

    Nice review, and good shooting, partner! Got the stainless 357 R92 rifle (octagon) for the wife and a 45 Colt saddle ring carbine (1 of 2,000) for myself for CAS. I slicked them both up and they can be run with one finger, and after tens of thousands of rounds through each, they still shoot better than we can hold. For her 38 Specials, I cast the Lee 158 RNFP and my handloads feed slicker'n snake snot on a glass doorknob. I had issues with a couple other RNFP designs feeding rough, but the Lees are a winner. I really want a 454 Casull '92 to go with my Ruger Alaskan, but I suffer from sticker shock every time I look at one!

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  11 місяців тому +1

      I'd like for mine to be that slick! I just really don't get it out enough to get some good "break-in" going on. They can be a little pricey but there are more expensive ones out there. Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching too!

  • @mikemuhlbach2951
    @mikemuhlbach2951 6 місяців тому

    Great videos loved the information. I picked up a 45-colt 20 inch barrell in stainless. Just had a saddle ring and a large lever loop installed on it.

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  6 місяців тому +1

      Very Nice! Be careful if you got that large loop to try some "spin cocking", that 20" barrel is longer than you think! Enjoy that rifle, be safe and thanks for watching!

    • @mikemuhlbach2951
      @mikemuhlbach2951 6 місяців тому

      @SmallCaliberArmsReview my 357magnum has a large loop and only a 16 inch barrel. Merry Christmas Eve

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  6 місяців тому

      Everybody needs options! Nice!@@mikemuhlbach2951

  • @travisbell9014
    @travisbell9014 11 місяців тому +1

    I have the Henry Big Boy X in 357/38 and I love it. Was thinking about the 44mag but didn't want to pay for another Henry. So I'm now considering the Rossi 44. That 454 sounds interesting too

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  11 місяців тому

      There's a big difference in price between a Henry and a Rossi! Thanks for watching!

  • @swhedge71
    @swhedge71 11 місяців тому

    Good review of the Rossi R92 Richard! I really envy your collection of guns. BTW, been enjoying your "Ohio Homestead" channel also! Cheers and all the best from Texas! -Steve-

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  11 місяців тому

      It's taken a while to put it all together but it's sure been fun. Thanks for watching Both channels, I really appreciate it!

  • @sasquatch885
    @sasquatch885 11 місяців тому +1

    I shoot a Uberti ‘73 or ‘66 for SASS. Love them both.👍🏻

  • @kennethhamby9811
    @kennethhamby9811 11 місяців тому +1

    Have owned several. 45 colt, 357mag. All were great rifles. Limit the expectations, to pistol ammo realities and team with a pistol of same cal, 50 yds-250yds deer getters or a rabbit in the pot.

  • @DesertMav
    @DesertMav 3 місяці тому

    Solid video, I just bought a used Rossi R92 in .357/.38 in cherry red with a polished blued 16 inch barrel. I got it for just over $400 out the door and it looks great. I will test it out at the range soon to see how it runs with some .357 or / .38 special that I have. I think that it's a great carbine style weapon that will be compatible with my .38 special revolver. I too ignore the safety, but then again, I don't keep it loaded at all.

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  3 місяці тому +1

      Sounds like you got a deal. Hope you enjoy it and thank you for watching!

  • @theoriginalOSOK
    @theoriginalOSOK 11 місяців тому

    When you went to shoot the damned flip safety was on - I have seen this over and over again in videos about these - that is why I replaced all of mine with the button. New sub for you.

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  11 місяців тому +1

      Yeah, I get why people remove them. Thanks for the sub, and thanks for watching too!

  • @8626John
    @8626John 11 місяців тому +3

    Beautiful rifle and great review, Richard! I have a Henry Big Boy lever action rifle in .357 magnum and it's a lot of fun to shoot. And it matches up with my four revolvers. I haven't done any cowboy action shooting but it seems like fun.

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  11 місяців тому +1

      Henry makes some nice ones! Cowboy Action Shooting can be a lot of fun. Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching!

