Rossi M68 .38 Spl Police Trade-In Revolver

The rossi m68 .38 spl police trade-in revolver represents a proven law enforcement platform now available to civilian shooters. These revolvers have been carried by officers and maintained by department armories, offering a reliable .38 Special option at a practical price point. Each revolver shows typical holster wear and handling marks consistent with service use, but the mechanical function remains sound for personal defense, range shooting, or as a backup gun.

Overview

The Rossi M68 is a five-shot, double-action revolver chambered in .38 Special. It features a 2-inch barrel, fixed sights, and a compact frame designed for concealment and quick deployment. As a police trade-in, this specific batch of revolvers comes from agency inventories where they served as duty sidearms or backup weapons. The rossi m68 .38 spl police trade-in revolver offers an entry point into revolver ownership without sacrificing the ruggedness required for professional use.

Features & Specs

• Caliber: .38 Special (five-round cylinder)
• Barrel length: 2 inches
• Action type: Double-action/single-action revolver
• Finish: Blued steel with some holster wear, fading, or minor surface rust spots (varies by individual revolver)
• Grips: Standard rubber or wood grips, may show handling wear
• Front sight: Fixed ramp; rear sight: Fixed notch
• Overall length: Approximately 6.5 inches; weight: 22 ounces unloaded

• Frame: Steel construction with a swing-out cylinder
• Safety features: Transfer bar safety system
• Sights: Fixed, low-profile for snag-free draw
• Trigger pull: Double-action trigger is smooth with a manageable pull weight; single-action offers a lighter, crisp break
• Serial number range: Varies per revolver; all are U.S. legal and transferable

• Condition: Police trade-in, good to very good mechanical condition
• Cosmetics: Holster wear, scratches, bluing loss, and minor pitting are common
• Bore: Typically clean with visible rifling; some may have light frosting
• Cylinder timing and lockup: Checked and functional on each revolver
• What is included: Revolver only, no box or papers

Who It’s For

The rossi m68 .38 spl police trade-in revolver is ideal for budget-conscious shooters who want a genuine service weapon rather than a new-production budget revolver. It suits concealed carry permit holders looking for a small-frame backup gun, recreational shooters who prefer the simplicity of a revolver, and collectors seeking an authentic law enforcement surplus piece. The .38 Special cartridge offers manageable recoil for new shooters while still providing adequate defensive performance with modern ammunition.

These revolvers also serve well as truck guns, nightstand revolvers, or training tools for learning double-action trigger control. Because they are trade-ins, each revolver carries its own history and character, which appeals to shooters who appreciate service-grade firearms over pristine safe queens.

Shipping & FFL

This rossi m68 .38 spl police trade-in revolver will ship to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder in your state. You must arrange transfer with a local FFL dealer before ordering. After purchase, we ship within 1-3 business days via a carrier requiring an adult signature. Some states and localities have restrictions on handgun purchases, magazine capacity, or specific features; it is your responsibility to verify that this revolver is legal to own in your jurisdiction. No returns or exchanges are accepted on firearms. All sales are final. Please contact your FFL with any questions about transfer fees or local requirements before completing your order.