Description

Rossi M951 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver

This offering presents a law enforcement trade-in revolver that has served its duty cycle and is now available for civilian purchase. The Rossi M951 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver is a fixed-sight, six-shot revolver chambered in .38 Special, built on a medium steel frame. These firearms were commonly carried by officers as a backup or off-duty weapon, and each unit shows varying degrees of holster wear, finish loss, and handling marks consistent with professional use. Mechanically, each revolver is inspected for function, timing, and lockup prior to sale. This is a utilitarian, no-frills revolver for the shooter who values mechanical reliability over cosmetic condition.

Overview

The Rossi M951 is a six-round, double-action revolver with a 2-inch barrel, designed for close-range defensive use. As a police trade-in, this specific inventory consists of revolvers that were previously carried by law enforcement personnel. The Rossi M951 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver features a blued carbon steel finish, checkered walnut grips, and a fixed front sight. The trigger pull is heavier than modern duty pistols, consistent with the revolver design of its era. These are not safe queens; they are working firearms that show honest wear from service. Each revolver is a functional product that has been inspected to meet basic safety and operational standards.

Features & Specs

• Caliber: .38 Special (six-round capacity, non-fluted cylinder)
• Barrel Length: 2 inches, fixed front blade sight with square-notch rear sight
• Action: Double-action revolver with a transfer bar safety mechanism
• Overall Length: 6.75 inches, unloaded weight of approximately 22 ounces
• Frame Material: Carbon steel with a blued finish, checkered walnut grips

The Rossi M951 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver is a fixed-sight revolver that does not include adjustable sights or a rail system. The cylinder release is a push-button style located on the left side of the frame. The revolver uses a coil mainspring and a hammer-block safety. Cylinder gap and barrel-to-yoke alignment are inspected but may show normal service wear. These revolvers were manufactured by Rossi of Brazil under license and quality control standards that met Brazilian military and police specifications during their production run.

• Trigger pull: Double-action approximately 10-12 pounds, single-action approximately 4-5 pounds
• Safety: Transfer bar system (hammer must be fully cocked to contact firing pin)
• Front sight: Fixed blade, serrated ramp style; rear sight is a fixed square notch

Who It Is For

This revolver is suited for the budget-conscious shooter who wants a functional .38 Special without paying for a new-production firearm. The Rossi M951 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver is ideal for those who appreciate the mechanical simplicity of a revolver, such as new shooters looking for an entry-level defensive handgun, or experienced revolver enthusiasts who want a beater gun for the range or truck. It is also appropriate for collectors of police-marked trade-in firearms who value the service history of these revolvers. This is not a competition revolver, a concealed carry piece that requires a thin profile, or a gun for shooters who demand pristine finish. It is a working revolver with proven police service history.

• Best for: Budget revolver buyers, first-time revolver owners, range use, or backup gun roles
• Not for: Shooters requiring adjustable sights, stainless steel finish, or lightweight alloy frames

Shipping & FFL

This Rossi M951 .38 Special Police Trade-In Revolver will ship directly to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder in your state. You must provide a signed copy of the receiving FFL’s license prior to shipment. All federal, state, and local laws apply to the purchase of this firearm. It is the buyer’s responsibility to verify that they can legally own a handgun in their jurisdiction. Shipping is via a common carrier with adult signature required. No returns or exchanges are accepted on firearms due to the nature of FFL transfers. Inspection of the revolver is recommended at the receiving FFL before accepting transfer. If the firearm fails a basic function check at the FFL, contact customer service within 48 hours of delivery for resolution options. We do not ship to PO boxes or APO addresses for handguns. Please allow 5-10 business days for processing and shipping after FFL verification.