  • @musketman2008
    @musketman2008 10 місяців тому

    I'm in Ohio, too. Love the video. I sure want a Rossi 92 to compliment my Ruger Vaquero.

  • @GregReilly-mp9tg
    @GregReilly-mp9tg 11 днів тому

    It also came in a 480 Ruger they were only 100 made. I have the stainless steel with a fiber optics beautiful gun.

  • @walth5336
    @walth5336 10 місяців тому

    Got a Rossi ranch hand in 44 used. The shop also has a 45 last week. Nice but a kicker in 44 mag

  • @ecamhudson
    @ecamhudson 8 місяців тому

    Great review on one of my favorite guns. I enjoy all of your videos. I currently have 3 Rossi 92's and really enjoy them. I use Skinner peep sights on one of mine and Skinner rails on the other 2. I've been looking for a thin leather wrap like the one you have. Did you make that one or is that something I could purchase somewhere?

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  8 місяців тому

      I made it several years ago with just a thin piece of leather and a baseball stitch. Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching too!

  • @Lucas-nh2mk
    @Lucas-nh2mk 11 місяців тому +1

    I love mine in 44mag❤

  • @zan917
    @zan917 9 місяців тому

    Almost talked myself into getting one of these once (not stainless). Would like one someday.

  • @markhenderson2896
    @markhenderson2896 11 місяців тому +1

    I have a 357 /38 just like yours and a 24 8nch octagon 44 mag in blue. Had to put taller front site on 44 it shot 11 inches high at 50 yards on lowest setting but a $11 new tall site fixed that

  • @SkunkWorksRifle
    @SkunkWorksRifle 11 місяців тому

    Nice 😎👍🇺🇸

  • @melaninsupergurl-vu4uv
    @melaninsupergurl-vu4uv 11 місяців тому

    Having owned both .357 and .44 both in 24" octagon bbl I would recommend the .357 only in the short carbine 16" round bbl, as in octagonal long barrels they are the same outside diameter across the flats making for a massive muzzle heaviness of an extra pound and a half hanging off the muzzle... If shooting only a short walk away from a blind or had chest/neck surgery or a petite female of course the extra weight means little recoil especially with a Limbsaver vest or lace on buttpad, barrel almost impossible to split from a catastrophic failure... and a couple of manufacturers produce +P+ 158 grain and 180 grain ammo at 2400 fps / 2200fps that duplicates 30-30 Winchester at close range.
    The 24" octagon barrel helps tame .44 recoil and holds a dozen or so rounds - enough for dangerous feral dog packs or even combat.

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  11 місяців тому

      My 1866 has an octagon barrel and that thing is pretty darn heavy. An 1874 Sharps with a 34" octagon barrel is another beast. Thanks for watching!

    • @yitzhakcohem17175
      @yitzhakcohem17175 9 місяців тому

      I buy mine in 16” rounder barrel in 38/357 shot like dreams now ill need buy alot 38 spl for future aventures…!

  • @carariela
    @carariela 9 місяців тому

    I bought this too, glad you review it 🙏✝️🙏l love the Stainless Steel/Wood look. Didn't know it takes "Lead" rounded tip ammo...so basically I can't use my hand gun "Full Jacketed" ammo right??

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  9 місяців тому

      You should be able to use any modern ammo in it. SASS or Cowboy Action Shooting, does not allow jacketed ammo in the competitions. Check your owners manual to be sure. Thanks for watching!

  • @blank557
    @blank557 11 місяців тому +3

    I had a Rossi.38/357 lever action, and when it worked, it was great. But I would have constant feed issues with either caliber, locking up the action. I tried every brand and kind of bullet, even experimented with reloads with different OAL, and still would jam. I took out the action many times, cleaned it, polished it, and while it did make the action slicker, jamming still happened. I really liked the rifle, but I could not deal with frequent jamming, and sold it. A real shame, because I really wanted a .38/357 lever action as it would be cheap to feed ammo. I'm sure mine was just unluckly, as others have had no issues with theirs. :(

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  11 місяців тому +2

      I had issues with mine in the beginning but a little work to the interrupter and round nose ammo seemed to help.

