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Offline hoser1268

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1892 lever in 45 LC
« on: April 09, 2007, 02:51:25 PM »
Hi,

I'm interested in getting a 1892 reproduction in 45 long colt.  I'm new to this so basically I want one that is accurate and is capable of shoot light cowboy and heavy hunting loads for deer. I've been looking at a few different kinds and I'm lost. Any input would be appreciated.

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Re: 1892 lever in 45 LC
« Reply #1 on: April 09, 2007, 03:57:10 PM »
I have a few lever guns and been wanting a 92 also, I have settled on getting a Rossi/Puma 1892 Repro, Have always heard great things about them and they are built stout! they chamber them in 454 Casull I guess the Casull's crack a few stocks but the actions hold up to the pressure just fine. So .45 Colt should last for my kids grandkids ;D
Plus they are real popular with the Cowboy shooting crowd and they put alot of bullets through there gear.
You can get them 16" 18" 20" & 24" I think, Round or Hex Barrels, Blue, CCH or SS.
Here is a good link, check out both pages in the search.

http://www.sportingarms.com/results.asp?mfr_name=29&category_descr=5&subcategory_descr=0&keyword_descr=&max_price=&sale_only=&page_no=1

And if you want one slicked up for you, ready to go!
http://stevesgunz.com/SalesSG.htm
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Re: 1892 lever in 45 LC
« Reply #2 on: April 10, 2007, 04:35:49 PM »
Thanks for the info.  I was looking at the Hartford 92. It looks nice. I just don't know how it will measure up in the accuracy department.  I also heard that Daly was coming out with a 92 Rep.  I want to look into that one also.
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Re: 1892 lever in 45 LC
« Reply #3 on: April 10, 2007, 04:40:08 PM »
I had one of the EMF Hartford 92s with 20" barrel. It was super accurate with loads it liked and entirely adequate with all loads I fed it. Someone on here bought it from me. I like the EMF's best because they don't have that silly little safety on top.
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Re: 1892 lever in 45 LC
« Reply #4 on: April 11, 2007, 11:54:42 AM »
Hoser1268,

I have the Puma model 92 in .454 Casull and it is a good shooter with .45LC loads. It prefers the lighter bullets though. 255grain bullets should do fine though. I would recommend it.

In response to what Salvo said yes the .454 can crack your stock. My forestock cracked from only a couple of shots of full power .454's but it don't matter to me as long as it goes bang and isn't dangerous it is all good. ;D
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Re: 1892 lever in 45 LC
« Reply #5 on: April 12, 2007, 11:38:48 AM »
I looked into the EMF Hartford 92 and found out that they all now have this safety on top of the receiver. I would prefer to get one without it but what are you going to do. I'm probably going to pick one up.  Thanks for the help guys.
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Re: 1892 lever in 45 LC
« Reply #6 on: April 14, 2007, 01:03:10 PM »
I have the Legacy Puma 92 (by Rossi) in .45 Colt, 20" carbine version. I love this gun. Light, accurate, points great. Action is strong enough for Ruger loads. Would be a great hunter. Well made, well built.

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Hi,

I'm interested in getting a 1892 reproduction in 45 long colt.  I'm new to this so basically I want one that is accurate and is capable of shoot light cowboy and heavy hunting loads for deer. I've been looking at a few different kinds and I'm lost. Any input would be appreciated.

Thanks,

Robert...
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Re: 1892 lever in 45 LC
« Reply #7 on: April 27, 2007, 05:34:40 PM »
Hi Hoser1268
  I've been looking at these '92's myself.    And that Puma sure brings up a lot of pro comments.    But then so does the EMF.    Whichever my Dealer can come up with will be fine.     How effective is this gun in .45LC on game?  

   UPDATE:  Saturday 4/28/07;   Went to a Gun  Show this morning at Fort Smith, AR.    Walked right up on a ROSSI Puma 92, 20" round barrel, with the little 'Safety' on top of the receiver.    Only drawback was that it is a  .38 - .357 caliber.   As bad as I wanted a .45 caliber, I couldn't walk away from it.   So, I brought it home with me.   I've got all the reloading necessities for it.   But even with all of that, I still have that craving for a  45.   hmmm!
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Re: 1892 lever in 45 LC
« Reply #8 on: April 28, 2007, 02:53:41 PM »
FourBee,

As I said before congrats on the new gun! I will tell you there is nothing wrong with getting the .357 and the .45 colt. They each have their spots in hunting and have different purposes and uses. I have levers in .357, .45 colt, and a .454 Casull so I am ready for just about anything in North America. I would recommend a .45 colt though it is fun to shoot and to reload for. Have fun shooting. ;D

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Re: 1892 lever in 45 LC
« Reply #9 on: April 29, 2007, 05:59:50 AM »
hey i own both myself 357 and 45colt in a hartford model , just plain like'm the 357 is a little ill say stiffer then my 45? i figure it will loosin up in time, ive shot maybe 1000 thru both of them overthe past couple years,  but they do shoot where yu point them thats for sure !! enjoy your new toy and keep lookin for a 45!! ::) :o ;D
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Re: 1892 lever in 45 LC
« Reply #10 on: April 30, 2007, 06:52:23 PM »
Shaner, You and Navylawdog  seem to have done a lot of shooting with your levers.   Is it necessary to break down a lever to clean it?  I know a thorough cleaning would call for it, but it looks like it could swarm on an amateur like me, and I'm not ready to tackle it until I get used to how it works.   I'm kinda slow I guess.  I don't like jumping right in with both feet.  I'd rather think it out and study it some first, and then make a mess of everything. :D
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Re: 1892 lever in 45 LC
« Reply #11 on: May 01, 2007, 12:54:25 AM »
well iam the same way ive never tore mine down , thought about it a few times, no i spray clean mine with gun scubb, and use air compressor to blow it ot and then lube it good with clenzoil,  i use Qtips to swab it out, and  do what i can   with a rag, and my fingers, i turn it upside down an swab the bore out  so it dont fall in the action,  ive been told  that they arent hard to disassemble , but ive never found anyone that says that that say oh hell ill do it for ya hahahah ::) i think yu would have to shoot  a lot of dirty  rounds to  get them  dirty enough notto work , ??? ??? ???
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Re: 1892 lever in 45 LC
« Reply #12 on: May 01, 2007, 03:42:32 PM »
FourBee,

It is not necessary to take apart your lever action for just a general cleaning. If you clean your gun after every time you shoot you might never have to take it apart. Especially if you take precautions to prevent gunk from getting down inside like Shaner was talking about. It isn't that hard but I kind of cheat since I have taken a gunsmithing course and I have a book that tells me how to assemble and disassemble most weapons. So as long as you take care of the gun it should take care of you.  ;D

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Re: 1892 lever in 45 LC
« Reply #13 on: May 10, 2007, 05:51:01 PM »
Now I'm looking at the taylor or the cimmarron 92's. They are a little more money but I like the fact that they don't have the little safty on the top of the receiver. 
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Re: 1892 lever in 45 LC
« Reply #14 on: May 11, 2007, 01:04:41 AM »
well i wouldnt wait to long , way  the lawyer issues go they may have to start puttin them on,
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