Rossi Model 68 .38 Special Nickel 3-Inch Revolver – Interarms Import, 1980s Brazilian Compact
This Interarms-imported Rossi Model 68 delivers classic 1980s Brazilian craftsmanship in a compact, 5-shot .38 Special package. Its uncommon 3-inch barrel balances concealability with improved sight radius, while the full-nickel finish and checkered walnut grips give it a distinctive look. An early D-prefix serial places this revolver in the first export runs, produced before the Taurus acquisition, making it a notable piece for shooters and collectors alike.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Rifling Condition: Good Rifling – Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The revolver exhibits visible scratches, blemishes, and areas of finish loss consistent with normal carry and holster wear.
What’s Included
- Rossi Model 68 revolver
The Model 68 follows the proven double-action/single-action layout inspired by the Smith & Wesson J-frame, yet retains its own Brazilian identity. The exposed hammer allows both rapid double-action fire and precise single-action shots.
Its 3-inch carbon-steel barrel, paired with a serrated ramp front sight and square-notch rear sight milled into the top strap, offers a longer sight radius than most snub-nose revolvers without adding excessive bulk.
The full-nickel finish on the carbon-steel frame and cylinder provides corrosion resistance and an eye-catching appearance. Checkered walnut grips with Rossi medallions deliver a secure, comfortable hold.
Imported by INTERARMS of Alexandria, Virginia, this revolver carries the import mark on the frame and reflects an era when Rossi supplied affordable service sidearms to law enforcement worldwide.