    • @sethmullins8346
      @sethmullins8346 9 місяців тому +1

      Try another. Mine I got last year has had zero issues of any kind. It’s also more accurate shooting .38 special, for some reason… No feed issues at all though.

  • @RS-rn4ox
    @RS-rn4ox 7 місяців тому

    And that no fire condition due to the safety is why so many remove them.
    I have one for the older Interarms imports and it likes to be racked vigorously, no soft/slow stroking.
    Love the piston ear plugs lol.

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  7 місяців тому

      Yeah, it can be both embarrassing and annoying! I think most lever action rifles like it a little rough.
      Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching!

    • @mickp1978
      @mickp1978 6 місяців тому

      It’s good when unloading as you have to rack and chamber all the unused rounds out so makes that task all the more safer

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  6 місяців тому +1

      You are absolutely correct!@@mickp1978

  • @riflemaster1
    @riflemaster1 11 місяців тому

    Liked the video l'm more partial to the 30-30 & 45-70gov in lever action

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  11 місяців тому +1

      Although those are excellent rounds, i got the R92 for Cowboy Action Shooting, and neither of those calibers are allowed.Thanks for watching!

  • @scvandy3129
    @scvandy3129 2 місяці тому

    Helpful info on the type / shape .38 Special lead bullet used to alleviate loading hiccups.
    12:40 - 12:43 " . . . you can get it in .44 . . . "
    As in .44 Special, .44-40 or .44 Magnum -- or all three chamberings?
    When you mentioned, paraphrasing, 'really high front sight,' I thought that might be taken as a criticism -- meaning you were going to add an observation on filing it down or adjusting the rear sight to accommodate your desired point of impact.
    Congrats on your purchase and your optimism of years and years of service. THAT is always reassuring.

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  2 місяці тому

      It's chambered in .44Magnum, which will handle .44 special, but not .44-40. The .44-40 is a tapered round and the .44 special is pretty much a .44 magnum short. I'm going to leave the front sight just as it is. I don't think it needs any modifications at all. Thanks for watching!

  • @jlbksinger
    @jlbksinger 11 місяців тому

    Great video Richard, the .454 Casull will chamber the .45 Colt, but the .454 is longer than .45 Colt, so it should not fit the .45 R92. They have gone way up in price. I paid less than 500 for my R92 in Casull. Not stainless though.

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  11 місяців тому

      You know what? I knew that! Duh. That's why it works the other way around. I have the occasional brain fart, and this time I caught it on film! Lol. Thanks for the correction and thanks for watching James!

  • @thegunnut221
    @thegunnut221 8 місяців тому

    Nice shooting! What range were your targets at?

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  8 місяців тому

      The silhouette target is at 7 yds and the steel target is at 10 yds. Thanks for watching!

  • @tkarlmann
    @tkarlmann 3 місяці тому

    I have some more info for you on the R92. (Well, this is what Rossi told me.) They did not stop production of the R92; but it was, for reasons unknown, not placed into their "high volume" production line. I got one in SS 20" bbl during this time; and it seems to be just fine. Perhaps they keep their best rifle-maker(s) busy on his or their own "Low volume" production line.

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  3 місяці тому +1

      Maybe! I'm sure production must have gotten real slow, I know they were hard to find for a while!

  • @Desperado3248
    @Desperado3248 11 місяців тому +2

    The safety is not needed, but it is helpful for safe unloading of live ammo

  • @Squib1911
    @Squib1911 11 місяців тому

    .454 Casull would be a cool round to shoot through a Leeever action rifle. Definitely not as affordable/ available as .38 Special.
    Good shootin' with fogged up safety glasses.

  • @s.d.bobplissken5674
    @s.d.bobplissken5674 11 місяців тому

    Had one some years back. Wish it worked right off the bat but it had some issue where working the lever the loading gate would pop out and jam up the rifle. That with the front sight just falling out with little to no effort left me with a poor impression of rossi quality control. Granted could have probably sent it back for warranty or a gunsmith fix it up. But it was a brand new gun.

