Charter Arms Undercover .38 Special Snub Nose Revolver - A classic snubby
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- Опубліковано 9 лип 2024
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I borrowed this from a coworker who loves this snub nose revolver. She said she loves the size and weight of it. It is very light, so light that I thought it was a aluminum frame but turns out its steel. I was less than impressed with the build quality.... Seems like it wasn't built very tough and you can see where they cut corners in the finish. However, if you want a decent back up gun or purse/car gun, this would be perfect. How can you screw up a revolver right?
I was only given permission to borrow this revolver for one day because it is my coworkers only firearm. So I wasn't able to shoot but I really want to get some shooting impressions of it. She said she always carries it so maybe we can head to the indoor range one day at lunch and I'll film it. - Розваги
I carried a charter arms undercover. 38 as a bail bondsman . Wonderful little weapon and comfortable to carry..
I have carried a Charter Arms .38 but mine is labeled Off Duty Have carried it for 40 years.
I own one, and I have to say, for a everyday CCW, its great. Not designed to be a combat pistol, its a great defensive revolver. If I am going to open carry, Id carry something else, but its great, light weight. At the range, it fires fine. No issues with the cylinder or anything. However, after firing it a few times, putting about 20 rounds through it, the gun powder residue started to make the cylinder stick when trying to open it to empty it. Cleaned it up, and kept on firing. I can wear this all day, and not worry. For the price point, and for its intended purpose, its great. I bought my wife one too.
+Garett Castle What exactly is the difference between a combat pistol and a defensive revolver?
+MrTdw1954 Well, ammo capacity for one, barrel length for another. Yes, they both can put down a bad guy, but a combat pistol like the M9 currently being used has 15rds a magazine, while most revolvers are 5-6 rounds, and not easily reloaded unless you are carrying speed loaders, and then you have the bulk issue vs slimmer magazines. The barrel length of a combat pistol is typically longer, thus more accurate vs a shorter barreled defensive wheelgun with a barrel length in the 2.5" - 3" range. Sights may also be a difference. While a lot of (not all) small to medium frame revolvers have a front sight, they typically have a rear sight channel or grove. At the ranges that you will be engaging anything, accuracy isnt much of an issue. Combat pistols have rear and front adjustable sights to make sure you can effectively put 2 to the body, and one to the head.
@@garettcastle2335 too many people miss the whole point of these super light weight charter pistols. They are affordable back up defence weapons. Boot guns, front pocket hide aways, get you out of a jam. Most combat weapons are heavy, expensive, and desighned for the "offencive:"
Mine is reliable, accurate and affordable. With a lifetime warranty. Made in the USA.
Got one the other day. Love it. Absolutely love it.
How 'bout an update? Still love it? I'm considering it. Thanks!
Charter Arms Off Duty. 5 rounds 38. Light, small, easy to carry, reliable. Hammerless design. No snags. No jams. No brainier.
I have a Mag Pug. Love it! No problems at all in 2 years of ownership.
Looking at getting an Undercover Lite next. Can't go wrong with a Charter Arms revolver.
Correct, excellent gun as always.
This is a weapon for people who have lives, see them as necessary tools, don't worship them, and have no plans to make love to the weapon. It's $370, not $670 like the S&W version.
Bruno TaTa that’s where your an idiot the 637/642 s&w is literally 400-420 new LOL But hey buy your junk
Charter Arms is by no means "Junk". I have a Pathfinder and a Undercover. Both have gone bang through thousands of rounds with no signs of letting up.
I've had mine for over 10 years no issues
@@brysonw1815
I have the mag pug .357 and it's always gone bang.
Just saying
It's a extremely reliable revolver.
Well, it’s 2022 now, and they’ve fixed most of the problems identified in this video. You can get a full sight picture on double action. I just got the current production model of the one here in the video, and while the appearance is still pretty pedestrian, it is a solid weapon. Street price is now around $350-$400 or so out of the door online.
Trigger pull on the one I just got is very good on both single and double action. Got very good accuracy on my first trip to the range with it, even with +P Underwood rounds. With standard pressure 130 grain range ammo it is a joy to shoot.
