Description

Rossi 38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver – Overview

The Rossi 38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver represents a practical, service-grade sidearm sourced from law enforcement inventory. These revolvers, manufactured by the Brazilian firm Rossi, were originally issued for patrol duty and have since been cycled out through standard department turnover. Each Rossi 38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver displays holster wear, handling marks, and honest cosmetic wear consistent with field use, but mechanically these revolvers have been inspected to confirm functional timing, cylinder lockup, and barrel integrity. The 38 Special chambering offers manageable recoil with proven terminal performance, making this trade-in a cost-effective option for shooters who prioritize reliability over aesthetics. This Rossi 38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver is not a new production firearm; it is a surplus item that delivers value through its robust construction and proven service history.

Overview

This Rossi 38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver arrives as part of a batch of retired police sidearms. Typical examples feature a 4-inch barrel, fixed sights, and a six-round cylinder. The frame is constructed from carbon steel with a blued or parkerized finish, depending on the specific department contract. These revolvers were designed for high-round-count duty cycles and were maintained by armory personnel, meaning the moving parts—trigger, hammer, cylinder crane—retain functional integrity. The grips are usually rubber or checkered wood, showing moderate compression marks from holster carry. Do not expect a cosmetically pristine firearm; expect a mechanically sound, field-grade revolver with a documented lineage of law enforcement service.

Features & Specs

• Caliber and Capacity: Chambered in .38 Special; six-round fluted cylinder with counterbored chambers for rimmed cartridges. Double-action/single-action trigger system with a transfer bar safety mechanism.
• Barrel and Sights: 4-inch barrel with a full underlug or standard profile; fixed front blade and fixed rear notch sight. Barrel rifling is typical for service revolvers, with moderate rifling wear assessed during inspection.
• Construction and Dimensions: Carbon steel frame and cylinder; approximate weight of 30 ounces unloaded. Overall length of 9.25 inches with a grip frame designed for medium to large hands. Cylinder gap and endshake are checked to meet factory service limits.
• Action and Trigger: Double-action trigger pull weight ranges from 10 to 12 pounds; single-action pull from 3.5 to 4.5 pounds. Hammer spur is serrated for positive thumb cocking. Cylinder release is a push-button type on the left side of the frame.
• Condition Notes: Each Rossi 38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver shows holster wear, finish loss at muzzle and cylinder edges, and minor surface pitting in isolated areas. Bore and chambers are inspected for corrosion; cylinders are checked for timing and throat diameter. No accessories, original box, or manual are included.

Who It’s For

The Rossi 38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver is suitable for shooters who value mechanical function over appearance. It serves well as a truck gun, a range training tool for revolver fundamentals, a backcountry sidearm, or a budget-friendly entry into wheelgun ownership. Law enforcement trade-ins offer verified service use, which means these revolvers have been carried extensively but shot in controlled qualification settings. This revolver is not ideal for collectors seeking mint-condition specimens or for users who require adjustable sights. It is best suited for those who understand that a trade-in revolver will have cosmetic wear but should cycle, index, and fire reliably with standard pressure .38 Special ammunition.

Shipping & FFL

This Rossi 38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver will ship to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealer in your state. Upon purchase, you must provide the shipping address of a licensed FFL holder who can accept firearm transfers. Please confirm with your chosen FFL that they accept transfers from private sellers or online retailers, as some dealers charge additional fees. We do not ship to P.O. boxes or to unverified addresses. The purchaser is responsible for complying with all local, state, and federal laws regarding firearm ownership and transfer. By completing this purchase, you acknowledge that you are legally eligible to own a firearm under the Gun Control Act of 1968 and that the receiving FFL will conduct a NICS background check prior to release. No returns or exchanges on used firearms after transfer is initiated.