About the Rossi M92 Carbine .38/357

Overview

The Rossi M92 carbine .38/357 lever action rifle with 20-inch barrel (cosmetic blemishes) offers a practical entry point into the world of classic lever-action shooting. Chambered in both .38 Special and .357 Magnum, this carbine delivers reliable function and familiar manual of arms derived from the Winchester 1892 design. The 20-inch barrel provides a balanced handling profile suitable for range use, plinking, and general purpose shooting. Cosmetic blemishes on the metal or wood surfaces do not affect mechanical performance or safety. Each unit is fully functional, test-fired at the factory, and covered by Rossi’s standard warranty. The rossi m92 carbine .38/357 lever action rifle with 20-inch barrel (cosmetic blemishes) represents a cost-conscious option for shooters who prioritize function over finish.

Features & Specs

This carbine is built around a forged steel receiver and a tubular magazine with a capacity of 10 rounds in .357 Magnum or 10 rounds in .38 Special. The action cycles both cartridge types interchangeably, allowing shooters to select lower-recoil .38 Special for practice or full-power .357 Magnum for higher velocity. The 20-inch barrel is cold hammer-forged and rifled with a 1:30 twist rate, optimized for bullet weights commonly used in both calibers. Sights consist of a fully adjustable semi-buckhorn rear and a brass bead front post, providing a clear sight picture under varied lighting. The stock and forend are Brazilian hardwood with an oil finish, and the overall length measures 37.5 inches with an unloaded weight of approximately 5.8 pounds.

• Caliber: .357 Magnum / .38 Special (interchangeable cylinder for both)
• Barrel length: 20 inches; overall length: 37.5 inches; weight: 5.8 pounds
• Magazine capacity: 10 rounds (.357 Mag) / 10 rounds (.38 Spl)
• Sights: Adjustable semi-buckhorn rear, brass bead front
• Receiver material: Forged steel; stock material: Brazilian hardwood
• Action type: Lever action; safety: Cross-bolt safety

The rossi m92 carbine .38/357 lever action rifle with 20-inch barrel (cosmetic blemishes) utilizes a proven toggle-link locking system that has been in continuous production since the late 19th century. The trigger pull is factory-set at approximately 5 pounds with minimal creep. The loading gate on the right side of the receiver accepts cartridges individually, and the cartridge guide ensures reliable feeding from the tubular magazine. Extraction and ejection are positive, aided by the rotating bolt head and fixed ejector.