The Charter Arms Boomer is a compact double-action-only revolver chambered in .44 S&W Special. At 22 oz with a 2-inch barrel and matte black steel frame, it's built around concealed carry and close-range defense. 
 

Key Specifications 

• UPC: 678958144291 
• Model: Boomer 
• Action: Double Action Only 
• Caliber: .44 S&W Special 
• Barrel Length: 2 inches 
• Capacity: 5 rounds 
• Weight: 2.1 lbs (22 oz) 
• Finish: Matte Black 
• Frame Material: Steel 
• Safety Feature: Hammer Block Safety 
   

Features 

The double-action-only trigger means every shot requires a full trigger pull — no manual cocking. That simplifies the manual of arms and reduces the chance of an unintended discharge. The hammer block safety adds a mechanical layer of protection when the gun isn't being actively fired. 
 
The 2-inch barrel keeps the profile short enough for concealed carry, though .44 Special at that length still delivers meaningful energy. Steel construction keeps the frame solid without going to exotic materials. 
 

Usage 

The Boomer works well as a home-defense backup or a carried defensive revolver. The 22 oz weight is light enough for all-day carry without being so light that .44 Special recoil becomes punishing. Its 5-round capacity is the main tradeoff versus semi-auto options of similar size.

Owners of the Charter Arms Boomer tend to split along predictable lines.

On the positive side, people appreciate the compact size and light weight — it carries easily as a primary or backup defensive piece. The .44 Special caliber draws praise for having noticeably less recoil than larger defensive rounds while still hitting hard enough to matter. Those who prefer revolvers for their mechanical simplicity generally find the Boomer meets expectations: no magazine to fumble, no slide to rack, just point and shoot.

On the negative side, some owners report concerns about build quality and long-term durability. Cylinder alignment and timing issues have come up in accounts of guns with significant round counts through them. The double-action trigger pull is heavy by design — some shooters are fine with it, others find it works against accuracy under stress. The 5-round capacity also draws comparison to higher-capacity semi-autos of similar size.

The recurring debate centers on whether this gun earns its place as a carry piece versus alternatives. Ammunition selection comes up often, since .44 Special performance varies meaningfully across loads at 2-inch barrel lengths. Overall sentiment is mixed but not dismissive — buyers who go in knowing what it is tend to be satisfied; those expecting semi-auto ergonomics in a revolver package generally are not.