Rossi M951 38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver

The Rossi M951 38 Special police trade-in revolver represents a proven duty-grade firearm with decades of reliable service. These revolvers were originally issued to law enforcement agencies and have been returned to the civilian market after official retirement. Each revolver carries the honest wear of professional use, offering a cost-effective entry point for shooters who value function over finish. Built on Rossi’s robust medium-frame design, the M951 delivers the dependable performance expected from a police trade-in platform.

Overview

The Rossi M951 38 Special police trade-in revolver is a six-shot, double-action revolver chambered in .38 Special. Originally manufactured for law enforcement agencies, these revolvers were regularly serviced and maintained by armory personnel. The trade-in process includes a basic function check by our gunsmiths, and each revolver is sold in good working condition. As a surplus firearm, cosmetic condition will vary from holster wear to minor finish loss, but mechanical reliability remains the priority. This is a working revolver built for service, not a safe queen.

Features and Specs

• Caliber: .38 Special (six-round cylinder). This rossi m951 38 special police trade-in revolver accepts standard .38 Special ammunition for training and defense.
• Barrel Length: 4-inch heavy barrel with fixed front sight and adjustable rear sight for windage correction.
• Action: Double-action/single-action with a transfer bar safety mechanism. Smooth double-action trigger pull typical of maintained police trade-ins.
• Frame: All-steel construction with a parkerized or blued finish. Grip frame fits standard S&W K-frame stocks.
• Overall Length: 9.5 inches. Weight: approximately 34 ounces unloaded.

Each rossi m951 38 special police trade-in revolver includes a factory-style hard case or cardboard box when available. No manual is included with trade-in units. Cylinder timing and lockup are verified before shipment.

Who It’s For

This revolver serves multiple roles. It is ideal for the budget-conscious shooter who wants a reliable .38 Special without paying new-retail prices. Law enforcement retirees and firearms collectors will recognize the M951 as a period-correct duty revolver used by agencies during the 1980s and 1990s. New shooters looking for a simple, manual-of-arms revolver for range practice or home defense will find the controls intuitive. The rossi m951 38 special police trade-in revolver is also a strong candidate for those building a trunk gun or truck gun where cosmetic condition is secondary to function. If you prefer a revolver with honest service history and intend to shoot it regularly, this trade-in fits the requirement.

Shipping and FFL

All firearm sales require shipment to a Federal Firearms License holder. After placing your order, we will contact you for your chosen FFL dealer’s contact information. You must verify that your FFL is willing to accept transfer of this rossi m951 38 special police trade-in revolver. We ship via UPS Ground or FedEx Ground to all states where private ownership of this revolver is legal. No shipping to P.O. boxes. Standard processing time is 1-3 business days before shipment. Some states impose magazine capacity or handgun roster restrictions – please check your local laws before ordering. We do not ship to California, Massachusetts, or New York City addresses without prior FFL verification. A signature is required upon delivery. Transfer fees are the responsibility of the buyer and are paid directly to the receiving FFL dealer. We cannot ship to unlicensed individuals. By purchasing this revolver, you confirm that you are legally eligible to own a handgun under federal and state law.

• Must ship to a licensed FFL dealer for transfer.
• Provide FFL contact information at checkout or within 24 hours.
• All federal, state, and local laws apply to this purchase.