Some kind words for a Model 92.

[halfmoonclip]

Shot the Mirochester the other day, and I was reminded (again) just what a nifty little carbine it is. Mine has been whacked to 16" (the shorter version was unobtanium as OEM), and wears a Marbles tang sight. Mine is a .45 Colt, it's light (6lbs), and handy.
Noticed, again, an easy trick. If you want to clear the chamber, but not empty the magazine, shortening the lever stroke will do it. Short stroking the lever will empty the chamber, but not move the shell lifter. So the action can be closed on an empty chamber. Handy at the range, or if you prefer to climb a fence with an empty chamber.
It's not great for bragging groups, but you can hit things. A dangling tie plate at 90 yards isn't hard off your hind legs.
Really love the thing, and just wanted to share.
Moon

 

[NorthBorder]

I've got one of those Mirochesters in a '73 (big Jimmy Stewart fan). Its a really nice rifle with a beautiful stock. I don't shoot it often but it really is a pleasure to shoot. I guess I am gonna have to load up some rounds for it and take it out for a few hours at the range.

 

[351 WINCHESTER]

I've got one of those Mirochesters in a '73 (big Jimmy Stewart fan). Its a really nice rifle with a beautiful stock. I don't shoot it often but it really is a pleasure to shoot. I guess I am gonna have to load up some rounds for it and take it out for a few hours at the range.

I liked Jimmy Stewart too, but he carried a 73.

 

[Speedo66]

My Rossi flavor of ‘92 is also fun to shoot.

Was fortunate to get one that handles all varieties of .357 & .38Spl. very nicely, and is reasonably accurate.

 

[PapaG]

I have had a real Winchester 92 rifle since about 1965. Brother and I bought a shot out38-40 and had it rebarreled to 357. Lots of fun over the years. One of my boys will be getting it before too long.
Often thought of making a carbine out of it.

 

[halfmoonclip]

I've got one of those Mirochesters in a '73 (big Jimmy Stewart fan). Its a really nice rifle with a beautiful stock. I don't shoot it often but it really is a pleasure to shoot. I guess I am gonna have to load up some rounds for it and take it out for a few hours at the range.

Actually, I got one of those, when the '92 Mirochesters weren't to be found. Reputedly, the toggle link of the '73 is preferred by the cowboy action folks, for its smoothness. It is a pound heavier. Back to back, I like the '92.
The '73 remains 20", and it makes an interesting change of pace. Happily, it doesn't have the tang safety of the '92 version. That can simply be ignored, and it doesn't interfere with installing a tang sight.
Moon

 

[halfmoonclip]

My Rossi flavor of ‘92 is also fun to shoot.

Was fortunate to get one that handles all varieties of .357 & .38Spl. very nicely, and is reasonably accurate.

Hard to beat the Rossi for the money...the quality does vary from specimen to specimen...I had one, and some buddies still do. Some are better than others, but it's a nice carbine.
BTW, I drilled/tapped the tang of my Rossi for a sight. Always a terrifying job for an amateur; lots of ways that can go sideways. Migrating drill center, broken drill bit, broken tap....arghhh. Fortunately, I was able to jig it up in my drill press, and all was well.
M

 

[Bazoo]

I'm a big fan of the Winchester 92 in any iteration. I have a Winchester made by Miroku in 44 Magnum. Mines the 24" takedown. I'd certainly take a Rossi, If I could find one in person that passed inspection. What I really want is an old Winchester though. I'd love one in 38 WCF.