Win 92 Barrel Source?

D-R · November 03, 2011, 11:17:39 PM

Looking at a possible rebarreling project for the winter months, but can't seem to find any Win 92 compatible barrels in .44 magnum. Any ideas where they are hiding? Is it possible to order a new one from any of the current manufacturers (Armi Sport, Miroku, Winchester, etc.)? Would very much appreciate some suggestions...

D-R

Steel Horse Bailey · November 04, 2011, 10:18:10 AM

I believe Rossi now makes their '92 chambered in 44 Magnum.

If you go on the "Rare Winchesters" site, you can see an original that was converted to 44 Mag.

http://www.rarewinchesters.com/gunroom/1892/M92-249016/m92-249016.shtml (Ignore the header - it's mis-marked as an 1886.)

These are the only ones I've heard about in 44M.

D-R · November 04, 2011, 08:00:49 PM

Thanks sir. According to Nate Kiowa Jones, the Rossi barrels are metric and won't fit in the Winchester standard receiver. The Armi Sport (Chiappa), Miroku (Japanese) and Winchester factory barrels are all the .80" X 22 TPI barrel shank (and all would work!), but can't seem to find a dealer that will sell just the barrel. Numrich has been out for a while...at this point, was hoping someone had one from the 70's or 80's laying around in their garage or closet. Would a custom barrel maker be able to do these? Just wonderin'. Much obliged.

D-R

Abilene · November 04, 2011, 08:15:37 PM

Chiappa makes a 44mag '92, so I'd try calling their USA office (don't have the number but you can find it). They do warranty work and repairs there so they do stock at least some parts. Whether they will sell you one I couldn't say, but worth a shot.

John Taylor · November 10, 2011, 12:00:52 PM

I have a new in the white 44-40 barrel for an original with all the correct markings but it can't be re-chambered to 44 mag. I can make a barrel to fit your rifle if you can't find what you need.

Tater Pickens · November 10, 2011, 09:20:46 PM

John Taylor, Is the 44-40 barrell you have for a 92 rifle or carbine? I have a SRC with the barrell pretty well shot out of it so may be interested in the one you have.

Tater Pickens

Ranch 13 · November 11, 2011, 08:42:59 AM

Green Mountain sells barrels with the proper winchester taper. You'll need to do your own threading, dovetailing etc.

John Taylor · November 20, 2011, 05:45:19 PM

Quote from: Tater Pickens on November 10, 2011, 09:20:46 PM
John Taylor, Is the 44-40 barrell you have for a 92 rifle or carbine? I have a SRC with the barrell pretty well shot out of it so may be interested in the one you have.

Tater Pickens

It is a rifle barrel with all the correct Winchester markings and dovetails, in the white.
I'm also a dealer for Green Mountain and can fit one of their barrels to your rifle.