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Moon clips are the tax most revolvers charge for running semi-auto cartridges. They bend in your pocket, they slow down reloads when they warp, and losing one at the range is a headache. The Charter Arms Pitbull in .40 S&W does away with them completely. A patented dual coil spring assembly built into the extractor grips each rimless case right in the chamber, holding it secure for firing and kicking it clear when you press the ejector rod. Load five, shoot, eject, reload. Same routine as a .38 Special, just with a harder-hitting semi-auto round.
That extractor system is the headline, but the rest of the package holds its own. The 2.3 inch barrel keeps the overall length to about 7.3 inches, and at roughly 20 ounces the Pitbull carries all day without dragging your belt down. The DA/SA action gives you a smooth double action pull when speed matters and a lighter single action break when you have time to cock the hammer. Fixed sights mean nothing to snag or knock out of alignment, and the transfer bar keeps the gun from firing unless the trigger is fully pulled. Finger-grooved rubber grips soak up a fair amount of the .40's snap, which makes practice sessions a lot more pleasant than the barrel length might suggest.
Charter Arms treats the barrel, cylinder, and frame with its Blacknitride+ process, which hardens the surface rather than just coating it. The result is a scratch-resistant finish that cuts friction, resists holster wear, and extends the working life of the rifling and chambers. For anyone who already stocks .40 S&W for a semi-auto, the Pitbull is a natural companion piece: one caliber to buy, and a revolver that feeds it without a single clip to fuss over.
No, and that is the whole point of this revolver. Charter Arms built a patented dual coil spring assembly into the extractor that grabs each rimless .40 S&W case inside the chamber. Rounds load, hold, and eject just like a rimmed cartridge would, so there are no clips to bend, load, or lose.
It has some pop, no way around that with a 20 ounce gun and a 2.3 inch barrel. That said, the finger-grooved rubber grips do a solid job spreading the recoil across your hand, and most people find it very manageable with standard pressure loads. It is snappier than a .38 but well short of punishing.
That is one of the best reasons to pick one up. You can feed your revolver and your semi-auto from the same ammo supply, which simplifies buying in bulk and keeps range days easy. It makes a lot of sense as a backup or nightstand companion to a .40 duty pistol.
Blacknitride+ is a surface hardening treatment rather than a paint-style coating, so it becomes part of the metal itself. It resists scratches and holster wear, reduces friction in the action, and extends the life of the rifling and chambers. It is one of the tougher finishes you will find on a carry revolver at this level.
| UPC | 678958640205 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 64020 |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | Revolver |
| Barrel Finish | Black Nitride |
| Barrel Length | 2.3" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .40 S&W |
| Capacity | 5 |
| Length | 7.12 |
| Package Height | 8.0 |
| Package Width | 3.0 |
| Product Type | Revolver |
| Safety | Transfer Bar |
| Shipping Weight | 2.4 |
| Sights | Fixed |
| Sights Type | Fixed Sights |
| Units per Box | 1 |
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