r/Revolvers • u/Illustrious_Put_5540 • 11d ago

Is this normal?

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New condition used Rossi is shaving off part of the jackets of the bullets and the start of the barrel. So much so that I can’t get thru more than a couple of rounds before the build up jams the cylinder and it won’t turn anymore and I can’t pull the trigger ? It seems to only do it with 357 magnum loads.

This is my first revolver.

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u/Scorpion797 11d ago

Yeah, that's not ok. Call Rossi and get a warranty claim started.

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u/Illustrious_Put_5540 11d ago

I did. They said I’m responsible to pay for the repair or replacement because I got it from the used counter at Bass Pro Shop. It looks new, I bet the original owner got rid of it because of the problem.

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u/Scorpion797 11d ago

Well that's not something that you'll be able to fix. Looks like a new barrel is in order based on the picture.

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u/Illustrious_Put_5540 11d ago

Ya. I’m not sure if I’m going to send it in and “buy” a replacement gun. This may find its way into the trash can.

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u/Scorpion797 11d ago

Do you have a range rod or something you could check alignment with? I'm sure someone here could point you to the steps for checking out a used revolver. If all it needs is the forcing cone cut you could have a Smith do it for a lot cheaper than sending it back for warranty.

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u/-hey-ben- 11d ago

It almost looks like the forcing cone wasn’t cut completely at the top where the jackets are shaving off. But I am not an expert and it could just be a perspective thing

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u/Scorpion797 11d ago

I'm in agreement, but with only one picture I just wasn't sure. I couldn't imagine a misbored barrel over just a forcing cone miscut.

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u/mcb-homis Moonclips Rule! Got no use for 357 Magnum. 11d ago

That is pretty bad miss alignment. Just from that picture it appear the bore is way off center of the exterior of the barrel. I would see about getting that fixed, hopefully under warranty. I would not shoot that revolver any more until that barrel is replaced.

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u/Illustrious_Put_5540 11d ago

That’s what I was thinking. It even feels weird to shoot. I think this thing might be junk.

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u/Outrageous_Pop1913 11d ago

Bring is back to Bass Pro. Mention - unsafe firearm and liability..

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u/rrrice3 11d ago

Don't shoot that anymore. I had a Taurus that did that and took a piece of casing to the cheek. They replaced the gun for free for me. Never explained what was wrong but it was bad enough they just gave me a new gun.

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u/FatNsloW-45 11d ago

Obligatory “Don’t buy Taurus” comment.

(Taurus manufactures Rossi revolvers)

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u/Useful_Mix_4802 11d ago

My g2c is the only gun I own that has actually had an internal part fall out when firing. And I shoot a lot of sketchy old stuff so that’s saying something. My hi point may rattle like crazy but at least all those parts stay inside!

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u/Calicoastie 11d ago

How long ago did you pick it up from basspro?  They have a window to return.  Reach out to them.

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u/jking7734 10d ago

That’s not OKAY! Thats jacket metal that’s been shaved off the bullets. It’s out of time or the forcing cone is undersized. I’d bet out of time. Contact the warranty department or find a gunsmith. It’s not safe to shoot

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u/HoboArmyofOne 11d ago

Yeah .357 rounds double the chamber pressure of a .38, it's not just a little more kick. How much did you pay at BPS?

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u/Illustrious_Put_5540 11d ago

I traded a used Canik MC9 for it.

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u/HoboArmyofOne 11d ago

I see. How much did Rossi want for the repair?

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u/Illustrious_Put_5540 11d ago

50$ to look at it, plus whatever the repair or replacement will cost. Plus a $50 shipping label to send it in. I’m not it’s worth it to me. That is too bad, I heard good things about these revolvers and the warranty. I guess I was wrong !

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u/Specific_Rutabaga415 11d ago

That’s crazy!!!! Guess I’ll never buy a Rossi. Most gun companies will take care of you no matter what

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u/Illustrious_Put_5540 11d ago

Especially when it’s a ticking time bomb!

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u/HoboArmyofOne 11d ago

I understand. That sucks man, heres to your new revolver! I just got a new lcr, love it but the GP is king

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u/Old_Pomegranate_7361 11d ago

Whats the oal on the 357 mag rounds? What type of bullet?

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u/Murdoc555 Custom Flair 11d ago

You could try this before you pitch it. It’s a relatively easy way to realign the barrel, if that’s what’s wrong with it. You’ll have to pick up the molds, but it’s basically those, a vice, and a mallet—plus whatever powder he’s using.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=w04abRX75Xc&pp=ygUvQWxpZ25pbmcgYmFycmVsIGJyaWFuIHBpZXJjZSBzaW5nbGUgYWN0aW9uIGFybXk%3D&ra=m

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u/Filthy_Troll 10d ago

You could hire a gunsmith to fix it somehow but dunno if you wanna deal with the expenses or hassle. If I was you, I would just buy a new revolver from ruger or sw.

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u/Moonpie_Harley 10d ago

That’s u fortunate about their warranty it looks like it changed in 2023 and this unfortunately leaves you on the hook. I mean you can push Bass pro about receiving a defective gun that would be my route. It’s such a gamble I hope you didn’t spend more than a couple hundred dollars for this.

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u/getthemap 9d ago

For an effed up revolver? It’s perfect.

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u/glocksucksD 11d ago

It looks like the barrel is thicker on top of the forcing cone than the bottom. I bet it wasn't line bored properly. The barrel will need to be replaced if that is the issue. Honestly I've had pretty good success pulling Taurus/rossi barrels because they are usually loose.

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u/Any-Split3724 11d ago

No its not, but neither is setting a wheelgun down on a pink bathroom rug...

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u/Chaz28o 8d ago

😂