The Charter Arms Boomer is a compact double-action revolver chambered in .357 Magnum with a 2-inch barrel and a 5-round cylinder. It has a stainless steel finish and a black rubber grip. The concealed hammer design keeps the profile snag-free for close-range carry. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Charter Arms 
• Model: Boomer 
• Caliber: .357 Mag 
• Action: Double Action 
• Capacity: 5 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 2 inches 
• Color/Finish: Stainless Steel 
   

Detailed Features 

• Concealed hammer for snag-free draw 
• Stainless steel construction 
• Black rubber grip 
• Compact 2-inch barrel 
• 5-round cylinder in .357 Magnum

Owners of the Charter Arms Boomer in .357 Magnum describe the recoil experience as significant given the 2-inch barrel and compact frame. That said, it is exactly what many compact .357 revolver buyers expect, and those who train with it regularly find they adapt. The stainless finish is a practical draw, resisting corrosion in humid conditions better than a blued option.

The concealed hammer is well-received by pocket carry users. Snag-free draw from a jacket or pants pocket is the main appeal, and the Boomer delivers on that front. The trade-off of losing single-action capability is not an issue for most buyers of this type of revolver. The black rubber grip absorbs some of the .357 recoil energy but still leaves the shooting experience firm.

Value opinion is divided. Some owners feel the Boomer punches above its price as a dedicated .357 carry revolver, while others find the trigger pull heavier than preferred without professional work. It attracts buyers who want a purpose-built, no-frills short-barrel .357 rather than a general-purpose revolver.