Description
There's something about a polished stainless revolver that a black polymer pistol just can't match, and the Charter Arms Mag Pug in high polish stainless is proof. This is Charter's proven five-shot .357 Magnum built on an all stainless steel frame, barrel, and cylinder, then buffed to a bright mirror-like shine. It also runs .38 Special all day long, so you can train with softer-shooting loads and keep magnums on tap when it counts.
Why the 3 Inch Mag Pug Hits a Sweet Spot
The 3 inch barrel is the smart middle ground in the Mag Pug lineup. You pick up a longer sight radius and a bit more velocity than the snub versions, yet the whole package still measures around 7.3 inches overall and weighs roughly 23 ounces, so it stays easy to carry or stash by the nightstand. The full-size black finger-grooved rubber grip gives your whole hand something to hold onto, which matters when you touch off magnum loads. An adjustable rear sight lets you dial in your point of impact for your preferred load instead of settling for close enough.
Simple, Dependable Charter Arms Engineering
The Mag Pug runs a traditional double action/single action trigger with a standard spurred hammer, so you can thumb it back for a light, crisp single action press at the range or run it straight double action when speed matters. A transfer bar safety means the gun only fires when the trigger is pulled all the way through, giving you safe carry with all five chambers loaded. Owners consistently mention how clean the trigger feels right out of the box, and the one-piece frame design keeps the whole gun mechanically simple with fewer parts to fuss over.
A Working Revolver With Some Shine
Charter Arms builds these in the USA and stands behind them with a lifetime warranty. Between the corrosion-resistant stainless construction, the versatile .357/.38 chambering, and that eye-catching polished finish, this Mag Pug is the kind of revolver that earns a spot in the rotation instead of sitting in the safe. It does the serious work of a defensive wheelgun and looks good doing it.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Charter Arms
- Model: Mag Pug
- Manufacturer Part Number: 73539
- UPC: 678958735390
- Caliber: .357 Magnum (also fires .38 Special)
- Capacity: 5 rounds
- Action: Double Action/Single Action
- Barrel Length: 3 inches
- Overall Length: 7.32 inches
- Weight: 23 oz
- Frame: Stainless steel
- Finish: High polish stainless
- Grips: Black finger-grooved rubber
- Sights: Adjustable rear sight
- Hammer: Standard spurred hammer
- Safety: Transfer bar
What’s Included
- Charter Arms Mag Pug revolver with black rubber grip installed
- Owner's manual
- Factory box
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Charter Arms Mag Pug shoot .38 Special ammo?
Yes. Since it's chambered in .357 Magnum, it safely fires both .357 Magnum and .38 Special, including +P loads. A lot of owners practice with cheaper, softer-shooting .38s and load magnums for home defense. That flexibility is one of the biggest reasons to pick a .357 revolver over a dedicated .38.
How bad is the recoil with full .357 Magnum loads?
At around 23 ounces of all-steel construction with a 3 inch barrel, the Mag Pug handles magnums better than the ultralight snubbies out there. Full-power .357 is still a handful in any compact revolver, but the full-size finger-grooved rubber grip soaks up a lot of it. If you're recoil sensitive, .38 Special loads turn it into a very pleasant shooter.
Is this Mag Pug good for concealed carry or better as a home defense gun?
It works well for both. The 3 inch barrel adds sight radius and velocity over the 2.2 inch version while keeping the overall length around 7.3 inches, so it still rides fine in a good belt holster. The adjustable rear sight and steadier balance also make it a better range gun than most pocket-sized snubs.
Where is the Charter Arms Mag Pug made, and does it come with a warranty?
Charter Arms builds its revolvers in the USA, and the Mag Pug is covered by the company's lifetime warranty. The design uses a one-piece frame and a transfer bar safety, so it's a simple, stout revolver that's easy to live with long term.




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