Highly recommend, in terms of practical value for the money. In terms of accuracy and shootability, you won’t do any better at all with most higher-priced .38 snubbies from the “prestige” outfits. Time will tell in my case if the durability/reliability is there, but initial impressions as of this writing are excellent.
The revolver that took the life of Phill Hartman. RIP Phill. 🙏
I saw one of these for sale, brand new, for $320 the other day. I've never owned a Charter Arms firearm, but I've never heard anything bad about them, except from trolls on the internet.
since 1978 wife has one .38 spl always works ..purse safe , ready to go , aim pull trigger .., no slide to work or safety ..
Right, they are really fine, I've had a few of them for over 45 years, also have a new one, excellent quality and plus P rated .
I have had one over a year and LOVE it. 17 ounces 38 hollow points goes bang when i pull the trigger. Finish and trigger great. I see the front sight with hammer down. maybe i got a good one lol
I have an older one and it goes bang every time I pull the trigger. Nice vid.
I have the .357 Mag Pug. These are under rated revolvers. Not as Pretty as a S&W but they get the job done.
Bought a pair of these, 30 plus years ago. Never had a problem with them.
I have a vintage charter arms undercover 38, and love it!!! Mine's from the late 70's. It's also way more accurate than expected with the 168gr lead semi-wadcutters I'm shooting!!! I can fairly easy keep all 5 on a playing card out to 10 yards.
I have a January, 2008 one from Shelton, Conn on the barrel. I have put at this point around 300 rounds through it with no problem and done a lot of dry firing when I first got it with no problems. It is beside me right now with Hornady Critical Defense rounds in it.
Got the Charter Police Undercover, which has 6 rounds. I love it.
Thanks for pointing out the '' quality '' aspects of this weapon.
It's a good CCW. If you have to ever pull trigger on that very rare instance you will have plenty.
That might be an old one because my Undercover dosent have a pinned barrel like that one does. Also i think Charter Arms listened to everyone's complaints because on my new Undercover the hammer is not in the way of sight picture. Also Charter Arms has one of the BEST customer services ever in existence of firearms companies. They also have lifetime warranties.
I agree
I think they made these revolver's for a point and shoot scenerio, not for aiming over a certain distance, I could be wrong. One of my local dealers has one, will be getting it soon.
Exactly, or back up, or front pocket defence
Windicator is another cheap revolver, but I will put the Charter Arms in the category of a "budget revolver". It's not quite Hi Point grade, but even Hi Point makes a gun that will probably work 99.99% of the time. Hi Point & Charter Arms both have great warranties.
If you can get ammo for a 38 spl keep in mind with these guns you have really practice to be good with it .
Just bought one from gun shop. I pick it up along with EAA 357/38 SP on Monday.
I have an older C/A 38, from my Dad. It is an ok revolver, more meant to be carried a lot, and shot a little. Such a light 38 is not fun to shoot a lot with real full power ammo.
OP comparing an old police trade in S&W Model 10 to the Charter Arms .38s is like comparing apples to oranges. I recently bought an old police trade in S&W Model 10 and that sucker is one solid gun. And that old S&W Model 10 trigger is sweet. Looks like mine was carried many years but NOT shot out by any means. I am currently waiting for my Charter Arms Undercover Lite model to get in. SUPPOSEDLY weighs only 12 oz! Don't plan to shoot thousands of rounds through it so hope it will hold up for me. I sure like the idea of having a 12 oz. snubbie in my leather OWB Blackhawk holster instead of one that weighs about 23 oz. Thanks for your video.
Fast foward today 4-6-21 i have a new charter arms undercover with factory crimsontrace laser grips much better quality very tight lockup +p rated very good gun still under 500
review from a guy who knows nothing about guns reviewing a gun he never shot and doesn't own.
Death Larsen He is calling it a “Undercover” when the gun he is showing is actually an Undercover LITE.
Being from New Mexico, my wife wants the Santa Fe edition
Correct me if I'm wrong, but wasn't John Lennon shot with a Charter Arms .38?
Good clear review. Well, again you get what you pay for but still they are affordable and get the job done and stand by their products with good service too.
Perfect EDC. ....so want one. Revolvers are so cool.
