Rossi R351 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver

The Rossi R351 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver offers a reliable, budget-conscious entry into the world of .38 Special defensive revolvers. Sourced from law enforcement inventories, these trade-in revolvers carry honest holster wear and proven mechanical function. For shooters seeking a no-nonsense five-shot revolver with a track record of service, the Rossi R351 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver delivers value without compromise on the fundamentals of revolver performance.

Overview

Rossi has manufactured the Model R351 as a service-grade revolver chambered in .38 Special, a cartridge trusted for over a century in both police and civilian roles. These specific units are genuine police trade-ins, meaning they have been carried by officers and replaced during standard department armor upgrades. Each Rossi R351 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver has been inspected and function-checked prior to listing. The revolver features a carbon steel frame and cylinder, with a matte finish that shows the character of service use. Expect normal holster wear, cylinder drag lines, and minor finish loss consistent with professional carry. These are working firearms, not safe queens.

Features & Specs

• Caliber: .38 Special (will not accept .357 Magnum)
• Capacity: 5 rounds, swing-out cylinder with simultaneous ejection
• Barrel length: 2-inch barrel, fixed front sight and rear notch
• Frame material: carbon steel, matte blued finish
• Action type: double-action / single-action revolver with exposed hammer
• Grips: checkered walnut or rubber service-style grips (may vary by trade-in batch)
• Overall length: approximately 7.5 inches, weight about 24 ounces empty

The Rossi R351 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver is a compact, concealable revolver suitable for personal defense, backup carry, or range use. The double-action trigger pull is smooth, and the single-action let-off is crisp. Cylinder lockup is tight. These revolvers are mechanically sound and ready for immediate service.

Who It’s For

This revolver is ideal for three types of shooters. First, the budget-conscious buyer who wants a proven defensive handgun without paying new-retail prices. The Rossi R351 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver gives you a service-worthy revolver at a fraction of the cost of a new equivalent. Second, the revolver enthusiast who appreciates the history and honest wear of a law enforcement service weapon. Each revolver has been part of a department’s daily carry rotation. Third, the new shooter seeking a simple, reliable platform for home defense or concealed carry. The .38 Special cartridge is manageable for recoil-sensitive shooters, and the revolver’s manual of arms is straightforward: load, point, press the trigger. There are no safeties to fumble with, no slides to rack.

Shipping & FFL

This Rossi R351 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver will ship to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealer of your choice. Upon placing your order, you must provide the name and contact information of your receiving FFL. We will ship via a common carrier with adult signature required. Your chosen FFL will perform the mandatory NICS background check at the time of transfer. Please confirm with your FFL that they accept shipments from private retailers and are willing to process the transfer. We do not ship to PO boxes, and we cannot ship to addresses in states or localities where the sale of this firearm is prohibited by law. It is your responsibility to know and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding firearm ownership and transfer. By purchasing this Rossi R351 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver, you certify that you are legally eligible to possess a firearm.