The Charter Arms Bulldog Boomer is a compact .44 S&W Special revolver with a 2.5-inch barrel and 5-round capacity. It weighs 1.3 lbs (20 oz) with an overall length of 7.32 inches. The frame is black nitride stainless steel and the grip is black finger-grooved rubber. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Charter Arms 
• Model Name: Bulldog Boomer 
• Caliber: .44 S&W Special 
• Action: Double Action/Single Action (DASA) 
• Capacity: 5 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 2.5 inches 
• Overall Length: 7.32 inches 
• Weight: 1.3 lbs (20 oz) 
• Sights: Fixed Front Sight 
• Grip Type: Black Finger Grooved Rubber 
• Finish Type: Black Nitride Stainless Steel 
• Condition: New in Box 
   

Detailed Features 

The .44 Special caliber gives more stopping power than .38 Special while remaining controllable in a 20-oz frame. The DASA action provides two firing modes — a long double-action pull for defensive use or a cocked single-action mode for more deliberate shots. The black nitride stainless finish resists corrosion. 
 
The transfer bar safety prevents accidental discharge without the hammer being fully cocked. The finger-grooved rubber grip helps manage the .44 Special recoil in such a light package and provides a secure hold. 
 

Target Audience 

Concealed carry users who want a powerful cartridge in a very compact revolver, and home defense shooters who prefer revolver simplicity. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

1. Personal Defense: .44 Special in 20 oz is a serious carry option. 
2. Sport Shooting: Manageable at the range for accuracy work. 
3. Backup Carry: Small enough to work as a secondary weapon during outdoor activities.

The Charter Arms Bulldog Boomer draws a generally favorable response, with most commentary focused on its size-to-caliber tradeoff.

The compact design at 1.3 lbs is consistently praised. Owners who carry it specifically chose it because they wanted a .44 Special in the smallest possible package, and most feel it delivers on that. The .44 Special caliber is seen as well-suited for defensive use — enough stopping power without the full recoil of a .44 Magnum.

Reliability is generally well-regarded among Charter Arms revolver owners. The DASA trigger receives mixed opinions — some owners like the smooth action in both modes, while others find the double-action pull heavier than ideal for precision shooting. Build quality is considered good for the price range, though some buyers note fit and finish don't match higher-end options.

Fixed sights work for close-range defensive shooting; some owners suggest upgrading them if precision shooting is a priority. Five rounds is a known limitation, but most revolver carry users accept this as a trade-off for the compact size. The price is considered reasonable for a .44 Special snub-nose with a stainless nitride finish.