ROSSI RS22 MAG USED 22 MAG

• Make: Rossi

• Model: RS22M

• Caliber: .22 WMR (Winchester Magnum Rimfire / 22 Mag)

• Type: Rimfire Rifle

• Action: Semi-Automatic

• Finish: Matte Black

• Barrel Length: 21″

• Weight: ~5.6 lbs

• Capacity: 10-round detachable magazine

• Sights: Adjustable fiber-optic front and rear sights

• Safety Features: Manual cross-bolt safety

• Material:

  • Frame/Stock: Black synthetic polymer

  • Barrel: Carbon steel

  • Receiver: Alloy

🧩 Unique Features

• Designed specifically for the .22 WMR round (not compatible with .22 LR)

• Extended 21″ barrel for better velocity and longer-range accuracy

• Reliable blowback action tuned for .22 Magnum pressures

• Compatible with select accessories for Mossberg 702 pattern rifles

• Lightweight and balanced for field use

• Textured fore-end and grip for improved handling

• Compatible with optic mounting systems (via dovetail or rail)

🎯 Usage and Applications

• Recommended Use:

  • Small game hunting (e.g., rabbits, squirrels)

  • Varmint control (e.g., raccoons, groundhogs)

  • Recreational shooting / plinking

  • Entry-level rimfire rifle for rural use or homestead defense

• Performance Characteristics:

  • Higher velocity and flatter trajectory than .22 LR

  • Minimal recoil for ease of use and fast follow-up shots

  • Known for reliability with quality ammo and proper maintenance

  • Better effective range than standard .22 LR (~125–150 yards practical)

⚖️ Legal and Safety Information

Firearm Safety Principles:

• Treat All Guns as Loaded

• Point the Muzzle in a Safe Direction

• Keep Finger Off the Trigger Until Ready to Fire

• Be Sure of Your Target and What’s Beyond It

• Use Only the Correct Ammunition (.22 WMR)

• Store Firearms Securely and Out of Unauthorized Hands

New York State Specific Law:

• A New York State Semi-Automatic Rifle License is required to purchase this semi-automatic rimfire rifle.

• Market Demand: Moderate to High

  • Demand often driven by ammo availability, affordability, and versatility

🧱 Historical and Cultural Context

• The Rossi RS22M is part of a broader trend of affordable semi-auto rimfire rifles designed for working-class and rural users.

• Rimfire magnums (.22 WMR) have been favored for decades for small game and pest control due to their light recoil and surprising range.

• The RS22M adds modern materials, fiber-optic sights, and reliability improvements while remaining cost-effective.