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Rossi .357 Magnum

by Hank Graham
(Columbus, Ohio)

Rossi .357 Magnum

In a world of polymer framed auto loaders, I guess I'm sort of a throwback. Of the several handguns I own, both revolver and autos, my caliber for daily carry is the tried and true .357, and the weapon I choose to carry is a Rossi model 462 .357 magnum (2", 6-shot SS snubbie), which I have affectionately named "Marvin".

Now I can hear all of the groaning from The Rossi "bashers", but I have carried this gun for the last 4 years or so and have fired approximately 1000 rounds of various loads (including .38 special, .38 special+p, and full house .357 magnum without a single breakage or malfunction. I have heard a number of complaints concerning the quality of Rossi firearms, but this gun has served me faithfully, and it is not babied.

The Rossi .357 magnum goes with me everywhere - fishing, hunting, camping, on my motorcycle and has seen its share of rain, mud and taking a dip when I fell in the water during a fishing trip. With just a routine cleaning and lube, it's always ready for more, and the finish is as good as it was the day I bought it.

I'm not concerned about lack of fire power as I always carry two reloads and with plenty of practice, I can reload almost as quickly as the average guy with an auto loader. I put as much faith in this gun as any S&W or Ruger owner does.

The Rossi .357 magnum revolver is carried either in my Don Hume belt slide or a Galco paddle holster. It's a combination that has served me well. The snubbie is easy to conceal and allows me to carry a "full power" weapon with no problem. On occasion and when my mode of dress dictates, I carry it in a an Uncle Mikes ankle holster. For me, it's truly an all around gun.

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Jan 15, 2012
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Cylinder binds up?? NEW
by: Steven V.

Just bought the Rossi .357 revolver (971 model) 2 days ago. I havn't fired a single round as of today but the cylinder seems binds up ocassionally when cocking the hammer. Only second revolver I have ever owned... This thing just need a little oil or what. Any suggestions?

Dec 30, 2011
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Holster for Rossi .357 mag. NEW
by: Mike

I would really like to know the size or model of the Galco or Don Hume holster mentioned by the author of this piece. I have a Rossi R462 six shot 357 mag. I like Fobus brand holsters but am not able to find one that specifically is designed for the Rossi. Is there anyone here that knows of different holsters for the Rossi specifically a belt slide, paddle or pancake?

Dec 20, 2011
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Does not like Hornady Critical Defense .357 loads. NEW
by: Anonymous

I have had mine for about two years now. The first day out, I had the cylinder siege up on me after the first shot. I was shooting the Hornady Critical Defense rounds. I was told that either the primer was not getting along well with this particular weapon, or the ammo was flawed. Either way, I stopped using that brand, and have not had any problems with any other round or manufacturer. Great gun for the money!

Aug 14, 2011
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longer barrel
by: Anonymous

can a longer barrel be had. if so where

Aug 02, 2011
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old glock gen1 for rossi 357, best trade i ever made
by: jay

had my rossi 357 mag ss for a year now, it has never failed me, a bit heavy for my ankle holster so i went with a charter arms 38 for that purpose, but never the less the rossi 357 is my favorite. i carry it in a shoulder holster and can reload it in less then 2 seconds with my quick loader. i however would recommend getting the black finish if you want it for a everyday carry gun, nothing wrong with stainless, i just find myself rubbing it down to keep prints of the frame. i wont buy a gun unless i am 100% in love with it, and i can say im still as attached to mine today as i was the day i traded my old glock 22 for it. note to possible buyers, rossi is made by taurus and since taurus has proven their dependability, expect no less from rossi

Jun 24, 2011
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Just OK
by: Anonymous

Picked up a Rossi M462 for a decent price, its a nice looking gun, shoots decent groups for fixed sights, but mine has a slight hang up on one cylinder when cocking to single action. Just a rough patch that could be smoothed out with some work. Also the screws are not loctited and after 50 rounds actually fell out of the crane. Luckily found it and reinstalled and loctited my self. Ok gun for the money but a used Smith is probably better.

Apr 22, 2011
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Awesome handgun!
by: Chris

I have the 6 shot Rossi revolver. It is an amazing revolver. Better than my S&w and I have had problems with my ruger. I love this and will never sell it.

Also very nice that it is accurate at even 30 yards.

Awesome revolver for my own protection, I'm not a big guy and the .357 are not that bad.

I recommend it to anyone.

Feb 04, 2011
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Best price and power
by: Snubbielover

Can't beat the Magnum power and the price of a Rossi .357 CCW.

Feb 04, 2011
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Had my Rossi .357(.3"bbl;) for approx 3 months.
by: Mike from Texas

Put several hundred full house rounds through it without a problem. I have several 9mms, including a compact that I had been using for CCW. The Rossi is slowly becoming my go-to CCW due to it's accuracy, my growing confidence in it's reliability and the proven, powerful .357 loads available for it.

Jan 28, 2011
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My Rossi-Braztech International Experience
by: Anonymous

I bought a used Rossi .357. After firing 200 rounds or so, the cylinder stiffened up. It was removeable from the gun, but fired accurately anyway. A Braztech rep (Miami, Fla.) named Leo assured me this shouldn't happen. Online reports were that Rossi offered lifetime warranty. Well, it means the lifetime of the GUN, not the owner.
Leo managed any communications/mailing needs that arose during our transaction. Leo and two other reps were as informative and as helpful as any I have ever had the pleasure of dealing with. My gun was returned to me three days after Rossi received it, the cylinder repaired and the missing part replaced free of charge.The now well-lubricated gun printed two shots, two times each, into one inch groups at 43 yards, using the factory open sights,a rolled-towel rest, and Hornady 125 grain FTX bullets. The trigger breaks as smoothly, lightly and rapidly as any revolver I have ever tried!

Jan 26, 2011
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rossi 357
by: jack

i bought this revolver 2 weeks ago and love it even tho all the bashing of rossi i couldnt pass up the lifetime warranty

May 26, 2010
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It's my hidden claw too
by: MsCevious1

I'm a down to earth, friendly lady and only a very select few people know I carry at all. I have Police officer friends who are impressed with my little Rossi .357 because it is built so well. One officer even decided he wanted one for his own daughter to carry.

Actually mine is easy to conceal, and as trustworthy as they come. I feel so safe with it, that I walk with more confidence and am more apt to look a person right in the eye and back them down with verbal judo and keep my gun safely tucked away the whole time. Just knowing I can always count on it if I need to seems to help me find other methods out of bad situations without having to count on it. I wouldn't trade it for anything.

Jan 28, 2010
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Same here
by: Mark C

I recently got rid of my semi autos in favor of my Ruger SP101 for CCW. You can not bet a good revolver. My next purchase will probably be a Ruger GP100.

Jan 27, 2010
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The Personal Sidearm
by: Stephen Clay McGehee

The "Tried and True" design of a revolver made of steel is comforting, indeed. While my Glock 21 is a very effective gun, it is the J-frame .357 Magnum that gets carried with me at all times.

We have a thread on the Confederate Colonel forum titled "The Personal Sidearm" (http://www.confederatecolonel.com/forums/showthread.php?t=921) that discusses the fact that there is more to choosing a personal sidearm than the usual auto/revolver/caliber/brand debates that are usually seen on gun forums.

You have made a wise choice, sir!

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