Description
Optics-ready revolvers are still a rare breed, and ones that show up with the red dot already installed are rarer still. Charter Arms went ahead and did the work for you here. The Mag Pug 13535 ships from the factory with a Sightmark micro red dot mounted on a Picatinny rail machined into the frame, so you can load five rounds of .357 Magnum and get to work without hunting down plates, screws, or a gunsmith.
Why the Mag Pug Earns Its Keep
Charter Arms has been building revolvers in Connecticut since 1964, and their approach has always been simple: fewer parts, a solid one-piece steel frame, and guns that run without fuss. This Mag Pug carries that same DNA. The 3 inch barrel gives you a longer sight radius and a bit more velocity than a snub, while the whole package stays compact at just over 7 inches and light enough to carry all day. The black passivate finish keeps things low key and shrugs off wear, and the full-size black rubber combat grips soak up magnum recoil far better than the skinny panels you find on a lot of small-frame revolvers. Since it is chambered in .357 Magnum, you can also run .38 Special for cheaper, softer practice sessions.
A Red Dot That Makes Sense on a Wheelgun
The included Sightmark micro optic is a smart match for this platform. It features auto brightness adjustment, so the dot adapts to your lighting whether you are indoors at the range or out in bright daylight. The aluminum housing is shockproof and water resistant, and battery life is measured in years, not range trips. A dot on a defensive revolver takes the guesswork out of short-barrel sight pictures, and fixed sights are still there underneath if you ever want to run it old school.
Mag Pug .357 at the Range and Beyond
The traditional double action/single action trigger gives you options: a smooth double-action pull for defensive work, or cock the exposed hammer for deliberate single-action shots. For home protection, trail carry, or anyone who wants magnum reliability with modern aiming speed, this is a genuinely practical combination straight out of the box.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Charter Arms
- Model: Mag Pug
- MPN: 13535
- UPC: 678958135350
- Caliber: .357 Magnum (also fires .38 Special)
- Capacity: 5 Rounds
- Action: Double Action/Single Action
- Barrel Length: 3 inches
- Overall Length: 7.32 inches
- Frame: Steel with Integrated Picatinny Rail
- Finish: Black Passivate
- Grips: Black Combat Rubber
- Sights: Fixed Sights
- Optic: Sightmark Micro Red Dot (Included, Factory Mounted)
- Hammer: Exposed
- Weight: Approx. 21-23 oz
What’s Included
- Charter Arms Mag Pug .357 Magnum revolver
- Sightmark micro red dot optic (factory mounted)
- Factory box and manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I shoot .38 Special through the Mag Pug .357 Magnum?
Yes. Like any revolver chambered in .357 Magnum, the Mag Pug will safely fire .38 Special, including +P loads. That makes range days a lot more affordable and easier on the hands, while you can still load full-power magnums when it counts.
What red dot comes on the Charter Arms Mag Pug 13535?
It ships with a Sightmark micro red dot mounted from the factory on the frame's integrated Picatinny rail. The optic has auto brightness adjustment, an aluminum alloy housing, water and shock resistance, and an extremely long battery life. It arrives installed, so it is ready to zero right out of the box.
Is the Mag Pug with red dot practical for concealed carry?
It can be, with the right holster. At roughly 21 to 23 ounces with a 3 inch barrel and a low-riding micro optic, it is compact enough for belt carry, though the rail and dot add a little bulk compared to a bare snub. Many folks land on it as a do-it-all gun for home protection, trail carry, and range use.
Does the Mag Pug still have iron sights under the optic?
Yes, the revolver has fixed sights built into the gun. The micro red dot sits low on the frame's Picatinny rail, and since the mount is standard Picatinny, you can swap or remove the optic if you ever want a different setup.





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