Rossi Model 92 357 Mag/38 Special Carbine

Overview

The Rossi Model 92 357 Mag/38 Special Carbine represents a modern interpretation of the classic Winchester 1892 lever-action design, chambered for the versatile .357 Magnum and .38 Special cartridges. Built on a forged steel receiver with a polished blue finish, this carbine offers a 20-inch barrel and a tubular magazine capacity of 10 rounds in .357 Magnum or 11 rounds in .38 Special. The action cycles both cartridge types interchangeably, providing shooters with a single platform for plinking, hunting, and defensive applications. With an overall length of 37 inches and a weight of 5.5 pounds, the Rossi Model 92 delivers a balanced, fast-handling profile suited for brush and close-quarters use.

Features and Specs

The Rossi Model 92 357 Mag/38 Special Carbine is engineered with precision-machined components and a smooth, short-throw lever action. The carbine features a round barrel with a 1:30 twist rate, optimized for both .38 Special target loads and full-power .357 Magnum hunting rounds. The crescent buttplate and straight-grip stock are crafted from hardwood with a satin oil finish, while the buckhorn rear sight and bead front sight provide a classic sight picture.

• Caliber: .357 Magnum / .38 Special +P (interchangeable cycling)
• Barrel length: 20 inches, cold hammer-forged steel with 1:30 RH twist
• Overall length: 37 inches; weight: 5.5 pounds unloaded
• Magazine: tubular, 10-round capacity (.357 Mag) / 11-round (.38 Special)
• Receiver: forged steel, matte blue finish; action: lever-operated, short-throw
• Sights: buckhorn rear (elevation adjustable), brass bead front; receiver drilled and tapped for scope mount
• Stock: hardwood, straight grip, satin oil finish; length of pull: 13.5 inches
• Safety: hammer block cross-bolt safety; includes manual safety lever

Who It’s For

The Rossi Model 92 357 Mag/38 Special Carbine is designed for shooters who require a lightweight, fast-handling lever gun that can transition between low-recoil training and high-power field use. It suits the following user profiles:

• Hunters seeking a compact carbine for deer, hog, or varmint control within 100-150 yards, using .357 Magnum soft-point ammunition
• Competition shooters in cowboy action or lever-action rifle classes who value smooth cycling and interchangeable caliber use
• Home defenders who prefer a manual-action rifle with a tubular magazine and manageable recoil, compatible with .38 Special for practice
• Collectors and enthusiasts adding a modernized lever-action to a collection, with aftermarket support for optics and stock upgrades

This carbine is not recommended for long-range precision shooting due to its open sights and standard barrel profile. It excels in scenarios where rapid target acquisition and ammunition flexibility are priorities.

• Weight and balance: 5.5 pounds with a 37-inch overall length, ideal for carrying in dense cover or vehicle storage
• Interchangeable caliber: cycles .38 Special for reduced recoil training and .357 Magnum for hunting or defensive loads without adjustment
• Aftermarket compatibility: receiver drilled and tapped for rail mounts; stocks and forends available from major manufacturers

Shipping and FFL

This Rossi Model 92 357 Mag/38 Special Carbine will ship to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder in your state. Before placing an order, confirm that your local FFL dealer accepts transfers and can receive long guns. We ship via UPS Ground or FedEx, with signature required upon delivery. All federal, state, and local laws apply. The buyer is responsible for verifying compliance with their jurisdiction’s regulations, including any waiting periods or magazine capacity restrictions. The firearm will be shipped with the action locked, a trigger lock installed, and in a factory box. No returns or cancellations are accepted once the item has been transferred to the carrier. Contact our compliance team if you need a copy of our FFL or have specific shipping questions.