Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this snub-nose, 5-shot, double-action revolver for a penny-start auction; this is the Charter Arms Bulldog!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Charter Arms
Model: Bulldog
Serial: 389368
Caliber: .44 Special
Finish: Nickel
Barrel Length: 3"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade with Serrated Base Front and Frame Notched Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut with Charter Arms Medallions
Action: Double/Single-Action Arms
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Charter Arms Bulldog is one of the most iconic American snub-nosed revolvers of the late 20th century, developed to offer serious defensive power in a compact, affordable package. Introduced in 1973, the Bulldog was engineered around the .44 Special cartridge—a substantial step up from the .38 Special and .32 caliber revolvers that dominated the concealed-carry market at the time. Its five-shot cylinder, lightweight frame, and straightforward lockwork gave users a revolver that was both easy to carry and surprisingly manageable for its chambering. Early production under Charter Arms of Bridgeport and Stratford, Connecticut, established the Bulldog as a working-class defensive revolver, gaining popularity among law-enforcement officers, private citizens, and outdoorsmen who valued a compact sidearm with notable stopping power. Throughout its production life, the Bulldog has appeared in multiple variants—including stainless models, different barrel lengths, and later reintroductions by successor companies—but the classic 1970s–1980s guns remain the most recognized. While never intended as a target revolver or a showcase of fine machining, the Bulldog’s significance lies in its practical design, cultural impact, and its role in shaping the modern concept of a powerful yet lightweight defensive handgun. Collectors today often look for early Stratford-marked examples, transitional features, or high-condition guns, which help represent the straightforward, utilitarian appeal that made the Charter Arms Bulldog one of the most influential big-bore snub revolvers in American firearms history.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Model: Bulldog
Serial: 389368
Caliber: .44 Special
Finish: Nickel
Barrel Length: 3"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade with Serrated Base Front and Frame Notched Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut with Charter Arms Medallions
Action: Double/Single-Action Arms
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Charter Arms Bulldog is one of the most iconic American snub-nosed revolvers of the late 20th century, developed to offer serious defensive power in a compact, affordable package. Introduced in 1973, the Bulldog was engineered around the .44 Special cartridge—a substantial step up from the .38 Special and .32 caliber revolvers that dominated the concealed-carry market at the time. Its five-shot cylinder, lightweight frame, and straightforward lockwork gave users a revolver that was both easy to carry and surprisingly manageable for its chambering. Early production under Charter Arms of Bridgeport and Stratford, Connecticut, established the Bulldog as a working-class defensive revolver, gaining popularity among law-enforcement officers, private citizens, and outdoorsmen who valued a compact sidearm with notable stopping power. Throughout its production life, the Bulldog has appeared in multiple variants—including stainless models, different barrel lengths, and later reintroductions by successor companies—but the classic 1970s–1980s guns remain the most recognized. While never intended as a target revolver or a showcase of fine machining, the Bulldog’s significance lies in its practical design, cultural impact, and its role in shaping the modern concept of a powerful yet lightweight defensive handgun. Collectors today often look for early Stratford-marked examples, transitional features, or high-condition guns, which help represent the straightforward, utilitarian appeal that made the Charter Arms Bulldog one of the most influential big-bore snub revolvers in American firearms history.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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