Drooling over the new Colt Cobra. ...so nice.
I do have one of those that I bought for one purpose : to keep in my night stand. For CCW I prefer an automatic SIG or Walther, but this one personal preference not judging the gun. I own about 14 handguns, revolvers and (semi) automatics.Yes, it is not a Smith or a Colt, but as two inch"last stand" tool it will do everything the fancy pants pieces do.One IMPORTANT detail, Charter Arms has a lightweight LEFT HANDED model. No one else does and you could not give me for free those new S&W with that keyed manual safety. S&W is ONLY concerned with their next DOLLAR THEY COULD NOT CARE LESS ABOUT GUN OWNERS and since that Clinton gigolo administration have been groveling to the gun grabbers .
I have the UC Lite, weight is 14oz. I use graphite lock oil on the trigger and hammer parts to reduce the double action trigger pull. Great guns for the price. I would have no problem relying on mine in a life/death situation .
Wow... my Charter Undercover (Tiger) is a lot different. It says ,"Shelton CT." My front sight has serrations. My hammer doesn't obstruct the sights at all. The single action is super light. Like, significantly lighter than my LCRx. I can't even do the weird little thing you were doing because I honestly can't pull it light enough without it firing. I understand that several different people have owned the company over the years but, it's just crazy how different they are.
Could tell from the beginning that you don't like Charter Arms. I have 2charter arms a 38 snub and a 32 H&R mag. I never had a problem with any of them. Poor report.
Yes, I don't know why he bothered reviewing it, he doesn't like it, pretty much flaming it the single pull however is about the same as my S&W, of course it's a lot less money then the S&W, but still is excellent quality , the new ones are always very good, well made, but comparing to a model #10 I wouldn't do, still a really excellent gun for the money is the Charter Arms undercover .38.
I own one of these and mine doesn't make that sound when you barely pull the trigger in single action. And the single action pull is really soft on mine, its the double action pull that is really heavy.
A 3 pound single action pull is great!
A previous owner had the trigger reworked on mine, and it's dang nice!!!
Thanks for the nice, in-depth review! In terms of conceal carry, how does this compare to the Smith and Wesson Model 637? I like how they both give you the option of pulling the hammer down, so you can pull off more accurate shots.
Now charter arms is built and manufactured and own by Taurus USA.
Their advertising slogan for it was " A pound of protection "
Whats better taurus m85 or this?
You mentioned the Armscor m 206 and said it has plastic grips that look like wood. The grips are wood, and the gun goes bang when I pull the trigger. The equivalent Charter Arms (Police Undercover) was somethingike $90.00 more expensive, and didn't have wooden grips.
I have the Tiger stripe 38. Neat little gun
Would this be the same gun model as the old glory??.
I'm a Taurus fan but I read up on Charters reputation and went to Target in Kzoo Mi held the Taurus .38 Special which dug into my thumb and finger joint. Then I felt the Charter Undercover Lite and it felt like a friend. Very light in hand too. Not sure if I like the +p option the ammo price for it is $$$$$$. What's the purpose for +p anyway?
+ p. Added power rounds do absolutley NO good in short snub nose barrels. Wastng money w them on shorty's
They also make one called the “southpaw”.
Are you going to shoot the gun with the clyinder open ? The actual lock up on the Charter is stronger than the S&W J frame or Taurus 85 .. Also the frame is one piece .. no side plate .. like the Rugers and Dan Wesson's
Charter arms parts are fragile junk. The cylinder stop is sheet metal. Buy a used S&W .
@@donsettie4739 If they are junk why is my 50 year old still working perfectly? Have the new stainless also.
That is not a polish version, it is brushed.
you shooting pheasants from 500 meters or something and need a scope?
Do these fit in serpa snubby holsters?
This really reminds me of a colt.
Just bought my 1 revolver today
I'm debating between a Taurus 85 and this. Anyone's input?
Half Dog you can't go wrong with either. the 85 has a tad smaller grip if it is an older model and i think the finish is alittle better n the charter arms. but you can't go wrong with either though especially since they are on par in price
Half Dog I have both the Taurus 85 UL and the UC 38. I like both! But if I was going to get a 5 shot snubbie, I would get the SW Airweight. Only about $100 more and well worth it. Plus grip selection for the SW J Frame is awesome!
