WInchester Model 92 .357 Magnum

Published on August 22, 2013
Duration: 22:25

This review covers a unique Winchester Model 1892 rifle, originally manufactured in 1916 and later rebored to .357 Magnum. Hickok45 highlights its John Browning-designed action, comparing it to the Model 1886 and praising its strength and smooth operation. The video demonstrates shooting both .38 Special and .357 Magnum loads, emphasizing the rifle's accuracy and low recoil with lighter rounds, while still handling magnum loads effectively. It also touches on the Model 92's iconic status in Western films.

Quick Summary

The Winchester Model 1892, designed by John Browning, is praised for its strength and smooth action. This specific rifle, made in 1916, was rebored to .357 Magnum, offering excellent accuracy and manageable recoil even with magnum loads.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & Loading the Winchester Model 92
  2. 01:10John Browning's Model 92 Design History
  3. 02:41Model 92 vs. Model 1886 Comparison
  4. 05:38Specifics: 1916 Rifle Rebored to .357 Magnum
  5. 07:56Period-Correct Sidearm: Colt SAA
  6. 08:30Shooting .38 Special Loads
  7. 10:17Model 92 in Pop Culture & 'The Rifleman'
  8. 11:57Shooting .357 Magnum & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Winchester Model 1892 unique in this review?

This specific Winchester Model 1892 was manufactured in 1916 and has been professionally rebored to chamber the .357 Magnum cartridge, offering modern firepower in a classic lever-action design.

How does the Winchester Model 92 perform with .38 Special ammunition?

When fired through the .357 Magnum chambered Model 92, .38 Special rounds exhibit extremely low recoil, making the rifle very pleasant to shoot and demonstrating the action's smooth cycling of shorter cartridges.

Who designed the Winchester Model 1892 rifle?

The Winchester Model 1892 rifle was designed by the legendary firearms inventor John Browning. It was intended as a lighter, simpler, and more reliable successor to the earlier Model 1873.

Is it safe to use pointed bullets in a Winchester Model 92's tubular magazine?

It is generally advised to avoid pointed bullets in tubular magazines like those on the Winchester Model 92. Recoil could cause a pointed bullet to strike the primer of the cartridge in front, potentially leading to a chain fire.

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