Rossi M518 22 LR Police Trade-In Revolver

The rossi m518 22 lr police trade-in revolver represents a reliable and economical entry into the world of rimfire wheelguns. Sourced directly from law enforcement inventory, these revolvers exhibit honest holster wear and handling marks consistent with service use, but retain functional integrity and mechanical soundness. Each piece is a genuine surplus firearm, not a commercial reproduction, offering shooters a piece of police history at a practical price point. The 22 Long Rifle chambering makes this an ideal training or plinking platform with minimal recoil and low ammunition cost.

Overview

Built on Rossi’s proven small-frame platform, the M518 is a six-shot double-action/single-action revolver with a 4-inch barrel. The rossi m518 22 lr police trade-in revolver features a blued carbon steel finish and checkered synthetic grips for a secure hold. Law enforcement trade-in units typically show finish wear on the cylinder flutes, barrel edges, and grip frame, but bores and cylinders are inspected for serviceability. This model lacks a transfer bar safety system, employing a traditional hammer-block mechanism. Cylinder timing and lockup are verified before listing. The rear sight is a fixed square notch; the front sight is a serrated ramp blade. Overall length measures 9.5 inches with an unloaded weight of approximately 28 ounces.

Features & Specs

• Action Type: Double-action / single-action revolver with six-round capacity in 22 Long Rifle. Cylinder is fluted and swings out on a crane for loading via manual ejection rod.
• Barrel & Sights: 4-inch barrel with 1:16 twist rate. Fixed rear notch and serrated front ramp sight. Barrel is pinned to the frame. No rail or optics mounting provisions.
• Materials & Finish: Carbon steel frame, barrel, and cylinder with blued finish. Synthetic checkered grip panels with Rossi medallion. Smooth trigger face with serrated trigger guard.
• Mechanical Condition: Police trade-in condition. Cylinder gap within 0.006-inch tolerance. Bore may show light fouling or pitting. Timing verified via hand and ratchet inspection. No cracks or repairs to frame or yoke.

Who It’s For

The rossi m518 22 lr police trade-in revolver suits budget-conscious shooters who value mechanical simplicity over cosmetic perfection. It appeals to collectors of police surplus who want a period-correct training revolver. It also works well for new shooters learning double-action trigger control without the expense of centerfire ammunition. Gunsmiths and hobbyists will appreciate the platform as a base for customization or as a donor for parts. This is not a defensive-ready handgun for modern carry; it is a range tool and a historical artifact of law enforcement procurement. The fixed sights and standard trigger pull weight (approximately 12 pounds DA / 4 pounds SA) demand fundamental marksmanship skills.

Shipping & FFL

This rossi m518 22 lr police trade-in revolver ships from our warehouse in a plain cardboard box with no original case or paperwork. All firearms are shipped via insured ground carrier with adult signature required. Shipping costs are calculated at checkout based on destination. The purchaser must have the firearm shipped to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder in their state of residence. Please confirm with your chosen FFL that they accept shipments from out-of-state dealers before ordering. Some states and localities have additional restrictions on revolver transfers; it is the buyer’s responsibility to ensure compliance with all applicable laws. No returns are accepted on firearms after transfer is initiated. A valid government-issued photo ID and completed ATF Form 4473 are required at pickup. International shipping is not available.