Taurus 85/605 are good pistols, and have a better grip selection than the CA UC, but not worth the extra over the UC.
Comparing it to a S&W K frame is apples and oranges. Compare it instead to a J frame or one of the Rossi looks like pistols. The Undercover hammer is known to snag on clothing and block sights, that is why the low profile hammer is available for those who care about such. The quality (resale value) of a CA revolver is relational to what town it was made in. Bridgeport and Stratford put them together properly. Later towns, the quality varied with the Charco guns being the most questionable.
Same for Charter Arms.
The old charters are much better than these! I would choose Taurus over this if your on a budget. I have 2 Taurus revolvers and I love them. I use to own the original Charter Arms Undercover and it was a good gun.
I go American made when possible
1:17 DUH .. "Connecticut I assume"? derp derp DUUUUH
Is it just my computer? or does this video cut off a 21 seconds for everyone else too?
Good video. Thank you.
I had the same problem.
I pick her up next week
Mine is 6 years newer than the model in
the video.
The new CH .38 spl Undercover revolver is a continuation of their previous years.
The ungraded is a shrouded ejector rod, stainless steel and +P rated.
The problem of sight picture with the hammer not cocked has been
corrected.
They come with a correctable defect, rubber grips. The grip goes far enough up the body that it blocks the
shells from ejecting, at least one shell case must be manually pulled
out, sometimes two. You also cannot use a speed loader with these
grips. A nuisance on the range and as a self defense gun may be a
deadly delay if you need to reload. If you are using as concealed
carry the grips are large enough to be noticeable.
You must throw out the rubber grips and buy the smaller original wood grips. Available at charter arms for
about $30.
how reliable/dependable is it?
STEVE P my wife got a used one and after about 300 rounds we have not had a single malfunction. It's a no frills revolver with surprising accuracy.
wow, thanks.
It’s a belly gun dude the sight picture isn’t supposed to be great
Shouldn't use the sights in an emergency, anyway.
double action is 5 yards in your face body shot , point and shoot , NO sights are used ... single action take your time use the sights ..its for up close smell their breath gun ..light carry, .... ..
great analysis.. on how to tell if you have a poorly made firearm.. which actually it's important.. especially new gun owners
If you follow serial killers or whatever? Very professional.
yes you right
Mark David Chapman used Charter Arms Undercover .38 Special revolver to killed John lennon
the one i might be getting has no front sight it looks kinda dumb lol. but as long as it shoots idc
Sos used 44 spl
Mine says "on Duty"
That’s an Undercover LITE (Undercover has no hammer)
Nope, just bought an Undercover and it's got an external hammer.
Paid $470 in Florida dec 2021
Sorry dude but junk it is not. Fits the hand nicely. Finish is not fancy but functional. For the price it is not bad and it shoots on cue. Video points out some things that most people are not really concerned about when looking for a revolver.
The current Charter Arms guns are better. This is an older model, probably not even rated for +P ammo.
It's 10lb da pull ya pansy 😂
Stop talking about son of Sam? I don’t understand why people can’t stop mentioning him.
Everyone knows; no one cares
For you to talk about him 40 years later is exactly what he wanted.
Why don’t we talk about charter arms the company and the innovations they’ve made and not just a murderer
also used to kill john lennon
then it's combat proven
@@ecinaz That f'ing little Commie ain't in Heaven!
Yes dummy Connecticut. Ya couldn't look that one up before you made the video?
Really?
Compare it to a s&w 637 once watch the quality difference
Bryson Wilkinson
S&W version is obviously better quality but it is like $300 more something though right? Someone on a budget or someone who isn't a gun fanatic who wants a self defense gun, this is a great option for them
44 special
Stay with charter arms, had the armcore, or rock inland, pistol is made out lead, or some different. Melted, not steel, the cylinder, wiggle, like a wet goose, , on and off , lock up, when, shooting the pistol, , trade it off, at gun show, and 40.00 for a charter arms police bulldog 38 special, snub noise, , made in 1983, with wooden checking grips, like brand new, it's model is a 6 shot, , with the older version, you can see the front sight like the s&w , light to carry, like a derringer, but I 6shots and basically I can hit a fly, with it, had that model in 22lr, never shot it, trade it off, some cash, for a s&w 442, snub noise, try to shoot it, it's only double action only, have better control with single action and double action revolver.
