Description
Lever pistols have been around for a while, but most of them lean hard on cowboy nostalgia. The Rossi R95 TBP goes the other direction. This is the Triple Black treatment applied to a mare's leg format, which means black Cerakote over a steel barrel and receiver, a threaded muzzle ready for a suppressor or brake, and a Picatinny rail up top instead of buckhorn sights. Chambered in .44 Magnum with a 6+1 capacity, it packs serious energy into a package that measures roughly 23 inches end to end and weighs in around 5.5 pounds.
What Sets the R95 TBP Apart
The details here are what make it work. The medium loop lever splits the difference between a standard loop and an oversized big loop, and it comes wrapped in paracord for a solid grip whether you are wearing gloves or working the action fast. The hammer-forged barrel carries a 1:12 right-hand twist that stabilizes heavy .44 Mag bullets well, and the side loading gate lets you top off the tube magazine without taking the gun out of action. A cross-bolt safety and a pair of sling swivel studs round out the practical touches, and the splatter-finished wood grip and forend give it some character without straying from the all-black theme.
Running the Rossi R95 Pistol
There are no iron sights on this one, and that is by design. The receiver-mounted Picatinny rail is meant for a red dot or a low-power scout style optic, which suits the way most people will run a gun like this: quick handling at closer ranges, whether that means hog country, a truck or side-by-side companion gun, or just a seriously fun day at the range. Add a can to the threaded muzzle and .44 Special loads, and you have a remarkably pleasant big-bore to shoot. It is a lever gun built for how people use them now, and Rossi got the formula right.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Rossi
- Model: R95 Triple Black Pistol (R95 TBP)
- Manufacturer Part Number: 95P044131
- UPC: 754908345809
- Caliber: .44 Magnum
- Action: Lever Action
- ATF Classification: Pistol
- Capacity: 6+1
- Barrel Length: 13.25 in, threaded muzzle
- Twist Rate: 1:12 RH
- Overall Length: 23.15 in
- Weight: 88 oz (5.5 lb) unloaded
- Barrel and Frame Material: Steel
- Finish: Black Cerakote
- Sights: None, Picatinny optics rail
- Safety: Cross-bolt
What’s Included
- Rossi R95 TBP .44 Magnum lever action pistol
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Rossi R95 TBP come with sights?
No, it ships without iron sights. Instead, the receiver wears a Picatinny rail so you can mount a red dot, reflex sight, or a compact scout style optic. For a fast-handling big-bore like this, a red dot is a natural fit and most buyers plan on running one anyway.
Is the barrel on the R95 TBP suppressor ready?
Yes, the 13.25 inch hammer-forged barrel comes threaded from the factory, so it will accept a suppressor or other muzzle device. Paired with .44 Special loads, a suppressed R95 TBP is a genuinely soft-shooting setup, and it still handles full-power .44 Magnum when you want it.
How do you load the Rossi R95 lever pistol?
It loads through a side gate on the receiver, feeding into the under-barrel tube magazine. That means you can top off rounds without opening the action or taking the gun off target. The .44 Magnum version holds 6 rounds in the tube plus one in the chamber.
What is the paracord on the lever for?
The R95 TBP uses a medium loop lever, sized between a standard loop and a big loop, and Rossi wraps it in paracord from the factory. It gives you a more secure, comfortable hold when cycling the action quickly, and it works well with gloves in cold or wet conditions.






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