The Charter Arms Pathfinder Lite is a .22 LR double/single-action revolver with an aluminum frame, 2-inch barrel, and an 8-round cylinder. The lavender frame with matte stainless barrel is a distinctive visual combination. At 1 lb (16 oz) it is one of the lightest production revolvers in its class. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Pathfinder Lite 
• Brand: Charter Arms 
• Caliber: .22 LR 
• Action Type: Double/Single Action (DA/SA) 
• Capacity: 8 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 2 inches 
• Overall Length: 3.75 inches 
• Weight: 1 lb (16 oz) 
• Sights: Fixed Front Sight 
• Grip Type: Black Finger Grooved Rubber 
• Finish Color: Lavender with Matte Stainless Barrel 
   

Features 

The aluminum frame keeps weight at 16 oz, which matters for all-day carry. Eight-round .22 LR capacity is higher than most snub revolvers. The DA/SA action gives you the option of a deliberate single-action shot or a faster double-action pull. Fixed front sight is straightforward and consistent. The finger-grooved rubber grip provides a repeatable grip position. .22 LR produces minimal recoil, which makes extended range sessions comfortable and the Pathfinder Lite manageable for shooters who are sensitive to recoil.

The lavender finish is the most commented-on feature, typically positively. Buyers who chose it specifically for the color are consistently satisfied with the appearance.

The lightweight design gets universal praise. Carrying a 16 oz revolver all day is genuinely easy, and that practical advantage comes up frequently in positive reviews. The DA/SA mechanism is described as user-friendly, particularly for new shooters.

.22 LR as a caliber draws the expected discussion about suitability for self-defense versus its practical advantages as a range and training round. Most owners in the reviews approach it as a recreational firearm or a training tool rather than a primary defense option.

Reliability is mostly positive, with some reports of misfires with specific ammunition brands. Accuracy at close distances is rated adequate; longer distances are not a realistic use case for a 2-inch barrel revolver. Value for the price is generally considered good.