Description

Rossi M68 .38 Spl Police Trade-In Revolver

If you are looking for a no-nonsense revolver that has been carried by professionals and still has plenty of life left, the rossi m68 .38 spl police trade-in revolver deserves a hard look. These are genuine surplus sidearms from law enforcement agencies, meaning they were holstered often but fired sparingly. You get a rugged, reliable .38 Special with honest wear that shows its history. This is a working gun, not a safe queen, and at this price point it offers serious value for anyone who wants a proven defensive revolver without the premium of a modern retail model.

Overview

The Rossi M68 is a fixed-sight, five-shot revolver chambered in .38 Special. As a police trade-in, each gun has been through departmental armorer inspections and function checks before we offer it for sale. The finish shows holster wear, bluing loss, and handling marks, but the mechanicals are sound. The barrel is clean, the cylinder lockup is tight, and the double-action trigger pull is smooth from years of use. This is a revolver that was built for duty and still performs that role. The rossi m68 .38 spl police trade-in revolver comes with a 2-inch barrel, making it easy to carry or stash in a nightstand drawer. It is a simple, point-and-shoot tool that does not rely on batteries or optics.

Features & Specs

• Caliber: .38 Special (do not use +P ammunition in this model to maintain safe service life)
• Capacity: 5 rounds, swing-out cylinder with simultaneous ejection
• Barrel length: 2 inches; fixed front sight and rear sight groove
• Frame: All-steel construction with a matte blue finish (shows holster wear)
• Action: Double-action/single-action with a transfer bar safety mechanism
• Grips: Original checkered wood grips, typically showing honest handling marks
• Weight: Approximately 22 ounces unloaded, balanced for quick handling

These revolvers were originally purchased for police duty use. They feature a shrouded ejector rod and a heavy barrel profile that helps manage recoil. While the finish is not pretty, the internals are solid. Each rossi m68 .38 spl police trade-in revolver has been inspected, and the timing and endshake are within serviceable limits. Expect minor cosmetic blemishes such as holster wear on the muzzle and cylinder flutes, but no cracks or pitting that affect function.

Who It’s For

• Budget-conscious shooters who want a reliable .38 revolver without spending $500 or more
• New revolver owners looking for a simple, low-maintenance home defense firearm
• Collectors of police surplus who appreciate honest service history and character
• Backup gun carriers who prefer a lightweight, snag-resistant five-shot revolver

This revolver is not for someone who demands a pristine showroom finish. It is for the person who understands that a holster-worn rossi m68 .38 spl police trade-in revolver has been carried by someone who trusted their life to it. It works well as a truck gun, a glovebox companion, or a range trainer for learning double-action fundamentals. If you want a revolver that you can use hard and not worry about scratching, this is it.

Shipping & FFL

Because this is a firearm, it must be shipped to a licensed Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealer in your state. After placing your order, we will contact you to confirm your chosen FFL’s information. Please ensure your FFL is willing to accept transfers from an online retailer. You are responsible for any transfer fees charged by the receiving dealer. We ship to all 50 states where the rossi m68 .38 spl police trade-in revolver is legal, but some states may have additional requirements such as waiting periods or permits. It is your responsibility to comply with all local, state, and federal laws. We do not ship to PO boxes. Expect delivery within 5-10 business days after FFL verification.

• Must ship to a valid FFL dealer
• You will need to provide your FFL’s contact information at checkout
• Adult signature required upon delivery
• No returns on firearms due to cosmetic condition of surplus items