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Founded | 1964 |
Founder | Douglas McClenahan |
Headquarters | , |
Products | Revolvers |
Website | charterfirearms.com |
Ask Charter Arms, a gunmaker producing products whose potential perfection is restricted by the prices set by Smith & Wesson. As a result, Charter Arms makes most of its money selling brightly colored.38 caliber snub-nosed revolvers for women shooters more intent on style than marksmanship. And sells a Charter Arms.357 Mag Pug. The Charter Arms PROFESSIONAL is a 7-shot revolver chambered in.32 H&R Magnum and is billed as 'a true fighting handgun.'
Charter Arms Co. is an American manufacturer of revolvers. The original Charter Arms produced revolvers chambered in calibers .22 Long Rifle, .22 Winchester Magnum, .32 Long, .32 H&R Magnum, .327 Federal Magnum, .357 Magnum, .38 Special, .41 Remington Magnum, .44 Special, and .45 Colt. The most famous revolvers manufactured by Charter Arms are the .44 Special Bulldog and .38 Special Bulldog Pug.
History[edit]
Douglas McClenahan, a young gun designer who had previously worked for Colt, High Standard, and Sturm, Ruger founded Charter Arms in 1964 to produce handguns. His first pistol was a five-shot revolver called 'The Undercover' chambered for .38 Special. McClenahan's innovation was to avoid using the side plate designs manufactured by other revolver makers for a one-piece frame, giving the new revolver a strength that allowed it to safely shoot high loads.[1] McClenahan also reduced the number of moving parts used in the gun and created a safety device for the firing pin.
The company, then located in Stratford, Connecticut, went bankrupt in the 1990s, but the Charter design and mark were resurrected by Charter 2000, which was founded by the Ecker family. The new company capitalized on the fame of the old Charter Arms revolvers. Operations were moved to Shelton, Connecticut.
Basing their new line of weapons on the basic Charter Arms design, the new company has made a few improvements such as the use of a one-piece barrel and front sight. The one-piece barrels of the new models are machined with eight grooves instead of six for higher velocity, flatter trajectory and better accuracy. The new models feature a completely blocked hammer system so that the gun cannot fire unless the trigger is held in full rear position.
In addition to reintroducing the .38 Special Undercover and the .44 Special Bulldog, Charter 2000 produces revolvers chambered for .22 Long Rifle/.22 Magnum (the Pathfinder), .357 magnum (the Mag Pug) and .38 Special (the Off-Duty and the Police Bulldog).
In 2005, Charter 2000 announced that it would be filing for bankruptcy, blaming the costs associated with nuisance lawsuits for their financial trouble.
In September 2005, MKS Supply entered into an agreement with Charter Arms where MKS Supply would handle the sales, marketing and distribution for Charter Arms.[2]
In 2008, Charter Arms brought the new Patriot revolvers to the market.[3] The Patriot revolvers were chambered for the .327 Federal Magnum, and were available in 2.2' or 4' stainless steel models. The Charter Arms web site as of August 2011 no longer lists this model under the products category.
Also in 2008, Charter Arms announced a new revolver: the Charter Arms Rimless Revolver. The new revolver would be able to load and fire rimless cartridges such as the 9mm, .40 S&W, and .45 ACP without the need for moon clips. Initially, the revolver was to ship in early spring, however, reported problems with the patents delayed the introduction.[4] Charter Arms set a release date of April 2009 for the CARR. However, Charter Arms missed this deadline, and company representatives have suggested the release date may not be until 'late July' of 2009. The CARR which was subsequently called the Pitbull finally reached production in August 2011 and the first Pitbull models had a 2.3' barrel and were chambered for the .40 S&W cartridge as this is the most popular U.S. law enforcement round and would enable the Pitbull to be used as a back-up gun to the .40 service pistol.[5]
In October 2010 MKS discontinued the sales and marketing of Charter Arms. Charter now has taken over the sales and marketing function.
At SHOT Show 2018 Charter introduced the .41 Remington Magnum Mag Pug and the .45 Colt Bulldog XL.
