Charter Arms Bulldog .44 Special Stainless DAO Revolver, 2.5 in Barrel, 5-Shot (2014)
This Charter Arms Bulldog stands out as a compact, stainless .44 Special revolver made in the USA in 2014. It features a 2.5 in barrel with a partial underlug and ejector-rod shroud, a five-shot fluted cylinder, and a spurless/bobbed hammer for DAO operation. The revolver comes with its manual, factory hard case, and test casing.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor scratches and blemishes are present. Light pitting is visible on the frame.
What’s Included
- Factory hard case with matching serial-numbered label
- Factory test casing
- Manual
The Bulldog’s stainless steel frame, cylinder, barrel, and receiver wear a matte stainless finish for a uniform look and practical durability. Its compact size and 2.5 in barrel make it easy to handle while retaining the .44 Special chambering in a five-shot fluted cylinder.
This revolver uses a double-action-only trigger with a spurless/bobbed hammer. A transfer bar safety system is built in. Sighting is straightforward with a serrated ramp front sight and a fixed rear notch.
Barrel markings read "BULLDOG .44 SPL." on the left side, while the right side is marked "CHARTER ARMS • SHELTON CT • MADE IN USA." The partial underlug with a knurled ejector-rod tip and ejector-rod shroud are consistent with the model’s established configuration.
A factory hard case is included. Its case label lists DAO model 74421; however, the revolver itself is the DAO Bulldog configuration with a spurless/bobbed hammer.