Rossi Model 88 Stainless .38 Special Compact Revolver, 3 in Barrel, Interarms-Imported
This stainless Rossi Model 88 is a compact, 5-shot .38 Special revolver with a 3 in pinned barrel and fixed sights. Interarms-imported and marked "MADE IN BRAZIL," it features stainless construction throughout, checkered hardwood grips with Rossi medallions, and a DA/SA action with a smooth trigger and exposed, checkered spur hammer. The bore is clean with excellent rifling, and the revolver presents in excellent overall condition.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor scratches and small blemishes are present on the stainless surfaces.
What's Included
- Interarms factory box end label for Rossi Model 88 (3 in stainless, .38 SPL) with matching W-prefix serial
This Model 88 is the stainless small-frame variant built in Brazil and imported by Interarms, with clear "MADE IN BRAZIL" and "INTERARMS ALEXANDRIA VIRGINIA" markings. The revolver retains its compact proportions while offering a slightly longer 3 in barrel compared to 2 in snubs.
It uses a pinned stainless barrel and an unshrouded ejector rod, paired with a 5-shot, 5-flute stainless cylinder. The topstrap groove rear sight and serrated ramp front sight provide a straightforward fixed-sight setup.
The action is double-action/single-action with a smooth trigger and an exposed, checkered spur hammer. Checkered hardwood grips with Rossi medallions complete the classic small-frame profile.
Additional identifiers include "M 88" stamped on the crane, a yoke assembly code "T942," and a W-prefix serial on the butt. The stainless finish on the frame, barrel, and cylinder presents uniformly, and the bore is bright with sharp rifling.