Description

Rossi R351 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver

When a police department cycles its sidearms, the trade-ins that hit the market often carry honest wear and solid mechanical bones. The Rossi R351 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver is exactly that kind of firearm: a no-frills, duty-proven revolver that saw real service and still has plenty of life left. If you are looking for a reliable .38 Special wheelgun that won’t break the bank, this trade-in is worth a close look.

Overview

The Rossi R351 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver is a six-shot revolver built on a sturdy steel frame. These revolvers were carried by officers in various departments, meaning they were maintained to a standard, holstered often, and fired during qualifications. What you get is a workhorse revolver with honest finish wear, good lockup, and a bore that typically shows minimal erosion. The Rossi R351 model is known for its smooth double-action trigger and manageable recoil, making it a practical choice for range use, home defense, or as a backup gun. Each revolver is a true police trade-in, so condition varies, but the value is consistent.

Features & Specs

This revolver is straightforward and built for function. Here is what you can expect from the Rossi R351 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver:

• Caliber: .38 Special, 6-round cylinder
• Barrel length: 2 inches, snub-nose configuration for easy carry
• Frame: All-steel construction, blued finish with holster wear and handling marks
• Sights: Fixed front blade and rear notch, standard for defensive use
• Action: Double-action/single-action with a transfer bar safety
• Grips: Standard checkered hardwood or rubber grips, depending on the specific trade-in batch

The Rossi R351 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver is not a safe queen. It is a working gun that shows its history through honest wear on the cylinder flutes, barrel edges, and backstrap. Mechanically, each revolver is inspected for function, timing, and bore condition before it is listed.

• Cylinder gap and endshake are checked to ensure safe operation
• Trigger pull is consistent with factory specifications for this model
• Bore is examined for pitting or obstructions

Who It’s For

This revolver fits a few different roles. If you are a budget-minded shooter who wants a .38 Special for plinking or practice, the Rossi R351 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver gives you a real piece of law enforcement history at a fraction of the cost of a new snub-nose. It is also a solid option for someone looking for a truck gun, a glovebox companion, or a simple home defense revolver that does not require a manual safety or magazine management. Because it is a trade-in, it is also a good pick for collectors who appreciate the character of a carried firearm, or for anyone who wants a beater revolver they can use without worrying about pristine finish.

• Shooters on a budget who want a reliable .38 Special
• Those who prefer a simple, manual-safety-free revolver for defense
• Collectors of police trade-in firearms or Rossi revolvers

Shipping & FFL

This Rossi R351 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver will ship to your chosen Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealer. After placing your order, we will require a copy of the receiving FFL’s license on file before we ship. Please confirm with your local dealer that they accept transfers from online retailers. Shipping is via a common carrier with adult signature required. All applicable federal, state, and local laws apply. It is your responsibility to ensure you can legally possess this firearm in your jurisdiction. We do not ship to P.O. boxes for firearms; provide a physical address for the FFL location.