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  11 місяців тому +1

      I really hate when I hear stories like this about a brand new gun. I like hearing..." After 20k rounds, it finally......." Thanks for watching!

  • @davidbradley9366
    @davidbradley9366 11 місяців тому

    I have the same exact Rossi R92. Do you plan on making a leather scabbard for it?

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  11 місяців тому

      I do plan on making one at some point, but probably not for the R92. I may do the Quigley one for the 1874 Sharps though. Thanks for watching!

  • @beausandland
    @beausandland 5 місяців тому

    They offer both 357 and 44 mag in the 24” barrel

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  5 місяців тому

      Yes they do. Drop down to the 20" and you can get it in 30-30 and 454 Casull!

  • @curtislong1987
    @curtislong1987 2 дні тому

    Nothing but regrets, so far with mine. Back with Rossi, as it would not feed anything reliably.

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  2 дні тому

      I've heard a few other complaints about the newer ones. Have you tried "round nose" ammo? That was the problem with mine.

  • @ditto1958
    @ditto1958 11 місяців тому +1

    .45 Colt is fun to shoot, but .38 special is cheap to load. And… an excellent demonstration of why lever guns should not have safeties.

  • @PintoSixty
    @PintoSixty 4 місяці тому

    Dick, I just inspected my new R92, same model as yours, and I noticed that the head slot of the screw holding in the buttplate was scored/chewed up as if by a heavy screwdriver or power tool. Also, there were fingerprints and tiny scratches in the stainless, like you would get after months of use. Also, there was a 2" zigzag-type scratch in the steel near the feed. Is this normal, something that can occur right out of the factory that I have to live with? I fear that I was sent a refurbished gun. Also, it seems to be rather difficult to aim with the sight over the hammer. Is this normal as well?

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  4 місяці тому +1

      Not sure what you mean about aiming over the hammer. If you mean with the hammer down, yes, it's a little harder to see because the hammer will be in the way a bit. The scratches and chewed up screw don't sound good. A few minor scratches in the brushed stainless steel may be normal, I have put a couple in mine with ease. But the chewed up screw sounds like somebody slipped.

  • @7thsignthenorthcoast146
    @7thsignthenorthcoast146 11 місяців тому

    Loving that Betsy Ross flag on the back corner

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  11 місяців тому

      Me too! I have a couple different flags for different time periods, I just keep forgetting to swap them out when I do the videos! Thanks for watching!

  • @SoleSam23
    @SoleSam23 Місяць тому

    Will the rossi r92 shoot .38 s&w or only .38 special?

  • @demonrathunter
    @demonrathunter 8 місяців тому

    Henry makes the Mares Leg

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  8 місяців тому

      Yes they do. I tend to like the Rossi version myself. Thanks for watching!

  • @dennistate5953
    @dennistate5953 11 місяців тому +1

    Were head shots starting to keyhole?❤

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  11 місяців тому +1

      I don't think so, the round none ammo doesn't make very nice holes in paper. Thanks for watching!

    • @dennistate5953
      @dennistate5953 11 місяців тому +2

      @@SmallCaliberArmsReview good show, good fun, good gun. My go to but no longer daily is Rossi 971 - smith 686 knock off 6" full underlug smooth cyl stainless. Love to get it together w lever spouse!

  • @beltfedTODDRULZ
    @beltfedTODDRULZ 11 місяців тому

    I have a stainless Rossi 454 Casull and I'm positive that 410 shot shells would be a bad idea in that rifle.

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  11 місяців тому

      You are probably correct. I'm not too sure they would even cycle correctly in the action. Thanks for watching!

  • @vintagetintrader1062
    @vintagetintrader1062 3 місяці тому

    Some of the old R92 had a way better magazine tube design. My 1990 or so 38/357 had a removable magazine tube with tube loader like on a lot of 22 lever action.
    Also the tube retainer cams into the barrel bottom under the muzzle so recoil cannot dislodge the magazine.
    The 454 and 44 magnum needs something like that to stop the magazine tube pulling out of the stock.

