Description

Rossi Model 92 357 Mag/38 Special Carbine

The Rossi Model 92 357 Mag/38 Special Carbine represents a faithful modern interpretation of the classic Winchester 1892 lever-action platform, chambered in the versatile .357 Magnum and .38 Special cartridges. This carbine is manufactured by Rossi, a brand with a long-standing reputation for producing robust, field-ready lever-action rifles for the American shooter. Designed for those who demand reliability across multiple shooting disciplines, the rossi model 92 357 mag/38 special carbine combines historical engineering with contemporary manufacturing tolerances, making it a practical choice for both sport and defense.

Overview

Built on a forged steel receiver with a polished blue finish, the Rossi Model 92 offers a 20-inch round barrel that provides a balance between maneuverability and ballistic performance. The carbine cycles .357 Magnum loads with full power and also reliably feeds .38 Special cartridges, giving the shooter flexibility for reduced-recoil practice or higher-velocity hunting rounds. The action features a traditional lever-throw with a short stroke, allowing for rapid follow-up shots without compromising control. The stock is crafted from hardwood with a satin lacquer finish, featuring a straight-grip wrist and a fluted comb for a natural cheek weld. Overall length measures 38.5 inches, with an unloaded weight of approximately 5.5 pounds, making this an exceptionally handy firearm for brush hunting or vehicle carry.

Features & Specs

The rossi model 92 357 mag/38 special carbine is engineered for durability and smooth cycling. Below are the key specifications and features that define this platform.

• Caliber: .357 Magnum / .38 Special +P (SAAMI spec chambers)
• Barrel: 20-inch blued steel, 1:16 twist rate, crowned muzzle
• Capacity: 10-round tubular magazine (full-length under barrel)

Additional mechanical details include a positive safety transfer bar mechanism, a half-cock hammer notch for additional security, and a dovetailed front sight blade paired with an adjustable rear buckhorn sight. The receiver is drilled and tapped for scope mounts, though the open sights are zeroed at 50 yards for .357 Magnum ammunition. The lever action utilizes a two-piece firing pin system with a rebounding hammer, ensuring the hammer does not rest on the firing pin under normal conditions.

• Stock: Hardwood, satin lacquer, fluted comb, straight grip
• Safety: Transfer bar system (manual cross-bolt safety on receiver)
• Finish: Blued steel, polished receiver flats

Barrel length and overall weight are optimized for quick handling. The tubular magazine holds ten rounds of .357 Magnum or eleven rounds of .38 Special, depending on cartridge length. The action cycles both cartridge types interchangeably, though .38 Special may require a slightly more deliberate lever stroke due to shorter case length.

Who It’s For

The Rossi Model 92 357 Mag/38 Special Carbine is suited for the shooter who values a single firearm that serves multiple roles. It is appropriate for ranch and farm use, where a lightweight, reliable carbine for predator control or dispatch work is needed. It also appeals to the lever-action enthusiast who appreciates the historical lineage of the 1892 design but demands a modern safety system and chambering. For handgun hunters who carry a .357 Magnum revolver, this carbine offers ammunition commonality and a longer sight radius for improved accuracy. Additionally, it functions as a competent home-defense carbine for those who prefer a manual action over a semi-automatic platform, provided the user understands the manual of arms. This is not a precision long-range rifle; it is a practical field carbine engineered for use at typical brush-country distances from 25 to 125 yards.

Shipping & FFL

This rossi model 92 357 mag/38 special carbine is a firearm and will ship to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder in your state. Please note the following requirements before placing an order.

• All firearm shipments require an adult signature at delivery.
• You must select a receiving FFL dealer prior to checkout and provide their license information.
• It is the buyer’s responsibility to confirm that the receiving FFL will accept transfer of this long gun.

Standard shipping rates apply to all 48 contiguous states. Orders to Alaska, Hawaii, or U.S. territories require additional verification and may incur higher shipping fees. Once the firearm is received by your chosen FFL, you will complete a Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) Form 4473 and any applicable state-specific background check. We do not ship to P.O. boxes. No returns are accepted on firearms after they have been transferred by an FFL, so please inspect the rossi model 92 357 mag/38 special carbine at your dealer before acceptance. Compliance with all local, state, and federal laws is the sole responsibility of the purchaser.