About the Rossi M68 .38 Spl

Overview

The Rossi M68 .38 Spl Police Trade-In Revolver represents a proven law enforcement sidearm with decades of reliable service. These revolvers were carried by officers who demanded consistent performance in demanding conditions. Each revolver in this batch is a genuine police trade-in, showing honest wear from duty use but retaining full mechanical function. The Rossi M68 .38 Spl Police Trade-In Revolver offers an affordable entry point into wheelgun ownership without sacrificing the robust design that made it a standard-issue backup weapon. Built on Rossi’s reputation for no-nonsense revolvers, this model chambers the ubiquitous .38 Special cartridge and delivers the simplicity of a six-shot, double-action revolver. For buyers seeking a functional, no-frills firearm with a history of service, this trade-in provides exceptional value.

Features & Specs

• Action: Double-action revolver with six-round cylinder. Smooth trigger pull consistent with typical Rossi revolvers. Manual safety located on the hammer spur.
• Barrel length: 2-inch barrel. Fixed front blade sight with a rear notch. Overall length of approximately 7 inches. Weight around 22 ounces unloaded.
• Frame: All-steel construction. Blued finish with expected holster wear, handling marks, and finish loss consistent with police trade-in condition. Cylinder locks up tight with minimal endshake.

This Rossi M68 .38 Spl Police Trade-In Revolver ships with its original grips. Check cylinder timing and bore condition upon receipt; these are functional service revolvers, not safe queens. The .38 Special caliber offers manageable recoil in a compact frame, making it a practical choice for personal defense or range use.

• Caliber: .38 Special (not rated for +P ammunition). Six-round capacity. Accepts standard speedloaders.
• Grips: Factory rubber or wood grips depending on specific trade-in batch. Check product listing for exact grip type. All grips show wear consistent with duty use.
• Markings: Rossi markings and serial number intact. Some trade-ins may have department inventory numbers stamped on the frame or grip.