Historical and cultural significance[edit]
- The .44 SpecialBulldog revolver gained notoriety after it was used by Son of Sam serial killer David Berkowitz in his murder spree.[6]
- A Charter Arms 'Undercover' .38 Special model was used by Mark David Chapman to murder John Lennon in 1980.[7]
Products[edit]
Charter Arms Bulldog .44 Special
- The Bulldog: .44 Special
- The Bulldog XL: .45 Colt
- The Target Bulldog: .357 Magnum
- The Undercover: .38 Special
- The Undercoverette: .32 H&R Magnum
- The Mag Pug: .357 Magnum and .41 Remington Magnum
- The Patriot: .327 Federal Magnum
- The Pathfinder: .22 LR and .22 Magnum
- The Off Duty: .38 Special (similar to the Undercover but with a bobbed hammer and weighing 12 oz (340 g))
- The Dixie Derringer: .22 LR and .22 Magnum
- The Pitbull: .45 ACP, .40 S&W, and 9×19mm Luger (same frame as Bulldog and Pug)
- The Southpaw: .38 Special (similar to Undercover, but made for left-handed shooters)[8][citation needed]
References[edit]
- ^Charter Arms FAQArchived August 22, 2010, at the Wayback Machine
- ^'MKS Supply Partners With Charter Firearms'. AmmoLand.com Shooting Sports News.
- ^'Charter Arms .327 Fed. Mag. Snub Nose Revolver Is A Real Hot Rod!'. AmmoLand.com Shooting Sports News.
- ^'Charter Arms' New Revolutionary Rimless Revolver'. AmmoLand.com Shooting Sports News.
- ^Charter Arms websiteArchived June 25, 2014, at the Wayback Machine
- ^http://www.vpc.org/studies/wgun7677.htm
- ^http://www.vpc.org/studies/wgun801208.htm
- ^'Southpaw'. Charter Arms.
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Manufacturers Warranties
Manufacturers Warranties
Manufacturer’s warranties: Benelli
A new Benelli firearm is warranted only to the original retail purchaser for ten years from date of purchase. This warranty applies only if the firearm was purchased from an authorized Benelli dealer in the United States or Canada. Benelli will, at its option, repair or replace, without charge, any Benelli firearm that fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. Parts and labor are included. Repairs are warranted for the duration of the original warranty. If Benelli replaces a firearm under this warranty, you will receive a new ten-year warranty. Benelli will return replacement firearms to you freight prepaid.
Manufacturer’s warranties: Beretta
Beretta offer a one year warranty on all of their products to the original purchaser, but will increase this warranty period to three years if the customers completes the warranty registration card and returns it to Beretta with in 30 days of making the purchase.
Manufacturer’s warranties: Browning
Browning does not have written warranty on their products. The most important thing on Browning products is that you register your purchase online with their company. After talking to them, is seems Browning will take care of any manufacturers defects or issues for 5-10 years, but each gun is evaluated on its own merits. In other words Browning takes care of any manufacturer’s issues for an extended period of time for their customers. The critical part is to go online and register their purchases promptly after making a purchase.
Manufacturer’s warranties: Bersa
Upon the expiration of the one-year Warranty, and for as long as this Bersa firearm is owned by the original purchaser, Bersa S.A. offers to service and repair any defects or malfunction in this Bersa firearm excluding the finish, grips, sights, or magazine, without charge. The service contract is only extended to the original purchaser and shall be waived if the defect or malfunction was caused by neglect, abuse, careless handling, unauthorized ammunition or ordinary wear and tear, unreasonable use or failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance as set forth in the instruction manual.
Manufacturer’s warranties: Bushmaster
Bushmaster Firearms International firearms are warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship. Any such defect of which Bushmaster Firearms International is given written notice, as provided below, within one year and ten days from the date of first purchase by a customer will be remedied by Bushmaster Firearms,International. This warranty is granted by Bushmaster Firearms International, P.O. Box 556,Madison, NC 27025.
Manufacturer’s warranties: Bond Arms
Made in Texas by Texans! we just got off the phone with the people from Bond Arms asking them about their warranty and they let us know in no uncertain terms that their products are quality American made products and if any of our customers were to have a problem with one of their guns all the customers needs to do is call them and they will take care of the problem on any gun that has not been abused or mishandled. They wanted us to know they are there to stand behind their products. After we found this out, we wanted to make sure that every one knew.
Manufacturer’s warranties: Charter Arms
Charter Arms fully warrants, to the first retail purchaser of this firearm from a recognizable dealer, this firearm to be free from any defects in materials and workmanship,under normal use. This limited lifetime warranty reflects the confidence of the maker and the quality of the materials and workmanship of its guns. This limited lifetime warranty has been established to protect your investment.
Manufacturer’s warranties: DPMS Panther Arms
DPMS Firearms, LLC firearm is warranted for THREE YEARS from the date of purchase against defects in materials or workmanship. All parts and labor or replacement at our option are covered.
