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Rossi
Model 971
Rossi Revolver 971 .357 Mag Variant-1
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Gun Dimensions Width:No Data
Length:8.5-in Height:No Data
Barrel:4-in Weight:32-oz
1 Variant
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (158 grain bullet)195130
  • Recoil Factor (158 grain bullet)10.94 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity6 rounds
  • ConcealabilityFair
  • Defense Factor67%
Gun Specifications
Type:Revolver
Produced:2001 - 2017
Caliber:.357 Mag
Action:revolving chamber
Trigger:double-action (DA/SA)
Safety:hammer block
Cylinder:6-round
Frame:blued steel
Grip:black rubber
Sights:blade front, adjustable rear
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Manufacturer
Amadeo Rossi S.A.
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Gun Value
MSRP:$255.00Used Est:$300.00
Last Update:12/23/2023
About the Gun

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Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .357 Magnum
Alias: .357 Smith & Wesson Magnum
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:158 grains
MV:1235 ft/sec ME:535 ft-lbs
About the Cartridge

Smith & Wesson introduced this cartridge for its heavy-frame revolver. Ammunition was developed by Winchester in cooperation with Smith & Wesson. Using a lengthened and strengthened version of the .38 Special case, the .357 Magnum was rapidly accepted by hunters and law enforcement. At the time of its introduction, it was claimed to easily pierce the body panels of automobiles and crack engine blocks. While it has less power than the .44 Magnum, it compares favorably to the 10mm Norma and .45 ACP, but with better armor penetration. Today factories offer over fifty different loadings in this caliber.

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By Animal44s on 17 Mar 2022
I do believe this is same as my 8.5" I have. Good piece. Please see my rating and review on the 8.5" barreled version.