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

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  🧩 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)

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  🎯 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)

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  ⚖️ 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.

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  • Market Demand: Moderate to High

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

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  🧱 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.

This is a firearm and ships only to a licensed FFL dealer for pickup. You'll select your receiving dealer and complete a background check at the time of transfer. NY SAFE Act rules apply. FFL transfers from $25.