Government fees, damage caused by failure to perform normal maintenance, sales outside the United States, damage due to high velocity, high pressure, reloaded or other non-standard ammunition, or any unauthorized repair, modification, misuse,abuse, or alteration of the product is not covered by this limited warranty.
Manufacturer’s warranties: Franchi
A new Franchi firearm is warranted only to the original purchaser, for 7 years from the date of purchase. This warranty only applies if the firearm was purchased from an authorized Franchi dealer in the United States or Canada.
Franchi will, at its option, repair or replace without charge any Franchi firearm that fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. Parts and labor are included. Repairs are warranted for the duration of the original warranty. If Franchi replaces a firearm under this warranty, you will receive a new 7 year warranty. Franchi will return replacement firearms to you freight prepaid.
Manufacturer’s warranties: FNh
FNh does not list an actual warranty period on their website, but we called and talked to their service department and they will warranty materials and workmanship up to five years from date of purchase. You do need to go on-line and register your product with their company to obtain this warranty. Their warranty will not cover neglect, abuse, faulty ammunition and any other misuse.
Manufacturer’s warranties: Glock
Subject to the terms,conditions, and exclusions set forth below, Glock Inc., hereby expressly warrants solely to the original purchaser of this firearm, that the firearm is free from defects in workmanship and in materials for a period of one year from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser. Any implied warranty, including warranty of merchantability or of fitness for a particular purpose, is limited to the same period of one year from the date of purchase by the original purchaser. It should be noted that some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply.
Manufacturer’s warranties: Henry
These guys have a short and sweet warranty, but a great one for our customers.
Henry Repeating Arms stands behind its products as it has historically. We offer a simple lifetime warranty; if you have a problem, at any time, and it’s our fault, we will correct the problem immediately and at no charge. The warranty does not cover excessive wear and tear to parts, and accidental damage.
Manufacturer’s warranties: H and R
H&R warrants to you, the original purchaser of a new firearm that, for two years from the date of purchase in the United States of America, your H&R firearms will be free from defects in material and workmanship.
Manufacturer’s warranties: Heritage
All Heritage Firearms are warranted to the original retail customer for one year from date of purchase against defects in materials and workmanship. All parts and labor or replacement (at our option) are covered. You must send in your factory warranty card to obtain warranty coverage.
Manufacturer’s warranties: Heritage
All Heritage Firearms are warranted to the original retail customer for one year from date of purchase against defects in materials and workmanship. All parts and labor or replacement (at our option) are covered. You must send in your factory warranty card to obtain warranty coverage.
Manufacturer’s warranties: H&K
All new H&K firearms sold in the USA are covered by a limited lifetime warranty for the original owner. For specific warranty questions contact HK at706-568-1906.
Manufacturer’s warranties: Kahr
Kahr arms warrants that this firearm was originally manufactured free of defects in material and workmanship. Kahr agrees to correct for five years any defect in this firearm for the original purchaser or replacement(with same or comparable quality model). A service and /or charge may be applied.
Manufacturer’s warranties: Keltec
The exact warranty terms and conditions can be found in the back of the manual that came with you Keltec product. It usually covers defects in materials and workmanship for the lifetime of the product and for the ORIGINAL OWNER only. Only Keltec manufactured products are covered by this warranty, for exact details please consult you manual.
Manufacturers Warranties: Kimber
Kimber firearms are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year after the date of original new gun retail purchase. Kimber agrees to correct by repair or replacement(with the same or comparable quality model) your firearm, without charge, if returned prepaid with a copy of the bill of sale. Kimber Mfg., Inc. assumes no responsibility for product malfunction or for physical injury or property damage resulting in whole or in part from criminal or negligent use of the product, improper or careless handling, unauthorized modifications, use of defective, improper,hand loaded ammunition, customer abuse or neglect of the product or influences beyond Kimber’s control.
Manufacturers Warranties: Legacy Sports International:
Legacy Sports is the importer of the Howa Rifles and Escort shotguns that we sell. The warranties for both product lines are the same. Howa/Escort provides a Five Year Warranty to the original owner of this firearm, that is specific to the function and operation of the guns offered under the Legacy Sports International firearms license. This warranty does not extend to obvious abuse or misuse of the firearm or if the firearm is used for any purpose other than hunting, competition or sporting situations.
Manufacturers Warranties: Marlin
The firearm warranty is good to the ORIGINAL OWNER, who has registered his ownership with the Marlin
Firearms Company at 100 Kenna Drive, North Haven Connecticut. WARRANTY and CERTIFICATE OF OWNERSHIP card must be at the above address WITHIN TEN DAYS of purchase to insure the protection of the Warranty. Notice of defect in materials and/or workmanship must be received WITHIN FIVE YEARS from date of purchase. Normal wear, or damage resulting from neglect, abuse, alteration, or repairs not made or authorized by the Marlin Firearms Company or use of non-Marlin parts are not covered by the warranty.
