I don't know if all here saw my posts in the "Hunting Guns" thread. So I'll post here too.
I've been in the market for a lever action 357 for over 10 years. I had a Marlin 44 Magnum lever about 15 years ago but sold it. It was more kick than I liked, and I don't need a cartridge that strong. 357 is plenty enough for me.
Besides, I can reload 38/357 without even thinking about it, having reloaded that cartridge since the early 90s. And it's a very versitile cartridge without a neck. I don't like reloading necked cartridges. I think I'll finally act on acquiring one today.
I have checked around and the manufacturers I'd prefer (Browning, Marlin) are simply not available. The two that are available are Rossi and Henry. I prefer the Rossi for a few reasons. It's a bit smaller and lighter (Carbine), and has a side load for cartridges. The Henry is very well built, but larger, heavier, and you load it directly in the lower magazine by removing a spring loaded feeder and and then putting the cartridges directly in the magazine tube. That really is not for me. I'm a traditionalist when it comes to lever action "Western" style firearms. I like the classic Winchester style. The Rossi is also less expensive than the Henry. I'm going to be a very casual user of this firearm, so I don't need something built for battle.
I'll be at the store today. We'll see if I "pull the trigger" on this one;
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