Charter Arms Undercover Lite .38 Special DA/SA Revolver, 2-inch, 5-Shot, Red Anodized Frame/Matte Black Steel – Model 53824
This Charter Arms Undercover Lite stands out with its two-tone red anodized frame and matte black steel barrel and cylinder, compact 2-inch configuration, and DA/SA operation with a transfer bar safety. Built on a one-piece 7075 aluminum-alloy frame and made in the United States, it includes the original case, manual, and a factory QC card documenting 1:16 twist and 8-groove rifling.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in great shape. It shows minor, superficial scratches and small handling marks.
What’s Included
- Original factory hard case
- Charter Arms operating instructions and safety manual (Charter 2000 double action revolver)
- Factory QC/inspection card (Model 53824; .38 Special; 8 grooves; 1:16 twist; dated 4-9-10)
The Undercover Lite series pairs a steel barrel and cylinder with a one-piece 7075 aluminum-alloy frame. This example features a red anodized frame with a matte black steel cylinder and barrel for a purposeful two-tone finish.
It uses a double-action/single-action system with an exposed spurred hammer and a transfer bar safety. The black rubber one-piece finger-groove grips provide a secure hold.
The 2-inch barrel wears fixed sights: a serrated ramp front and an integral rear groove. A short underlug shields the ejector rod, and the five-shot fluted cylinder keeps the profile compact.
Markings include "U.C. LITE .38 SPL." on the barrel and the barrel address "CHARTER ARMS SHELTON CONN." The factory QC card confirms 1:16 twist and 8-groove rifling, and this configuration corresponds to manufacturer part number 53824. Country of origin is the United States.