Description

Rossi M88 38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver

When law enforcement agencies cycle their sidearms, the result is often a reliable, proven design entering the surplus market at a compelling value. The rossi m88 38 special police trade-in revolver represents exactly that opportunity. Built on Rossi’s established small-frame platform, this five-shot revolver has been carried and qualified with by officers, then returned to service-ready condition. It offers a straightforward, no-nonsense option for those who need a functional defensive revolver without the premium of a new-production firearm.

Overview

The rossi m88 38 special police trade-in revolver is a compact, fixed-sight revolver chambered in .38 Special. Originally issued as a backup or off-duty weapon, these revolvers feature a 2-inch barrel, a shrouded ejector rod, and a traditional double-action/single-action trigger system. Each piece has been inspected, function-checked, and graded for wear consistent with police service. Holster wear, finish thinning, and minor handling marks are common, but the mechanical integrity and timing are verified. This is a working revolver, not a safe queen, and it is priced accordingly for the budget-conscious buyer.

Features & Specs

• Caliber: .38 Special (5-round cylinder) — a proven defensive round with manageable recoil and wide ammunition availability.
• Barrel length: 2 inches; overall length of approximately 7 inches, making it concealable under a jacket or in a belt holster.
• Frame: Solid steel construction with a matte blue or parkerized finish typical of police trade-in firearms; weight approximately 22 ounces unloaded.

Additional specifications include a fixed front sight and a notch rear sight, a transfer bar safety mechanism, and checkered hardwood or rubber grips. The double-action trigger pull is consistent with service revolver standards, and the single-action break is clean for aimed fire. These are pre-owned revolvers with visible use but functional internals, selected from department turn-ins.

Who It’s For

This rossi m88 38 special police trade-in revolver is ideal for the shooter who wants a reliable .38 Special without paying new-retail prices. It suits the new revolver owner looking for an affordable entry point, the seasoned shooter who appreciates the simplicity of a fixed-sight DA/SA revolver, or anyone building a truck gun or glovebox defensive tool. Because these are surplus items, they also appeal to collectors of law enforcement trade-in firearms who value the honest wear and history of police service. If you intend to carry, practice, or simply keep a no-frills revolver for home defense, this model delivers the fundamentals without unnecessary refinements.

• Budget-focused shooters seeking a functional, tested revolver under typical new-production cost.
• Concealed carriers who prefer a small-frame .38 Special for backup or off-body carry.
• Collectors of police surplus who want a documented trade-in revolver with visible service history.

Shipping & FFL

This rossi m88 38 special police trade-in revolver is a firearm and must be shipped to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder in your state. Please provide your chosen FFL’s current license information at checkout. We ship via insured ground service to all states where possession of a .38 Special revolver is legal. Local laws regarding magazine capacity, age restrictions, and waiting periods apply. It is your responsibility to verify that your receiving FFL accepts shipments from private retailers and that you comply with all state and municipal requirements. A signature is required upon delivery. No returns are accepted on firearms after transfer; please inspect the revolver at your FFL before accepting the transfer.

• Shipment to a licensed FFL dealer only; no direct-to-consumer shipping.
• Standard processing time: 1-3 business days; transit time varies by location.
• Cannot ship to PO boxes; a physical street address for the receiving FFL is required.