Rossi revolvers are returning with a bang in 2023. They are re-launching their .357 Magnum revolver lineups to include the RM66 and the RP63.
The RM66 will be available with a 6″ stainless barrel, while the RP63 will feature a stainless 3″ barrel. Each revolver utilizes double action triggers, rubber grips, hammer-mounted firing pins, and full underlug barrels to help with recoil management.
RM66 Specifications:
- Caliber: 357 MAG / 38 SPECIAL +P
- Capacity: 6 Rounds
- Front Sight: Removable Serrated Blade
- Rear Sight: Fully Adjustable
- Cylinders Included: 1
- Action Type: DA/SA
- Frame Size: Medium
- Barrel Length: 6 In.
- Overall Length 11.14 In.
- Overall Height: 5.47 In.
- Overall Width 1.46 In.
- Overall Weight (unloaded): 34.40 oz.
- Twist Rate: 1:16.5-in RH Twist
- Grooves: 6
- Frame/Barrel/Cylinder Material: Stainless Steel
- Safety: Hammer Block
The trigger for the RM66 is crisp when used as a single action, and the revolver utilizes a hammer-mounted firing pin to increase reliability. The rear sight is fully adjustable while the front is a red ramp style that pairs seamlessly with the six-inch barrel.
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Featuring a 6-round steel cylinder, shooters will be able to use common holsters and speed loaders already on the market. It utilizes a wrap-around rubber grip which feels great in my hands and will help absorb recoil when firing.
RP63 Specifications:
- Caliber: 357 MAG / 38 SPECIAL +P
- Capacity: 6 Rounds
- Front Sight: Removable Serrated Blade
- Rear Sight: Fixed
- Cylinders Included: 1
- Action Type: DA/SA
- Frame Size: Small
- Barrel Length: 3 In.
- Overall Length 7.95 In.
- Overall Height: 5.20 In.
- Overall Width 1.46 In.
- Overall Weight (unloaded): 27.30 oz.
- Twist Rate: 1:16.5-in RH Twist
- Grooves: 6
- Frame/Barrel/Cylinder Material: Stainless Steel
- Safety: Hammer Block
Similar to the RM66, the RP63 has a crisp single-action trigger, a hammer-mounted firing pin for increased reliability, and a rubber wrap-around grip that helps reduce perceived recoil.
While the rear sight is non-adjustable since it is machined into the revolver, the front sight is ramped for a snag-free draw. This shorter 3″ barrel is optimized for concealed carry and maneuverability. Rossi designed it as a revolver to be comfortable to carry and fun to shoot.
While these new Rossie revolvers are harkened back to the 1970s, they get all the benefits from modern manufacturing. Available and shipping now, the RP63 has an MSRP of $461 and the RM66 has an MSRP of $621.
For more information, visit the Rossi website HERE.
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Hey gary, to answer your question: they are made by the same company.
https://rossiusa.com/revolvers/rp63?layout=blog
What types or brands of front sights are compatible with the Rossi RM66 357 magnum with 6 inch barrel? Also is the revolver 6 inch model drilled and tapped under rear sight for use with a red dot mount adapter It looks like it’s about the same as the S&W 357 magnum revolvers with adjustable rear sights
Thanks for the article, but why do you write about Rossi revolvers while displaying photos of revolvers with a sideplate that reads “Taurus”?
Because Taurus bought Rossi?
I wish they would bring back the Rossi cyclops 357 Magnum