Rossi R351 .38 Special +P 2-inch Blued DA/SA Revolver, 5-Shot Compact
This Rossi R351 is a compact, steel-frame, 5-shot revolver chambered in .38 Special and rated by the factory for .38 Special +P. It features a 2-inch barrel, polished blue finish, and DA/SA operation with an exposed, serrated hammer spur. Clear import and origin markings, plus the correct R35102 configuration, make this a straightforward, well-documented example.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This example shows minimal handling evidence. The bore presents a bright, mirror-like interior.
What’s Included
- Rossi factory cardboard box with end label R35102
- Rossi Owner's Manual for Rossi Revolvers
The R351 combines a compact, 2-inch barrel with a steel frame and a polished blue finish for a solid, traditional carry-size revolver. Its 5-shot, swing-out cylinder and DA/SA action provide familiar operation and straightforward maintenance.
Controls and handling features include an exposed, serrated hammer spur and a knurled ejector-rod tip with a short underlug. The black rubber finger-groove grips with Rossi medallions offer a secure hold and are consistent with the model’s factory configuration.
Sights are fixed: a serrated ramped front sight paired with an integral rear notch milled into the topstrap. This simple, durable setup is well-suited to a compact revolver of this type.
Markings indicate manufacture in Brazil by Taurus Armas and import by Braztech Int’l LC, Miami, FL, USA. The yoke/crane interior is stamped "7735" over "351." Factory catalog data lists an overall length of 6.5 inches and a weight of 24 ounces, and the revolver is rated for .38 Special +P. The box end label shows R35102, denoting the 2-inch, blued, 5-shot configuration matching this revolver.