Rossi R351 38 Special DA/SA Police Trade-In Revolver

The Rossi R351 38 Special DA/SA Police Trade-In Revolver represents a proven law enforcement sidearm now available to the civilian market at a value that reflects its service history. This five-shot revolver, chambered in .38 Special, features a double-action/single-action (DA/SA) trigger system that has been trusted by officers for decades. Each revolver is a genuine police trade-in, meaning it carries honest wear from professional carry, but it has been inspected and functions reliably for defensive or recreational use. If you are looking for a no-frills, duty-grade revolver without the premium price tag of a new production model, this Rossi delivers where it counts.

Overview

The Rossi R351 is a compact, fixed-sight revolver designed for close-quarters reliability. As a police trade-in, each Rossi R351 38 Special DA/SA Police Trade-In Revolver has been carried extensively but fired sparingly, preserving the mechanical integrity of the action and the barrel. The 2-inch barrel balances concealability with shootability, while the rubber grips absorb recoil for comfortable practice sessions. This is a utilitarian firearm built to perform under pressure, not a safe queen. Every revolver in this batch has passed a basic function check, ensuring the cylinder locks up tight and the trigger resets consistently.

Features & Specs

This Rossi R351 38 Special DA/SA Police Trade-In Revolver is a straightforward, no-nonsense tool. The action is smooth for a service revolver of this era, and the fixed sights are regulated for standard .38 Special loads. Below are the critical specifications and features.

• Manufacturer: Rossi
• Category: Revolvers
• Caliber: .38 Special (not compatible with .357 Magnum)
• Action: Double Action / Single Action (DA/SA)
• Capacity: 5 rounds
• Barrel Length: 2 inches
• Frame: Steel, matte finish with holster wear
• Sights: Fixed front and rear
• Grips: Original rubber or synthetic (may vary by trade-in)

• Police trade-in condition means honest holster wear on the cylinder and barrel
• Mechanically functional with a tight cylinder lock-up and acceptable trigger pull
• No original box or papers; revolver shipped in a plain cardboard box
• Includes one factory grip (may show wear)

• Reliable for defensive use with standard pressure .38 Special ammunition
• Snag-resistant profile suitable for pocket or belt carry
• Simple manual of arms: load, point, shoot

Who It Is For

This Rossi R351 38 Special DA/SA Police Trade-In Revolver is for the shooter who values function over finish. It suits the budget-conscious buyer who wants a working revolver without paying for cosmetic perfection. It is ideal for new shooters learning double-action trigger control, experienced shooters wanting a backup or truck gun, or collectors seeking a representative example of a late-model police revolver. It is not for those requiring a pristine presentation piece or a gun with modern safety features like a transfer bar (check your specific example).

Shipping & FFL

This Rossi R351 38 Special DA/SA Police Trade-In Revolver will ship via common carrier to your chosen Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder. You must have the transfer completed through a licensed dealer. All federal, state, and local laws apply. It is your responsibility to verify that you can legally own this firearm in your jurisdiction. By purchasing, you confirm that you are not prohibited from possessing firearms. No returns or exchanges on firearms after transfer initiation due to condition wear typical of police trade-ins.