The Cimarron El Dorad 1892 is a lever-action rifle chambered in .45 Colt, built on the 1892 Winchester pattern and finished in blue. The big loop lever is the defining feature here. It cycles smoothly and is noticeably easier to work quickly, especially with gloves on or for shooters with larger hands. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Action Type: Lever 
• Barrel Length: 20 inches 
• Caliber: .45 Colt 
• Condition: New in Box 
• Finish: Blue 
• Manufacturer: Cimarron Firearms 
• Model Name: El Dorad 1892 Big Loop 
• Capacity: 10+1 rounds 
• Weight: 7.90 lbs 
• Length Overall: 47.65 inches 
   
  The 20-inch barrel with a 1:16" twist is well matched to .45 Colt loads across a range of bullet weights. Ten rounds in the tube means less time reloading, which matters in cowboy action shooting stages where round count is everything. The blue finish is traditional and attractive, though it requires more maintenance than stainless in wet conditions. At 7.90 lbs the rifle is on the heavier end for a lever gun, but the weight helps absorb the .45 Colt's push at the bench.

The Cimarron El Dorado 1892 Big Loop in .45 Colt draws a consistent crowd of cowboy action shooters and lever-gun enthusiasts who appreciate the historical design. The blue finish gets regular praise for its clean, old-West look, and most owners find it attractive enough to draw conversation at the range.

The smooth action is the most mentioned performance point. Shooters report the lever cycles easily without the stiff break-in period that plagues some imported lever guns, and the big loop is consistently called out as a practical improvement over a standard loop. Accuracy with .45 Colt is satisfying at typical pistol-caliber distances, and recoil is manageable.

On the critical side, the weight comes up often. At 7.90 lbs it's heavier than some shooters expect for a compact lever gun. A few buyers note availability problems and pricing that reflects the Cimarron name over comparable alternatives. There are occasional mentions of the rifle needing a polish or action job before competition use, though this is common across the category.

Overall the reception is positive, with the main tradeoffs being weight and cost versus a rifle that looks and handles the way a traditional lever gun should.