Manufacturers Warranties: Mossberg
O.F. Mossberg and Sons Inc.,warrants to you, the original purchaser of a new Mossberg Shotgun that the Mossberg firearm will be free of defects in material and manufacture for a period of ten years from the date of purchase of the new Mossberg firearm in the United States or Canada.
Manufacturers Warranties: New England Firearms/H&R
This firearm warranty is good only to the ORIGINAL OWNER who has registered his ownership with H&R 1871, LLC at 60 Rowe, Gardner MA.
WARRANTY and certificate of ownership card must be completed and mailed to H&R 1871 at the above address WITHIN 10 DAYS of purchase to insure the protection of the warranty. NOTICE of defect in materials/or workmanship must be received by the company WITHIN TWO YEARS from date of purchase. Normal wear, or damage resulting from neglect, abuse, alteration, or repairs not made by authorized H&R 1871 service center or use of non H&R parts are not covered by the warranty.
Manufacturers Warranties: Para-Ordnance
Lifetime Warranty
For as long as you own it,we’ll stand by it, period.
Every Para firearm is backed by 100% be the Gold Medallion Service Policy. It’s the best in the business and it says this: If your pistol needs adjustment or repair due to a defect on our part, we’ll provide all necessary service, free of charge. It’s a pledge that comes from our confidence in every product we offer. For as long as you own it, we’ll stand by it. Guaranteed.
Manufacturers Warranty: Remington
Remington warrants to you, the original purchaser of a Remington firearm, that from the date of purchase, your Remington firearm will be free from defects in material and workmanship. Some limitations apply.
Remington warrants different guns for different periods. Most of their models are warranted for two years, but some are only for one. You will have to check each model to be sure exactly what the warranty period for different models.
Manufacturers Warranty: Rock River Arms
Rock River Arms warrants to the initial retail purchaser,for his or her lifetime, that Rock River Arms complete LAR Rifles, LAR Pistols, LAR-PDS Series Pistols and Carbines, Upper Halves, and Lower Halves, used under normal conditions will be free of defects in parts, material and workmanship which affect satisfactory operation. This warranty is in force only upon completion off the warranty form by the purchaser and transmittal to Rock River Arms. This warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of the parts which are returned to Rock River Arms and which are determined by Rock River Arms to be defective. This warranty made to the original purchaser, is not transferable.
Manufacturers Warranty: Rossi
Rossi Long GunService - This warranty covers any service or repair needed by any product manufactured by Rossi, and imported by Braz Tech International L.C. or manufactured in the United States by Braz Tech International L. C.
Rossi HandgunWarranty-Without extending our normal warranty, we will repair, free of charge, any firearm manufactured or distributed by BrazTech International L.C. The terms, conditions and limitations of this unique lifetime repair policy will be contained on the card accompanying any firearm.
Manufacturers Warranty: Ruger
This is the short version of Ruger’s warranty. They do not offer a written warranty with any of their guns. That is not to say they do not warranty their products. It has been our experience that Ruger will repair their products for the life of the product if it hasn’t been damaged by the customer using the gun in a way it was not designed to operate. If you want to read the Ruger version look at the back of their instruction manuals for any of their guns.
Manufacturers Warranty: Smith and Wesson
This warranty is granted by Smith and Wesson Corp. This warranty is effective from date of purchase and applies to the original owner of any firearm. With respect to such firearms, this warranty supersedes any and all other warranties. Smith and Wesson firearms are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year.
Smith and Wesson’s lifetime service policy begins after the warranty period has expired. Smith and Wesson will repair, without charge, for the lifetime of the original owner, any Smith and Wesson handgun purchased on or after February 1, 1989 and any M&P15 series rifle, that is found to have a defect in material or workmanship. Eligibility for this Lifetime Service Policy requires returning the product registration card within 30 days of purchase.
Manufacturers Warranty: Savage
Statement of limited warranty
- Complete the Online Warranty Registration or the warranty card within 10 days from the date of purchase.
- Warranty period is one year date of purchase.
- Coverage includes any defect in materials or workmanship(performed by Savage) encountered during normal use.
