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There is a reason the snub nose .357 has stuck around for decades, and the Charter Arms Mag Pug is one of the more sensible takes on the formula. This is the double action only version, model 73521, which means the hammer rides concealed inside the frame. Nothing to snag when you draw from a pocket or under a jacket, and one consistent trigger pull every single time. For a defensive revolver, that simplicity is a real strength.
At 23 ounces with a stainless steel frame, barrel, and cylinder, the Mag Pug hits a nice middle ground. It is light enough to carry all day but has enough heft to keep .357 Magnum recoil manageable, and Charter ported the 2.2 inch barrel to knock the muzzle flip down further. The full size black rubber grip gives your whole hand something to hold onto, which matters a lot more with magnum loads than people expect. Five rounds ride in the cylinder, and if full power magnums are more than you want for range days, it happily digests .38 Special for cheaper, softer practice.
Charter has been making American revolvers since the 1960s, and the Mag Pug carries their signature construction touches. The one piece barrel with integral lug and front sight keeps things solid, the frame locks the cylinder yoke into place rather than relying on a small retention screw, and the hammer block system will not let the hammer fall unless the trigger is pulled fully to the rear. Fixed sights mean there is nothing to knock out of adjustment, which is exactly what you want on a gun that may spend most of its life in a holster or nightstand.
This is a working gun, plain and simple. The matte stainless finish shrugs off sweat and holster wear, the DAO trigger smooths out nicely with use, and the whole package is compact enough to disappear on your hip. If you want serious stopping power in a revolver that stays simple under stress, the Mag Pug DAO earns its spot.
Yes. Like any .357 Magnum revolver, the Mag Pug will safely fire .38 Special, including +P loads. Most owners practice with .38s to keep range time comfortable and affordable, then load full power .357 or .38 +P defensive ammo for carry.
No, this is the double action only version with a fully concealed hammer. There is no spur to cock and nothing to snag on clothing during a draw, which is exactly why a lot of folks prefer this configuration for pocket or waistband carry. Every trigger pull is the same double action stroke.
Full power magnums in a 23 ounce snubby will get your attention, no way around that. That said, the ported barrel vents gas upward to fight muzzle flip, and the full size rubber grip spreads recoil across your whole hand. Running .38 Special for most of your practice keeps things very manageable.
It is. Charter Arms builds their revolvers in the United States and has been doing so since the 1960s. The Mag Pug uses their one piece barrel design and a frame that locks the cylinder yoke directly in place, both hallmarks of how Charter puts their guns together.
| UPC | 678958735215 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 73521 |
| Action | |
| Barrel Finish | Matte Stainless |
| Barrel Length | 2.2" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .357 Magnum |
| Capacity | 5 |
| Length | 10.3500 |
| Product Type | Revolver |
| Safety | No Safety |
| Sights | Fixed Front |
| Sights Type | FIXED |
| State Restriction (CA) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO CALIFORNIA |
| Units per Box | 1 |
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