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SKU: BTRL22181WDGBB
UPC: 754908900725
MPN: RL22181WD-GBB
The Rossi Rio Bravo 22lr Buffalo Bill is a classic lever-action .22 LR rifle built for shooters who value reliability, heritage, and practical field performance. Designed for small-game hunting, target shooting, and training, this rifle delivers the iconic handling characteristics that have made lever guns trusted tools for over a century. With an 18-inch barrel and hardwood furniture, it strikes a balance between portability and accuracy that appeals to both seasoned riflemen and newcomers to lever-action platforms.
Built on proven Rossi manufacturing standards, the Rio Bravo features a 15+1 round capacity tubular magazine—a heritage design that provides adequate firepower for hunting and recreational shooting without unnecessary bulk. The rifle's PVD gold finish offers enhanced corrosion resistance and a distinctive aesthetic appeal while protecting the steel underneath from the elements. Traditional buckhorn sights deliver intuitive aiming and are easily adjustable for windage and elevation, making this rifle suitable for hunters operating in varied lighting conditions. The hardwood stock and fore-end provide a secure grip and natural point of aim, while the lever-action cycling ensures smooth operation and quick follow-up shots when accuracy and speed matter.
This rifle excels in the hands of small-game hunters pursuing rabbits, squirrels, and varmints where .22 LR ballistics are ideal and ammunition costs remain low. Training applications benefit from the rifle's soft recoil, light report, and magazine capacity that allows extended practice sessions without constant reloading. Law enforcement and military trainers recognize lever guns as excellent platforms for teaching fundamental marksmanship, trigger control, and positional shooting. The standard 36-inch overall length and 1-pound weight make the Rio Bravo manageable in brush and timber, while the buckhorn sights function reliably without batteries or electronic components—critical when equipment must perform in austere conditions.
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