Description

Rossi R351 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver

The Rossi R351 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver represents a practical entry point for shooters seeking a reliable, no-frills revolver built to a service-grade standard. These are former law enforcement sidearms that have been inspected and function-tested before being offered for resale. The Rossi R351 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver features a 2-inch barrel and a six-round cylinder chambered in .38 Special, offering a balance of concealability and stopping power suitable for defensive or range use.

Overview

The Rossi R351 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver is a fixed-sight, double-action revolver originally procured for police departments. As a trade-in firearm, each piece shows holster wear and handling marks consistent with service use, but retains functional integrity. The revolver is built on a compact steel frame with a blued finish. The 2-inch barrel and rounded butt design make it a comfortable option for belt or pocket carry. The Rossi R351 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver is not a collector-grade piece; it is a working firearm intended for practical use.

• Chambered in .38 Special with a 2-inch barrel and 6-round capacity
• Fixed front and rear sights for rapid target acquisition at defensive distances
• Steel frame construction with a blued finish; shows typical police service wear

Features & Specs

The Rossi R351 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver is a straightforward, mechanically sound revolver with a manual safety feature. The cylinder releases to the left for loading and unloading. The double-action trigger pull is consistent with service revolvers of this era, and the single-action pull is crisp. Barrel rifling is intact and the timing and lockup have been verified. These trade-in revolvers are sold as-is with no factory warranty, but each functions as a standard double-action revolver should.

• Manufacturer: Rossi; Category: Revolvers
• Caliber: .38 Special; Cylinder capacity: 6 rounds
• Barrel length: 2 inches; overall length: approximately 7 inches; weight: ~22 ounces
• Action: Double/Single; Sights: Fixed; Finish: Blued (shows holster wear)

Who It Is For

The Rossi R351 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver is suited for budget-conscious shooters who want a functional revolver for home defense, range practice, or as a backup carry piece. It is also a solid choice for those who prefer the simplicity and reliability of a revolver over a semi-automatic pistol. Because of its police trade-in status, it may appeal to collectors of law enforcement surplus or shooters who want a beater revolver that can be carried without concern for cosmetic damage. This is not a safe queen or a competition revolver; it is a tool.

• Home defense or vehicle gun on a tight budget
• Range revolver for practicing .38 Special fundamentals
• Backup or deep-concealment carry option for experienced revolver users

Shipping & FFL

This Rossi R351 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver will ship to a licensed Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealer in your state. You must arrange with your receiving FFL prior to purchase. All applicable federal, state, and local laws apply. Please verify that your FFL is willing to accept transfer of a used police trade-in revolver before ordering. We do not ship to PO boxes, and signature is required upon delivery. By purchasing this item, you certify that you are legally eligible to own a firearm and that the transfer will comply with all laws.