The Rossi R92 Triple Black is a lever-action rifle chambered in .45 Colt with a 16.5-inch barrel and an all-black Cerakote finish over a wood stock. At 5.9 lbs, it's light enough to carry all day, and the 8+1 capacity gives you room to work before a reload. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: R92 Triple Black 
• Caliber: .45 Colt (LC) 
• Barrel Length: 16.5 inches 
• Capacity: 8+1 rounds 
• Weight: 5.9 lbs (approximately) 
• Finish: Cerakote Black 
• Safety Type: Manual Thumb Safety 
• Action Type: Lever Action 
• Sights: Drift Adjustable Front, Peep Hole Rear on Picatinny Rail 
   

Detailed Features 

The lever cycles rounds cleanly and the peep rear sight mounts on a Picatinny rail, which opens up optics options beyond the stock sights. The drift-adjustable front sight lets you zero without tools. Cerakote over the metal is a practical choice for a working rifle — it handles moisture and abrasion better than blued steel. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

The short barrel keeps things maneuverable in brush or tight spaces. The .45 Colt round has enough energy for medium game and works well as a woods carry or home defense option. In competition, the smooth lever action makes follow-up shots quick without sacrificing control.

Discussions about the Rossi R92 Triple Black in .45 Colt generally run positive, with a few recurring caveats.

The all-black look gets noticed first. The 16.5-inch barrel format is a deliberate choice — shooters who want a compact lever gun that's easier to handle in close quarters tend to be the target buyer, and they usually like what they get. The .45 Colt chambering draws praise for its stopping power and the wide variety of available loads.

Performance feedback is mostly good: the action is smooth, reliability is consistent, and the Cerakote finish holds up well in wet or rough conditions. Value compared to Marlin or Henry lever-actions at the same price point comes up often, and the R92 tends to fare well in those comparisons on action feel.

The critiques are real but minor. Some owners note fit-and-finish quirks that require light tuning — nothing that breaks function, but noticeable on close inspection. A few report that weight distribution during long carry sessions feels front-heavy. Customization options are narrower than on more popular platforms, though there's a decent aftermarket community with tips on optics and sling setups.

Overall, owners who knew what they were buying — a capable, affordable lever gun with a practical finish — tend to be satisfied.