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There's something about a black revolver with pearl grips that just looks right. The Charter Arms Undercover Lite in this black and pearl setup takes one of the most trusted names in snub-nose revolvers and gives it a look you won't see in every gun case. Underneath the good looks is a serious carry gun: a 7075 aircraft-grade aluminum frame that keeps the whole package around 12 ounces, paired with a black passivate finished barrel and cylinder that shrug off daily wear.
Charter Arms built its reputation on the original Undercover back in the 1960s, and the Lite version carries that legacy with a lot less heft. Five rounds of .38 Special ride in the cylinder, and the gun is rated for +P loads, so you can carry modern defensive ammo with confidence. The 2 inch barrel and fixed sights keep the profile snag-free and simple. There's nothing to adjust, nothing to knock loose, and nothing to fuss with. Draw, aim, press the trigger. That simplicity is exactly why so many folks still trust a wheelgun for personal protection.
At roughly 6.75 inches overall, this revolver rides comfortably in an IWB holster, a jacket pocket, or a bag without dragging your waistband down. The traditional hammer gives you the option of a light single-action press for deliberate shots or a smooth double-action pull when speed matters. And those pearl-style grips aren't just for show. They fill the hand nicely and wipe clean easily. Whether this is your first revolver or the newest addition to a growing collection, the Undercover Lite delivers real-deal American-made reliability in a package that's genuinely easy to live with.
Yes, the Undercover Lite is rated for .38 Special +P loads, so it will run modern defensive ammunition just fine. That said, a 12 ounce revolver will let you feel +P recoil more than a heavier steel gun. A lot of owners practice with standard pressure loads and carry +P, which is a smart way to keep range time comfortable.
It weighs right around 12 ounces unloaded thanks to its 7075 aircraft-grade aluminum frame. That's light enough that you genuinely forget it's on your belt or in a pocket holster. Combined with the 2 inch barrel and roughly 6.75 inch overall length, it's one of the easier revolvers out there to carry all day.
This model features a traditional exposed hammer, giving you both double-action and single-action fire. You can thumb the hammer back for a lighter, crisper trigger press or just pull straight through in double action. If you prefer a snag-free hammerless design, Charter Arms offers concealed hammer versions of the Undercover Lite as well.
You can. Charter Arms uses a universal small-frame grip pattern across models like the Undercover, Undercover Lite, Bulldog, and Pathfinder, so aftermarket options in rubber, rosewood, and G10 are widely available. Most sets install in minutes with just a screwdriver. The factory pearl-style grips look great, though, so plenty of owners never touch them.
| UPC | 678958138221 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 13822 |
| Barrel Finish | Black Passivate |
| Barrel Length | 2" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .38 Special |
| Capacity | 5 |
| Sights | Fixed |
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