Rossi Interarms Model 92 Puma SRC .44-40 Winchester 20” Lever Action Rifle
SOLD FOR: $1,036.99
LSB#: LSB250902JM047
Make: Rossi / Interarms
Model: Puma, Model 92
Serial Number: N001658
Year of Manufacture: Modern
Caliber: .44-40 Winchester Center Fire (WCF)
Action Type: Lever Action
Markings: The right side of the barrel is marked “MODEL 92 SRC , “MADE IN BRASIL, 44-40 WIN.” and . The left side of the barrel is marked “INTERARMS, ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA”“AMADEO ROSSI S.A.” The bottom of the receiver is marked with the serial number “N001658”
Barrel Length: 20-Inch Round barrel
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a Patridge-style blade pinned to the barrel band. The rear sight is a semi-buckhorn on an elevator ramp sight dovetailed to the barrel.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a two piece hardwood stock with a blued barrel band on the forend. This stock also features a straight grip, and a carbine-style steel buttplate. There is a minor chip on the left side of the forearm near the barrel band. There are scattered minor dings and scratches throughout. There is a leather wrap on the lever. LOP measures 13″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. The stock rates at Very Good to Fine condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: This rifle has an internal tubular magazine.
Type of Finish: Blued.
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9.5/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. The screw heads are sharp. The pins are clean. The markings are clear and legible. The bluing on the barrel and magazine tube are in great shape with only a couple small scuffs, mainly on the receiver. Overall, this rifle rates in Fine to Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions as intended. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Leather wrap on the lever.
Our Assessment: This Rossi Puma 92 is a compact, powerful, and well-executed take on the Winchester 1892 pattern, chambered in the historical .44-40 Winchester cartridge. With a 20” barrel and carbine profile, this lever-action would be at home at any Cowboy Action shooting match. The blued finish is deep and even, showing only minor handling marks with approximately 98% of the metal finish intact. The bore is mirror bright with sharp rifling, earning a 9.5/10 from this writer.
The hardwood stock and forearm are clean and attractive, with only a few minor dings and scratches. and the action cycles smoothly, indicative of the rifle’s excellent mechanical condition.
This is a well-made and rugged lever gun capable of handling plenty of action at the range or for self defense, while still offering the smooth operation and nostalgic charm of the Model 92 design. Whether you’re hunting, hiking, or collecting, this Rossi Puma delivers performance and presence. Please check out our detailed photos for a better understanding of condition, and thank you for bidding! Good luck! –
BF.
