I bought a '92 Rossi Puma when I first started CAS. It was a very fine rifle. Nice finish and a fairly smooth action. I did out grow it as I got faster. I was closing the action with the cartridge up in the air and it would hit the upper rim of the chamber as I closed it, slowing my clock time as I had to lower the lever slightly then close it fully. I then went to a Model '73 and my times went into the upper 10%. This doesn't mean the Rossi Puma isn't a good gun. They are. I really liked mine and wish I still had it. I do like the '92 design, just not for competition. I'd say most shooters don't get fast enough for that to matter. If you have a chance to get an early one, go for it. They're really good rifles. If I were to take one hunting, the '92 is light and easy to carry.