Budget-friendly and handy, the Rossi M92 follows the Winchester 1892 pattern in a carbine with a 20-inch barrel and a ten-round magazine. It is chambered in .357 Magnum and .38 Special, with a black finish.

Rossi has made lever guns for a long time, and the M92 is a straightforward working rifle. The black finish hides scratches that come from daily use, which suits a truck gun or a barn rifle. Ten rounds is plenty for a match or a day of plinking.

The cartridge pairing gives plenty of choice. Light .38 Specials are cheap and gentle, and .357 Magnum loads work for coyotes and hogs at moderate range. If you own a revolver in the same chambering, the rifle shares its ammunition, which is a convenience. Many ranch hands keep the pair together, one on the hip and one behind the truck seat.

Treat it like any lever gun. Keep the action clean and oiled, wipe the barrel after wet days, and check that screws stay snug. The carbine ships to your FFL dealer, and the background check is completed there before you take it home.