Manufacturers Warranty: Sig Sauer, Limited Lifetime Warranty
SIG SAUER warrants that the enclosed firearm was originally manufactured free of defects in material, workmanship and mechanical function. For the original purchaser,SIG SAUER agrees to correct any defect in the firearm for the original purchaser by repair, adjustment or replacement, at SIG SAUER’ option, with the same or comparable quality components (or by replacing the firearms at SIG SAUER option); provided, however that the firearm is returned unloaded and freight prepaid to SIG SAUER at 18 Industrial Drive, Exeter, NH 03833.
respective websites.
Manufacturers Warranty: Springfield Armory, Limited Warranty
Springfield, Inc. warrants to You the original retail purchaser of the Product, that the Product You purchased will be free of defects in workmanship or material, subject to the terms of this document.
This Limited Warranty will last and be in effect during in which YOU, the original retail purchaser, owns the product.
Manufacturers Warranty: Stoeger
A new Stoeger Industries firearm is warranted only to the original purchaser, for five years from the date of purchase. This warranty applies only if the firearm was purchased from an authorized Stoeger dealer in the United States or Canada.
Stoeger industries will, at its option, repair or replace without charge any Stoeger firearm that fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. Parts and labor are included. Repairs are warranted for the duration of the original warranty. If Stoeger replaces a firearm under this warranty, you will receive a new five-year warranty. Stoeger will return replacement firearms to you freight prepaid.
Manufacturers Warranty: Taurus
The Taurus Unlimited Lifetime Repair Policy is just that. The lifetime of the gun…not the buyer. This is the first warranty of its type in the industry. No other manufacturer has the confidence to extend this kind of offer. Except us. We know how good our guns are, and we are not afraid to stand behind them.
Simply, put, our unprecedented repair policy stands firmly behind every firearm imported or manufactured by Taurus International. The full terms are we will repair your Taurus firearm FREE OF CHARGE for the lifetime of the firearm.
Manufacturers Warranty: Thompson Center
This warranty is granted by Thompson/Center Arms Company,Inc. This warranty, which shall last for the Lifetime of the original owner of any factory finished firearm, is established by the return of the Thompson/Center Arms authorized card or registering online with in 30 days of purchase of such firearm. With respect to such firearm, this warranty supersedes any and all other warranties.
Thompson/Center firearms are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship. Any such defects of which Thompson/Center receives written notice by the original owner will be remedied by Thompson/Center Arms without charge within a reasonable time after such notification and the firearm to Thompson/Center.
Manufacturers Warranty: TriStar Firearms
Tristar agrees to service its products free of charge for defects in materials and workmanship in accordance with the service agreement listed below. The obligation of Tristar under this agreement is limited to the repair or replacement of unserviceable parts and does not cover any incidental or consequential damages. Other than the express warranty contained herein Tristar makes no warranties, express or implied.
Tristar will repair or replace any unserviceable part(s) for one(1) year from date of purchase and further will supply free parts(wood not included) for an additional four(4) years in accordance with the above warranty statement provided your firearm had not been altered, abused, will fully damaged, or damaged by overpressure ammunition. This agreement is not transferable: its benefits apply only to the original purchaser.
Manufacturers Warranty: Walther
Within the first year after the date of purchase, WALTHER will repair or replace your defective firearm free of charge provided the defect was not caused by misuse.
Manufacturers Warranty: Weatherby
Weatherby is a name synonymous with quality firearms for over 50 years. All Weatherby firearms are manufactured of the finest materials and been thoroughly inspected and tested in every phase of production. Because of the confidence we have in our products, Weatherby does not provide a written warranty, but rather stands behind its reputation for customer service and satisfaction.
Simply stated, we will consider requests for service or repair of Weatherby firearms without charge on a case by case basis. A determination will be made taking into consideration such things as the age and condition of the firearm, and the circumstances surrounding its malfunction or other problem.
Manufacturers Warranty: Winchester Repeating Arms
Winchester Repeating Arms does not provide written warranties on most of our products and currently there is no “lifetime”warranty on any Winchester Repeating Arms Company product.
Winchester Repeating Arms assures you that we support our products with the same integrity and fairness that has always been a vital part of the Winchester reputation. Should there be a problem,in most cases, your Winchester firearms dealer can make quick adjustments. Should you need to return any product, follow the instructions under Service or Repair.
Manufacturers Warranty: Windham Weaponry Inc.
Windham Weaponry, Inc.(WWI) will warranty all firearms manufactured by WWI against any and all manufacturer’s defects in material and workmanship which affect reasonable operation for the lifetime of the firearm to the purchaser. This warranty is transferable from the original purchaser to a subsequent buyer. Warranty is established by registering on line at http://www.windhanweaponry.com or by phone with our Customer Service Department at 855-808-1888.