He used a 44 Bull Dog to kill a John Lenon
No, it was a 38 snub CA
@@shadowwolf7622 You sir are 100% right. SON OF SAM used the charter arms 44,,Bulldog. ua-cam.com/video/Gl_T5A2ckgE/v-deo.html
@@COPDAD60632 I hope I didn't come off as a smart a#s. I've just always researched famous shootings to find what gun was used. Just a weird quirk I guess lol.
@@shadowwolf7622 No problem. lol.
i bought one, got delayed by the atf
Mine is a vintage from the 1970’s and it is not cheaply made! Has solid wood handle and all steel one-piece frame. Still looks and works great for the age. The man that designed this gun also did Colts, Smith and Wesson, and more. Your video made the revolver sound like it was not well made, just a cheap option out there. I don’t know about the new Charter Arms, but when they started making them, they made a good product. I am betting that they still do.
Everyone gets delayed first time you apply for a firearm
its not a Ferrari dude, is it reliable and can i save the bank by going with this instead of a S&W.. just looking for something reliable for the old lady u know haha.. thanks, much appreciated.. good vid.
+Sckarekrow ha,ha, bet you won't stand in front of one to catch a bullet.
i have a glock 22 with olive drab cerakote and night sights and a S&W M&P 15 sport,.. not to mention my mossberg 500.. im in the market for a functional, no frills weapon.. name brand means little too me, feel and functionality is what matters, glocks are probably the best defense pistol you can buy on the market today, yet each and everyone of my friends hate the glock to the end, i will never understand glock haters.. ever..
true, and revolvers of any make and caliber will normally shoot 10 out of 10 times.
The RIA revolvers are crap? Really?. A) lot of people, including fellow youtubers, would disagree. Sure the fit and finish aren't quite as good as Big 3 revolvers, but RIA s do the job and you aren't paying Big 3 prices.
You keep bashing it and bashing it and bashing and then go on to say it's a great gun. Is it junk or is it great? Asking for a friend ..
Still dont understand why this thing costs over 400 bucks. Especially when you can get a way better quality Smith and Wesson for 350 all day!
randylucky what? I bought a new one for 299.00
randylucky yeah $400? no way these are $350 at most
know im late but every jframe 4 i have been through in the past 5 years has had canted sight and one had a frame crack..
@@123s453e56a6l i havent had a barrel off yet on any of my S&Ws so I was lucky but I did have one that was canted on my Charter Arms Bulldog. They are fixing it now though. Seems to be a problem across the board on revolvers. Even Rugers too! Dont get me started on Colts especially since they are so expensive. The only revolver ever to be perfect was a Dan Wesson that I had.
That cheaper Smith will be aluminum frame. The Charter Arms is stainless steel. That's why. Full stainless steel j frame S&Ws will cost over twice as much.
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You are endorsing this pistol by referencing The Son Of Sam. 😆😆
"Son of Sam" reportedly used the Charter Arms Bulldog. 44 cal.
Byw; he has repeatedly claimed that he did not work alone.
@@warnerwalter7427 I believe that
Sorry. I could only watch this for about 8 minutes or so. Useless video as far as I am concerned. Does nothing to influence one's opinion if a revolver is a consideration. Some points made are speaking to cosmetics with no reference to actual useage. Much yak, yak about nothing in my opinion!
Why are you reviewing a gun you have never used or owned. Your wasting the time of people that are interested in this gun.
Hey Clyde - I wouldn't let you review a pencil. Very unprofessional HEY Lets see if I can bend deform the crane on my friends revolver. I noticed you didn't bend the crane on yours. Also have you got calibrated fingers. You have no clue about trigger pull yours is older and hers is newer. All in all I would say that in 2022 that the Charter Arms at about $400.00 compares just fine against a $900.00 Smith. Buy 2 shoot one and store one and you are still $100 ahead.
looks like junk