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I didn't find it either... and a 24" octagon barreled one would be the next thing I bought!Rusty wrote:...but no .32-20.
I didn't check every one, maybe I missed it.
+1J Miller wrote:Steve,
To convert that from a .357 to a 32-20 did you rebarrel it, or reline it?
Joe
Me too. Loose that "safety". The safety is between one's ears. I hope someone is listening. 1886.J Miller wrote:Looks like they still have the safety gizmo on the bolt. Kind of spoils it for
me.
Joe (1 0f 9050)
Tycer wrote:+1J Miller wrote:Steve,
To convert that from a .357 to a 32-20 did you rebarrel it, or reline it?
Joe
+1BlaineG wrote:I still want a trapper length .357
J Miller wrote:The gizmo on the bolt can be replaced quickly, that's true. But it is a visual irritant that I'd rather just not look at.
~AND~ these new Rossis have the Taurus key lock system too. Read that in the quote on page two of this thread I think. THAT is the deal breaker as I will not own a gun with a key lock.
1886,
I'd love to have an original 92, but I've never seen on in good shooting condition that was priced for a normal working man to buy it. I guess I got into the shooting game too late.
Not only that, but I'm quite fond of shooting the .45 Colt from my lever guns. So since Winchester never made an original 92 in .45 Colt I'm limited to the replicas.
Joe
I ordered a 16" Rossi 92, .357 from Bud's right after Taurus took over. Mine is stamped "Made in Brazil-By Taurus" under the lever, "Rossi Model 92" on the barrel, and "Braziltech Int'l LLC, Miami, Fl-USA" on the tang.Meeteetse wrote:Some really nice looking 92's. I guess the only question I have is the overall quality of the Rossi. I'll admit that I really don't know anything about them. I just looked at one today (.357 Trapper) and on the surface it looks great, but what does it take to make them shoot? Are they reliable right out of the box? I'm looking for a good camp gun and this looks like a possibility, but I don't know how it compares to a Marlin. I don't want to put more money into the gun just to make it reliable.
What can you guys tell me?
No key lock on the Rossi/Taurus I bought from Bud's a few months ago. It does have the stupid little lever safety on top of the bolt, but no key lock.J Miller wrote:
~AND~ these new Rossis have the Taurus key lock system too. Read that in the quote on page two of this thread I think. THAT is the deal breaker as I will not own a gun with a key lock.
I don't like them in general, but with ALL of the safeties/locks and so forth, my opinion also depends on how they are made, and how (if desired) they could be defeated.J Miller wrote:...these new Rossis have the Taurus key lock system too. Read that in the quote on page two of this thread I think. THAT is the deal breaker as I will not own a gun with a key lock.
The "ring" is available on most all the carbine models. Given that's just a picture... maybe it's removeable? And hey... IMNSHO, if yer gonna put a scope on a Mdl 92... yer ain't gonna add "ugly" by that thing!CJM wrote:But why this?
I can understand that you need a higher comb if you want a scope, but why not change the stock, instead of adding that ugly piece of?
And why the saddle ring,; which looks to only be available on the "scoped" models?
If you read my question correctly, I was asking others to comment on the quality because I know nothing about them. Otherwise, thanks for your comments.Pete44ru wrote:[ I guess the only question I have is the overall quality of the Rossi.]
[I'll admit that I really don't know anything about them.]
Then, Why would you automatically question the quality of something you admittedly know knothing about ?.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------66GTO wrote:I ordered a 16" Rosso 92, .357 from Bud's right after Taurus took over. Mine is stamped "Made in Brazil-By Taurus" under the lever, "Rossi Model 92" on the barrel, and "Braziltech Int'l LLC, Miami, Fl-USA" on the tang.Meeteetse wrote:Some really nice looking 92's. I guess the only question I have is the overall quality of the Rossi. I'll admit that I really don't know anything about them. I just looked at one today (.357 Trapper) and on the surface it looks great, but what does it take to make them shoot? Are they reliable right out of the box? I'm looking for a good camp gun and this looks like a possibility, but I don't know how it compares to a Marlin. I don't want to put more money into the gun just to make it reliable.
What can you guys tell me?
