Rossi M68 38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver

Built for duty and proven in service, the Rossi M68 38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver represents a true workhorse of American law enforcement history. These revolvers were carried by officers who demanded reliability above all else, and each piece carries the honest wear of active service. Chambered in the venerable .38 Special cartridge, the M68 offers a six-shot capacity in a compact, snub-nosed frame ideal for concealed carry or backup use. As a police trade-in, each revolver has been inspected for function and safety, offering the shooter a budget-conscious entry into a classic wheelgun platform without sacrificing the mechanical integrity expected from a service firearm.

Overview

The Rossi M68 38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver is a stainless steel, double-action revolver manufactured by Rossi of Brazil. Originally produced for law enforcement agencies, these trade-in revolvers exhibit holster wear, handling marks, and surface scuffs consistent with prior service. Mechanically, each revolver is checked for proper timing, cylinder lockup, and bore condition. The 2-inch barrel provides a balance of concealability and ballistic performance with standard pressure .38 Special loads. The fixed sights are utilitarian but effective for defensive distances, and the rubber grips offer positive control even in adverse conditions.

Features & Specs

The Rossi M68 38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver is defined by its no-nonsense construction and service-proven design. Below are the key specifications and notable features.

• Caliber: .38 Special (six-round capacity, swing-out cylinder for rapid reloading)
• Barrel Length: 2 inches, with a fully shrouded ejector rod for protection
• Frame and Finish: Stainless steel alloy with a satin matte finish; shows honest wear from police service
• Sights: Fixed front blade and rear notch, drift-adjustable for windage
• Grips: Hard rubber, finger-grooved design for ergonomic control and recoil management
• Action: Double-action with a smooth, stacking trigger pull; single-action available for precision shots
• Safety Features: Transfer bar safety mechanism prevents accidental discharge if dropped
• Overall Length: 6.5 inches; weight approximately 22 ounces unloaded

• Police trade-in condition: holster wear, minor surface marks, and possible holster abrasions on cylinder and barrel
• Mechanical inspection: timing, lockup, and bore condition verified prior to listing
• Manufacturer: Rossi, a legacy brand known for producing reliable, cost-effective revolvers for decades
• Category: Revolvers, specifically the snub-nosed duty variant popular among plainclothes officers

• Includes: one revolver, no box or papers; factory grips may show wear consistent with use
• Barrel twist rate: 1:18.75 inches, optimized for standard .38 Special ammunition
• Trigger pull weight: approximately 12 pounds double-action, 4 pounds single-action

Who It’s For

The Rossi M68 38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver is a pragmatic choice for the shooter who values function over cosmetics. It suits the budget-conscious collector of law enforcement firearms, the concealed carrier seeking a reliable backup piece, or the revolver enthusiast who appreciates a mechanically sound platform at a reasonable entry cost. Because these are trade-in revolvers, they are not safe queens; they are tools meant to be carried and used. The .38 Special cartridge offers manageable recoil for new shooters while remaining effective for self-defense with proper ammunition selection. This revolver is also an excellent training companion for those learning double-action trigger control, as the heavy DA pull builds fundamental marksmanship skills.

Shipping & FFL

This Rossi M68 38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver will ship to your chosen Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealer. Upon purchase, please provide the shipping address and contact information of a licensed FFL holder who is willing to accept the transfer. We do not ship to PO boxes or APO addresses. All applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding firearm ownership and transfer must be followed by the buyer. It is the buyer’s sole responsibility to verify that they can legally receive this firearm in their jurisdiction. Please confirm with your FFL that they accept shipments from private sellers or online retailers before placing your order. A physical signature is required upon delivery.