I have a Rossi in my sights(lol) anybody have any input on this wheel gun? Serial # comes up 1990 S/S 4" barrel. Looks to be clean from photo's.

In general Rossi opinions would be low, as the price should be.

I’ll say it depends on the price, then intended use. If the price was right, I’d gladly buy a High-Point.

https://www.guns.com/news/review/rossi-357-magnum



In general, guns last longer with fewer rounds fired. Also, 38 spcl is easier on a gun than max 357 mag loads. A ‘safe queen’ about never has a problem. This brings us back to intended use.

Thanks Sour, It's a 38 and I did some research about them myself, seem to be an ok revolver and price is good. Was just wondering if anyone had any good/bad experiences with them?

I imagine it will go bang when you pull the heavy trigger. But why ? Buds has Ruger security six trade ins for 450$. In 357. Or if you want a Smith get a smith, not a knock off smith. The price needs to be next to free.

Not particularly well made or durable revolvers in my experience. And pretty much no aftermarket parts or factory warranty service. Admittedly my experience with them was 40 years ago. When I bought one, a new Rossi cost about the same as a well used cop trade-in S&W, and wasn’t half as good.

If you want a revolver to use regularly I’d avoid Rossi.