New for 2025: Rossi RB22 Compact

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posted on February 4, 2025

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Rossi has extended its RB22 rimfire line with the RB22 Compact. This lightweight, carbine-length plinker is available only in .22 Long Rifle, and is the perfect lightweight firearm for smaller-statured and younger shooters.

It's Matte Black stock is constructed from polymer, for an extremely light footprint. The receiver is aluminum, while the 16.5-inch barrel is steel, with a muzzle threaded 1/2x28 TPI. Atop the barrel the gun sports a hooded fiber optic front and fully adjustable fiber optic rear sight, for easy visibility.

Finally, the gun's bolt action feeds from a detachable box magazine, behind which resides a cross-bolt safety to make the gun safe. For more information, check out the video embedded above, or visit rossiusa.com. MSRP: $209

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