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Charter Arms
Model Target Mag Pug
Charter Arms Revolver Target Mag Pug .357 Mag Variant-1
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Gun Dimensions Width:No Data
Length:9-in Height:No Data
Barrel:4-in Weight:25-oz
1 Variant
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (158 grain bullet)195130
  • Recoil Factor (158 grain bullet)14 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity5 rounds
  • ConcealabilityFair
  • Defense Factor63%
Gun Specifications
Type:Revolver
Produced:2001 -
Caliber:.357 Mag
Action:revolving chamber
Trigger:double-action (DA/SA)
Safety:hammer block
Cylinder:5-round
Frame:stainless steel
Grip:black neoprene
Sights:adjustable target
Notes:stainless barrel and cylinder
Manufacturer
Charter Arms
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Gun Value
MSRP:$489.00Used Est:$365.00
Last Update:8/22/2023
About the Gun

Charter revolvers are 100% US made. They utilize a one-piece frame design and a completely blocked hammer system which cannot fire unless the trigger is held in full rear position. Cylinder lock up is in three places instead of two: cylinder stop and ejector rod collar for additional safety, strength and cylinder-to-barrel lock up.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .357 Magnum
Alias: .357 Smith & Wesson Magnum
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:158 grains
MV:1235 ft/sec ME:535 ft-lbs
About the Cartridge

Smith & Wesson introduced this cartridge for its heavy-frame revolver. Ammunition was developed by Winchester in cooperation with Smith & Wesson. Using a lengthened and strengthened version of the .38 Special case, the .357 Magnum was rapidly accepted by hunters and law enforcement. At the time of its introduction, it was claimed to easily pierce the body panels of automobiles and crack engine blocks. While it has less power than the .44 Magnum, it compares favorably to the 10mm Norma and .45 ACP, but with better armor penetration. Today factories offer over fifty different loadings in this caliber.

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