Description

Rossi Interarms M33 38 Special Used Trade-In Revolver

Overview

This offering presents a used trade-in Rossi Interarms M33 38 Special revolver, a practical and historically notable five-shot snub-nose platform. Imported by Interarms during the period of Rossi’s export partnership with the U.S. market, this model represents a straightforward, fixed-sight defensive revolver chambered in .38 Special. As a used trade-in, each piece displays typical holster wear, handling marks, and mechanical seasoning consistent with prior service. The Rossi Interarms M33 38 Special used trade-in revolver is priced affordably for buyers seeking a functional wheelgun without premium cosmetic expectations. All revolvers are inspected for mechanical function, timing, and cylinder lock-up prior to listing. Cylinder gap and barrel condition vary per individual unit; please contact us for specific serial-number inquiries if you require bore condition details beyond standard inspection notes.

Features & Specs

The Rossi Interarms M33 38 Special used trade-in revolver is built on a compact steel frame with a 2-inch barrel, fixed front blade sight, and a square-notch rear sight milled into the topstrap. The revolver utilizes a traditional swing-out cylinder with simultaneous ejection, and the finish is a blued carbon steel surface that may exhibit thinning, freckling, or holster wear at the muzzle and cylinder edges. Below are the primary factory specifications and observed characteristics for this trade-in batch.

• Caliber: .38 Special (not compatible with .357 Magnum or +P+ loads; standard pressure and +P loads acceptable per Rossi factory guidelines)
• Capacity: 5 rounds, fluted cylinder with counterbored chambers
• Action type: Double-action / single-action revolver with exposed hammer spur
• Barrel length: 2 inches, rifled with 1:18.75-inch twist, six grooves
• Overall length: 6.5 inches; unloaded weight approximately 22 ounces

• Frame: Carbon steel, blued finish (trade-in condition: holster wear, edge wear, minor surface oxidation common)
• Grips: Checkered walnut or hardwood two-piece panels with Rossi medallion; may show cracks, chips, or replacement grips
• Sights: Fixed front blade, fixed rear notch integral to frame
• Safety: Hammer block transfer bar mechanism; hammer nose rests on frame when at rest

• Cylinder gap: Factory specification 0.004-0.008 inches; trade-in units may exhibit gap up to 0.012 inches due to wear
• Trigger pull: Double-action average 10-12 lbs; single-action average 3.5-4.5 lbs (may vary on trade-in examples)
• Serial number location: Butt of grip frame and underside of barrel flat
• Import mark: Typically “Interarms, Alexandria, VA” on right side of frame or barrel shroud

Who It’s For

This Rossi Interarms M33 38 Special used trade-in revolver is suited for the budget-conscious shooter, the collector of vintage import revolvers, or the individual seeking a basic bedside or vehicle-safe defensive tool. The fixed sights and compact grip profile make it appropriate for close-range practice, pocket carry in a holster, or as a loaner firearm for range instruction. It is not recommended for high-volume competition, concealed carry requiring deep concealment (due to exposed hammer and 2-inch barrel length), or for shooters who demand pristine cosmetic condition. The revolver’s 5-shot capacity and .38 Special chambering limit its utility for extended engagements, but its simplicity and reliability appeal to those who prefer manual-revolver operation over semi-automatic complexity. Left-handed shooters should note that the cylinder release is a push-button located on the left side of the frame.

Shipping & FFL

This Rossi Interarms M33 38 Special used trade-in revolver will ship via insured ground service to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder in your state of residence. You must provide a signed FFL copy or confirm your receiving dealer’s current license on file before shipment. All applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding handgun transfers apply; it is your responsibility to verify that your receiving FFL will accept used trade-in firearms and that your state permits the transfer of a 5-shot revolver with a 2-inch barrel. A signature is required upon delivery. No returns are accepted on used firearms due to the inherent variability of trade-in condition. By purchasing this Rossi Interarms M33 38 Special used trade-in revolver, you acknowledge that the firearm is sold as-is with described wear and that no warranty, expressed or implied, is provided by the seller beyond the functional inspection noted in the overview.