Fun little rifle, great for plinking and target shooting.

Purchased this from Buds many years ago. When I got it, the action was a bit gritty feeling. I removed the buttstock, disassembled the rifle, then sprayed all internal surfaces with brake cleaner and let it drain into a bucket overnight. I could not believe that there could be that much grit left in a rifle leaving the factory. Next day sprayed internals and removed parts with CLP and let that drain overnight. Next day reassembled the rifle and could not believe how nice it felt to operate the lever. Took it to the range and had a great time with 357 mags and 38 specials. I later removed the buckhorn sight and installed a peep sight and it was much easier for me to use. To this day this rifle is always ready for action if needed and I would depend on it anytime.

I wish I could find 5 more of these to buy. Pound for pound, this is the best buy for the buck. As usual, Bud's came through just like they always do, efficient and reliable.

This is one of my FAVORITE rifles to shoot (and I have a LOT, trust me). Something about a short, lever action carbine in 357/38sp that puts a smile on your face. Pretty damn accurate out to 50-75 yards with iron sites. The action and feed tube is a bit rough at first, but has loosened up over time and when shooting, this is the kids (10-14 y/o's) preferred weapon to shoot besides the 22lr's.

I'm thrilled with this Rossi. The wood grain is much nicer than I expected. The metal-to-wood fit is decent. The action is better than I was hoping for: really smooth and easy right up to the final quarter inch when closing, and then it is a little scratchy, but I'm sure that will wear in. I'm probably going to take it apart and take some 1000 grit sandpaper to some spots to smooth it out. The trigger feels better than some Marlins I've tried. The stainless steel looks better in person than in pictures. It feeds 357 Mag and 38 SPL equally well. The loading gate and magazine spring are painfully stiff, so I'm going to work on that. Most people shorten the mag spring to make loading easier, and I see why. Shouldn't be hard though. All in all, this gun feels amazing in my hands. Short and agile, yet heavy and authoritative. The 357 uses the same barrel as the 44, so the smaller bore gives you a barrel that feels solid. The 20" might feel too heavy, and I'm glad I stuck with the 16". No regrets. This thing rocks.

Overall, it's a nice rifle. Like everything, you get what you pay for. This is a working rifle, not an heirloom. The fit is good but the finish has some issues. The metal components look acceptable, just a few work marks. The wood finish isn't great and wears off on your hands. The biggest issue on my rifle is the lack of detail at the factory finishing table. The worker staining the stock dripped extra stain on the wood and simply smeared it off with a finger. It left a poor looking dark stain streak that takes away from the overall appearance. The action closes a bit rough but is softening with use. Size and weight are good for a pack rifle.

love the rossi, action very smooth,feeds and ejects perfectly.. I just want to tell you that this was my first transaction with buds , and am I impressed, ordered gun on Monday received gun at ffl dealer on Tuesday and picked up. wow... got the best price from you guys, way cheaper than at the gun show, free shipping ,, this was the best and eastiest transaction I have ever had. even your preferred ffl dealer was a pleasure to deal with..keep up the great work guys and gals, you'll be hearing from me again.. also been telling all my other gun buddies about ya,,,, you have sure earned my business.. thanks brad

From the time I ordered this gun until it was in my hands was less than 48 hours, it was unreal how fast they were, I havent shot it yet but, the gun had no scratches the wood was perfect, very well made, I cant wait to shoot it beuitiful gun. I would recommend buds and I will buy from them again.

This rossi 357 lever gun is very well made. I looked it over and its fit and finish are excellent. the stainless is well finished the rifling is clean and the wood is very nice and smooth. the acuation of the lever seemed smooth and everything seems tight. ROSSI has really improved their product and for the price its the best out there.

Rifle has a smooth action and nice trigger. The wood finish on the forearm is rough and needs to be re-finished. The rear sight could be better but I didn't have problems hit what I was aiming at. I shot .38 specials and .357 magnums through it. Both feed and fuction fine; however, the last .38 special round in the tube doesn't clear the rifle completely everytime when the lever is cycled. Overall the gun is above average and good value at the price Buds officers it at.