As far as reliability, build quality, and accuracy, I give in an A in all three areas. Even with my old eyes I can get 1" groups at 50 yds, if I do my part. I did this with the factory sights and with the Skinner peeps I put on it. I can even get tight groups using just the ghost ring with the Skinner sights (the front sight is still stock). This is all using a front rest and rear bag. I don't do as well shooting offhand, but I will say that it is the most accurate lever action I have using iron sights.
The bluing is very deep and shiny, fit and finish is good except for one small area of the stock that is a little proud. It feeds and ejects reliably, as long as I keep the rifle level when chambering a round.
I am very pleased, especially since this was a mail order rifle bought sight unseen. It would be the last rifle I would part with from my modest collection.
The Taurus Security Systemâ is the key lock they put in the hammer.FYI, from the Rossi website, a Rossi news release (in part):
The Legend Returns - The New Rossi R92 Line
MIAMI – The classic lever-action R92 has returned to the Rossi lineup. Modeled after the famous rifle that won the wild west and became a cultural icon, the R92 combines the heritage of old-world design with new innovations and safety features that only Rossi can offer.
The octagon barrelled rifle model comes in these popular calibers: .38/.357 Mag., .44 Mag., .45 Colt and .44-40 Win. and in two barrel lengths – 24-inch and 20-inch.
The rifle also comes in a variety of finish combinations including blue, blue/brass, blue/case hardened and stainless.
All rifle models have an authentic curved buttplate in a finish that matches the receiver of the rifle.
The round barrel delivers shorter, lighter versions of their big brothers with 16-inch and 20-inch carbine models - available in .38/.357, .44 Mag,. .45 Colt, .44-40 Win and .454 Casull.
The R92 round barrel comes in two finish options – blue and stainless.
All round barrel models feature crescent buttplates and an extended front sight.
For brush hunting and wilderness packing, Rossi R92 carbine .454 Casull features optional magazine-tube loading and recoil absorbing butt pad.
MSRP $590.00 - $757.00.
The Rossi revolution of firearm design and manufacture started with the founding of the company in 1889 by Amadeo Rossi.
In 2008, Rossi production was acquired by Forjas Taurus S.A.
Now, as part of Taurus International, Rossi looks forward to providing you with the next generation of great firearms.
The complete line of Rossi firearms features the exclusive Taurus Security Systemâ, which utilizes a key to lock the firearm and offers additional safety for youth.
For more information about Rossi Firearms, a Division of BrazTech International, contact: 16175 Northwest 49th Avenue, Miami, Florida 33014, 1-800-948-8029, or visit http://www.rossiusa.com.
The problem with that safety for the CAS shooters is it gets bumped on and they end up kicking several live rounds out on the clock before they figure out the safety is on.Old Savage wrote:The quality of mine is excellent and in my view the angst over the safety is much ado about nothing. I think I actually like mine.
J Miller wrote:Steve,
Just curious but could you do a tight fit pressed in plug on the blue bolt as well? I know it would need to be reblued but I think it would look better.
Just curious.
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I have read hunting and range horror stories on this and other forums about every one of these lawyer inspired safety gadgets. The cross bolt safeties were prone to accidental and unknown engagements, the Rossi bolt safety is prone to the same thing. These devices are a nightmare. They don't belong to the gun, they were never part of the original design and they cause more trouble than they are worth. They are an answer to a non existent problem.
That is why I will not accept them. I have only one rifle that came so equipped and that was my Marlin 1894 Cowboy. That cross bolt gadget was quickly removed and replaced by the Ludwig kit. It still doesn't look right, but it cannot accidentally get engaged now. It didn't belong.
OK, rant off.
Joe
Pete44ru wrote:
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Alan Wood wrote:Steve,
I don't suppose you have a design in mind for an adjustable version that retains the saftey? Challenging I know but it does solve a couple of problems at once. I have been thinking that one is the best solution to the issues these bolt safties give rise to.
Nate Kiowa Jones wrote:Alan Wood wrote:Steve,
I don't suppose you have a design in mind for an adjustable version that retains the saftey? Challenging I know but it does solve a couple of problems at once. I have been thinking that one is the best solution to the issues these bolt safties give rise to.
Hi Alan,
It's do-able but the problem was making it durable enough to be stuck up there on top the bolt. To retain the safety detent parts and also have a threaded stem you end up with some tiny delicate parts. That's also why I ended up with two different setups.