  • @JohnHuntt
    @JohnHuntt 11 місяців тому

    Was surprised to hear the price of the this gun. I have to admit the Henry would be my choice for a little more. JH

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  11 місяців тому

      Henry makes a great gun, but there's nothing wrong with Rossi. Thanks for watching!

    • @camcom76
      @camcom76 11 місяців тому

      Not a little. Two to Three hundred more these days.

  • @1yehny
    @1yehny 9 місяців тому

    You can put a ghost ring in lieu of the safety. Get a tall front sight and the guns accurate to 200 yd w .357.

  • @garyhopkinssr8561
    @garyhopkinssr8561 7 місяців тому

    How accurate is it I'd like to know that

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  7 місяців тому

      I never did a video on it, but I did sight it in at 100yds with 357 mag back when I bought it a few years ago. I planned on using it for deer hunting in Ohio. I guess it wouldn't hurt to do a video on its accuracy at say, 50yds or so. A hundred yards is a little far for precision with open sights. (for me anyway) Thanks for watching!

  • @panzerabwerkanone
    @panzerabwerkanone 10 місяців тому

    Were a very large sombrero and you can catch your empty brass!

  • @iclutchrooftops5524
    @iclutchrooftops5524 9 місяців тому

    you might need motor oil and steel wool to clear up that stickiness on your lever

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  9 місяців тому

      I'm thinking a different spring and a lot of use might do the trick. Thanks for watching!

    • @iclutchrooftops5524
      @iclutchrooftops5524 9 місяців тому +1

      @@SmallCaliberArmsReview I usually remove material from the moving parts, then polish it up, and then soak in motor oil

  • @user-sq9dv7ru7v
    @user-sq9dv7ru7v 13 днів тому

    Rossi 92s would be sweet if they kept the crisp lines of the Winchester 92 frame. As it is, the Rossi is lacking.

  • @stp9765
    @stp9765 9 місяців тому

    In shooting.357 did you notice the casing bulge?

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  9 місяців тому

      I did not. Case bulge can be a sign of an out of spec chamber. Thanks for watching!

    • @stp9765
      @stp9765 9 місяців тому

      @@SmallCaliberArmsReview ive had a gunsmith look at it and i called Rossi and they said. With the .357 bullet it will bulge the casing. But on the .38 Special, it will not. Rossi said it's normal

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  9 місяців тому

      Interesting. I get that .357 has a higher pressure, but the chamber should keep it from bulging excessively.

    • @stp9765
      @stp9765 9 місяців тому +1

      I thought so too. But Rossi said it's normal

  • @kyvn1500
    @kyvn1500 6 місяців тому

    Has anyone experienced chamber buildup when shooting .38 special polymer coated ammo. The buildup would not allow a .357 to completely seat into the chamber. I am wondering if the same problem will occur with lead or jacketed ammo. It was very difficult to clean the chamber. Soaked it with Hopps Nitro Solvent ( 1 hour ) then soaked in Pro-Shot 1-step CLP ( 3 hours ). I used an oversized brass brush and drill to swab the chamber and slowly removed the buildup so a .357 would chamber. Does anybody know of a tool such as a brass reamer designed to clean out the buildup so I can feel comfortable shooting .38 special again.

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  6 місяців тому

      That sounds like a lot of buildup, how many rounds was it?

    • @kyvn1500
      @kyvn1500 6 місяців тому

      Not sure I shoot it off and on over time. It could be between 300 and 500 just guessing.

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  6 місяців тому

      The same thing happens when you shoot .22 shorts in a rifle chambered in .22lr. It's usually powder residue built up at the end of the shorter case. There's really nothing you can do to prevent it, I think you can make it a little easier to clean up if you brush the chamber at shorter intervals. Say after every 25-50 rounds, it's a pain but it should make clean-up a little easier.

    • @kyvn1500
      @kyvn1500 6 місяців тому

      Thanks I had never encountered that before with any other rifle. I will have to stay on top of it from now on. This is my 2nd Rossie r92 lesson, the first was aluminum casings. Thanks Again.@@SmallCaliberArmsReview

  • @jeremiahbeck3292
    @jeremiahbeck3292 11 місяців тому

    Hey Richard are you going to make another holster making video?

