Opinions on Rossi 38 snub nose revolver

[Dave6]

I have had my eye on this rossi 38 snub. And I was wondering if anyone had opinions on it.
I have a 357 snub nose right now so I am not sure I will need it but there is a huge sale at the shop and the price is nice.
Wondering if I should snag it while its still on sale and still affordable -

 

[houdini]

buy it

 

[enbloc]

It's better than a rock...

 

[Dave6]

It's better than a rock...

Well now I am sold. But there is a pointed stick that they are offering in the case right next to it. dirt cheap.

 

[GaryO]

The Rossi's i looked at seemed like the cylinder lock up was loose. I have a Ruger Sp101 that shoots like a dream. Have you looked at those?

 

[enbloc]

Rossi's are hit or miss, usually miss. If you like it buy it.
Remember: "Rock beats scissors..."

 

[Archilochus]

I recently "inherited" one of those. Mine is very well made, firm lockup, smooth operation, etc - so I got a "hit" on it .

I like it 'cause it's like a baby brother for my S&W model 66

 

[enbloc]

Some Rossi's aren't bad. May have been a better gunsmith who built/finished it.
Just do your due diligence before slapping down your hard-earned cash...

 

[Dave6]

OK two yes and two no. who is going to break the tie?

 

[426wedge]

Won't your 357 snub shoot .38?

 

[Dave6]

Won't your 357 snub shoot .38?

It will. I know it would be silly. The maine bonus f not the only bonus with this Rossi........I am ashamed to admit this......Its prettier than my 357. Could it possibly be more accurate?

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The Rossi's i looked at seemed like the cylinder lock up was loose. I have a Ruger Sp101 that shoots like a dream. Have you looked at those?

I have. never saw any in my local shops.

 

[the_shootist]

I have a Rossi stainless that functions perfectly. Nice lockup and nice to shoot. If the price point is right grab it. It's not like you're betting the farm here

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Could it possibly be more accurate?

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If you're looking for accuracy from a snub nose you're over thinking it

 

[Palladin]

junk. my sister looked at a Rossi years ago vs a SW...the Rossi locked up on cycle, the shop owner couldn't get the cylinder to open, or the revolver to cycle. That closed the deal on the Smith

 

[CTpatriot]

if it has not been shot much, is tight and is $150 or less.

 

[Cuz]

I would pass on any Rossi Revolver. Don't know what your budget is, but you should be able to find a used Smith or Ruger that fits it, and you will be better off.

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[grey]

Had one. Didnt fire rapid da. Wouldnt recommend one. S&W at least for the warrenty and service

 

[PATRON]

If lock up and timing are ok,and you can pick it up for short money go for it.

 

[scouter-rick]

I carried that same gun for a very long time... I must have gotten a good one. It still looks and shoots well. I moved to a compact semi otherwise would still be carrying it. My experience was very good.

 

[boscru]

looks nice, but limited to .38. i'd pass since you already have a .357

 

[fbirdquik6]

I had one a few years back.I bought it during a divorce sale and it looked very similar to that one. I think it was called a model 88. It was a really nice gun for the money, unfortunately I got an offer I couldn't refuse.

 

[jkelly1229]

Not like it's any of my business or anything but why do you want to accomplish this. Just seems like using a framing hammer to do roofing.

 

[Bt74]

I bought two of them back in the early 80's. The fit, finish and function put the "Bangor Punta" S&Ws being produced at the time , to shame. It's good to see a lot of replies here are actually people that have owned them, rather than the usual clown bashing them because the read something on the Interweb.

 

[omega42]

I have a Rossi .357 snubby. DA the trigger is so heavy it gets in the way of steady aim.