Lever-action rifles were hot at SHOT Show this year, and it looks like that trend is continuing. Rossi USA just announced that it’s expanding its line of R95 45-70 Govt rifles. The new additions are the Triple Black and Laminate models.
R95 45-70 Govt Triple Black and Laminate Models
The new rifles share the majority of features but differ in the finishes and stocks. They feature an integrated peep hole sight mounted on a Picatinny rail with a windage drift adjustable front sight. Both rifles have 18-inch threaded barrels and a 5-round tubular magazine. They also have medium loop levers wrapped in paracord.
The buttstocks are finished off with a soft-touch recoil pad. The Triple Black model includes integrated sling mounts, while the Laminate model features built-in sling studs.
Rossi first offered the Triple Black and Laminate features in their .357 lever actions, followed by the .30-30 models. Now, they’re bringing those same modern features to the R95 45-70 Govt line as well.
The Triple Black has a black cerakote finish and black-finished wood stock. Overall length is just 35.5 inches and the weight is just a little over 6.6 pounds. It has an MSRP of $1363.99.
The Laminate model has a stainless steel finish and gray laminated Birch Wood furniture. It shares the dimensions of the Triple Black R95 but is slightly heavier at 6.8 pounds due to the denser laminate furniture. Its MSRP is $1287.99.
For more information on the new R95 45-70 Govt models, or the rest of the Rossi lever action line, check out Rossi.com.