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  11 місяців тому

      Yes, I will. I like to wait until the weather is not so good, I have a lot of outdoor stuff to take care of.

  • @ohgary
    @ohgary 11 місяців тому

    So…are you satisfied with the rifle’s appearance?😊

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  11 місяців тому

      Yeah, I think so. I haven't tried to change it, so I must be okay with it. Thanks for watching!

  • @skeets6060
    @skeets6060 5 місяців тому

    Price ?

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  5 місяців тому

      That depends on your local gun store, but I paid $700 for mine several years ago. I'm sure the price has jumped a little since then.

  • @docholiday1661
    @docholiday1661 3 місяці тому

    I thought only flat points in lever action.

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  3 місяці тому

      Although it makes sense to use flat points to minimize a chain fire in the tube, the Hornady LEVERevolution ammo is not flat point. It does have a "soft point" for safely absorbing shock in tubular magazines. Thanks for watching!

  • @montyherren26
    @montyherren26 7 місяців тому

    Something wrong with the action on that rifle . I had a rossi 92 in 357 30 years ago action was smooth as butter.

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  7 місяців тому

      Probably just needs a little more breaking in. Thanks for watching!

    • @montyherren26
      @montyherren26 7 місяців тому

      @SmallCaliberArmsReview I hope it smooths up for you . I know I miss mine i should have never sold it.

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  7 місяців тому

      Yeah, I don't like the idea of selling any of them. @@montyherren26

  • @erichall7253
    @erichall7253 11 місяців тому

    90% of the guys on these videos don’t know how to load a lever action. You obviously do. If your’re a ten on loading, I’m a seven. I have five lever actions: the new Ruger Marlin 30-30, 45-70, Winchester 1873, 24” barrel, 14 rounds 357/38 and two Rossi’s, the 24” version of yours (I like the mag capacity, exempt from CA gun laws.) and the 16.5 Rossi with 8 rounds, large loop.

  • @kostasspilios8837
    @kostasspilios8837 6 днів тому

    5.30 λεπτά πολλά λόγια για παρουσίαση όπλου χωρίς επίδειξη, δεν μπορώ να καταλάβω τι προλογίζετε τόση ώρα !

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  6 днів тому

      Οι εκθέσεις όπλων είναι εκδηλώσεις όπου οι έμποροι και τα άτομα μπορούν να συγκεντρωθούν για να αγοράσουν και να πουλήσουν καινούργια και μεταχειρισμένα πυροβόλα όπλα.

  • @REB-forever
    @REB-forever 11 місяців тому

    I was under the impression that cowboy action was supposed to be authentic in dress and firearms?

    • @SmallCaliberArmsReview
      @SmallCaliberArmsReview  11 місяців тому +1

      I was in the "B-Western" category, it allows you to dress more Hollywood and less Historically accurate. Thanks for watching!

    • @abee.s.corpus2455
      @abee.s.corpus2455 11 місяців тому +1

      It’s a matter of degree. NCOWS (a smaller organization than SASS) places more emphasis on authenticity. SASS rules allow a broader range of gear.
      If we were sticklers for authentic gear we would not allow any firearms in .38 Special, nor any rifles in .45 Colt (a late 20th Century offering). Your 1860 Henry or Winchester 1866 would have to be chambered in .44 Rimfire (no ammo produced for over a century). You would have a historically accurate organization with no shooters.

  • @wolodimirmichailowitsch4356
    @wolodimirmichailowitsch4356 6 місяців тому

    The fit of your waistcoat is terrible, look around for a good tailor!😢

  • @suasponte6230
    @suasponte6230 3 місяці тому

    That safety looks cheap and amateurish. No thanks, It's a deal breaker.

  • @1yehny
    @1yehny 9 місяців тому

    You can put a ghost ring in lieu of the safety. Get a tall front sight and the guns accurate to 200 yd w .357.