About the Rossi M92 Carbine .38/357

Rossi M92 Carbine .38/357 Lever Action Rifle

Overview

The Rossi M92 Carbine .38/357 lever action rifle is a modern iteration of the classic Winchester 1892 design, engineered for reliability and versatility in the field. Chambered for both .38 Special and .357 Magnum cartridges, this carbine offers shooters a dual-caliber platform that handles everything from economical target practice to hard-hitting defensive loads. Built on a forged steel receiver and fitted with a 16.5-inch barrel, the Rossi M92 carbine .38/357 lever action rifle delivers the action speed and handling that lever gun enthusiasts demand. Whether you are managing varmint populations, working a ranch, or maintaining a practical home defense option, this rifle provides a proven mechanical system with modern manufacturing tolerances.

Features & Specs

The Rossi M92 carbine .38/357 lever action rifle is constructed with a solid steel receiver and a blued steel barrel, ensuring long-term durability under regular use. The tubular magazine holds up to 10 rounds of .38 Special or 9 rounds of .357 Magnum, giving you ample capacity for follow-up shots without reloading. The lever action cycles smoothly, allowing rapid chambering of the next round while maintaining sight alignment. The carbine includes adjustable buckhorn rear sights and a brass bead front sight for quick target acquisition in varying light conditions.

• Forged steel receiver and blued steel barrel with a 1:30-inch twist rate
• 10-round .38 Special / 9-round .357 Magnum tubular magazine capacity
• 16.5-inch barrel with an overall length of 33.5 inches and a weight of 5.1 pounds
• Adjustable buckhorn rear sight and brass bead front sight
• Hardwood stock with a straight grip and blued steel crescent buttplate

Who It’s For

This carbine is designed for shooters who want a single firearm capable of handling both low-recoil training rounds and high-velocity defensive ammunition. The Rossi M92 carbine .38/357 lever action rifle is an excellent choice for ranch hands, property owners, and outdoor enthusiasts who need a compact, maneuverable rifle that stores easily in a truck rack or saddle scabbard. It is also well-suited for hunters pursuing deer-sized game in brushy terrain where shot distances remain inside 100 yards. The dual-caliber capability means you can practice extensively with affordable .38 Special loads and then load .357 Magnum rounds for serious applications, all from the same gun. This rifle appeals to traditionalists who value manual action reliability and to newer shooters looking for an accessible entry into lever action rifles.

• Ranchers and landowners requiring a versatile utility rifle for varmint control and property defense
• Hunters who need a lightweight, fast-handling carbine for thick cover and short-range shots
• Lever action enthusiasts seeking a compact model with dual-caliber flexibility
• Shooters looking for a reliable platform that transitions easily from range practice to field use

Shipping & FFL

All firearm purchases, including the Rossi M92 carbine .38/357 lever action rifle, require shipment to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder for transfer. After you place your order, we will need your selected FFL dealer to email or fax a valid copy of their license to our compliance team. Once received and verified, we ship the rifle within 1-3 business days. You are responsible for confirming that your chosen FFL dealer accepts shipments from out-of-state retailers and for paying any applicable transfer fees directly to the dealer. We do not ship to PO boxes, and all shipments require an adult signature upon delivery. Please check your local and state laws regarding lever action rifle ownership before placing your order.

• Shipment to a licensed FFL dealer only; no direct-to-consumer shipments
• Provide your FFL dealer’s contact information at checkout or email their license to our compliance team
• Adult signature required at delivery; no PO box addresses accepted