Description

Rossi R92 357 Magnum Lever-Action Rifle With Octagonal Barrel

The Rossi R92 357 Magnum Lever-Action Rifle with Octagonal Barrel is a meticulously engineered reproduction of the classic Winchester 1892 platform, chambered in the versatile .357 Magnum cartridge. Built by Rossi, a manufacturer with decades of experience in lever-action production, this rifle combines historical aesthetics with modern metallurgy and manufacturing tolerances. The octagonal barrel profile provides additional rigidity and heat dissipation while maintaining the traditional appearance sought by collectors and shooters alike. Chambered for .357 Magnum, this rifle also accepts .38 Special ammunition, offering shooters flexibility in recoil management and cost per round. The action cycles smoothly out of the box, with a forged steel receiver and machined internal components that ensure reliability under sustained use.

Overview

The Rossi R92 357 Magnum Lever-Action Rifle with Octagonal Barrel is designed as a functional lever gun suitable for ranch work, target shooting, and hunting applications within legal cartridge restrictions. The 20-inch octagonal barrel provides a longer sight radius for improved accuracy with iron sights, while the tubular magazine holds up to 10 rounds of .357 Magnum or 12 rounds of .38 Special. The rifle features a blued steel finish with a walnut-finished hardwood stock, maintaining the traditional aesthetic while providing corrosion resistance. The Rossi R92 357 Magnum Lever-Action Rifle with Octagonal Barrel weighs approximately 6.5 pounds, making it easy to carry in the field without sacrificing balance during off-hand shooting. The lever throw is short and positive, allowing rapid follow-up shots without compromising cycling reliability.

Features & Specs

This Rossi R92 357 Magnum Lever-Action Rifle with Octagonal Barrel includes several performance-oriented features that distinguish it from budget lever-action alternatives. The action is designed with a hammer-block safety mechanism and a lever-mounted safety button, providing two independent safety systems. The rear sight is an adjustable buckhorn-style unit, while the front sight is a brass bead post for quick acquisition in varying light conditions. The octagonal barrel is button-rifled with a 1:16 twist rate, optimized for both .357 Magnum and .38 Special bullet weights. The receiver is drilled and tapped for scope mounts, allowing users to add optics without gunsmithing. Sling swivel studs are installed at the factory for convenient carry strap attachment.

• Caliber: .357 Magnum (also accepts .38 Special)
• Barrel: 20-inch octagonal profile, blued steel, button-rifled 1:16 twist
• Action: Lever-action with hammer-block and lever-mounted safety
• Capacity: 10 rounds .357 Magnum / 12 rounds .38 Special
• Sights: Adjustable buckhorn rear, brass bead front post
• Stock: Walnut-finished hardwood with straight grip and fluted comb

Who It’s For

The Rossi R92 357 Magnum Lever-Action Rifle with Octagonal Barrel is suited for shooters who prioritize reliability and traditional handling over modern ergonomic compromises. This rifle appeals to ranch owners requiring a light, fast-handling carbine for predator control or varmint dispatch within 100 yards. Hunters pursuing deer in brushy terrain or using .357 Magnum within state-legal straight-wall cartridge zones will find the Rossi R92 357 Magnum Lever-Action Rifle with Octagonal Barrel meets legal requirements while delivering adequate energy at typical engagement distances. Cowboy action shooters and historical firearms enthusiasts will appreciate the period-correct lines and smooth cycling action. The rifle also serves as an excellent training platform for new shooters due to the mild recoil of .38 Special ammunition and the intuitive manual-of-arms common to lever-action designs.

• Ranch and farm use requiring a light, fast-handling carbine
• Deer hunting in straight-wall cartridge states
• Target shooting and plinking with .38 Special
• Cowboy action shooting and historical collection

Shipping & FFL

This Rossi R92 357 Magnum Lever-Action Rifle with Octagonal Barrel is shipped directly from our warehouse to your chosen Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealer. Upon placing your order, you will receive a confirmation email requesting your selected FFL’s contact information and license copy. We verify all FFLs through the ATF eZ-Check system before processing shipments. Standard shipping charges apply based on destination; expedited shipping is available at additional cost. All rifles are inspected for function and cosmetic condition prior to shipment. Please ensure your local FFL is willing to accept transfers from out-of-state retailers before completing your purchase. It is the buyer’s responsibility to comply with all applicable state and local laws regarding firearm ownership, magazine capacity restrictions, and waiting periods. By purchasing this Rossi R92 357 Magnum Lever-Action Rifle with Octagonal Barrel, you acknowledge that you are the intended recipient and that the firearm will be transferred through a licensed FFL dealer in accordance with all federal regulations.

• Shipment is to a licensed FFL dealer only
• Provide FFL contact information at checkout
• All applicable federal and state laws apply
• No returns accepted on firearms after FFL transfer