The Charter Arms Pink Lady is a .38 Special double-action revolver with a 2.2-inch barrel and stainless steel finish with pink accents. At 16 oz, it's light enough for daily carry and compact enough to conceal without trouble. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Charter Arms 
• Model: Pink Lady 
• Caliber: .38 SPL (Special) 
• Action: Double Action 
• Capacity: 6 Rounds 
• Barrel Length: 2.2 inches 
• Weight: 1 lb (16 oz) 
• Finish: Stainless Steel with Pink Accents 
   

Features 

The double-action trigger fires with each pull without manually cocking the hammer, which matters in a self-defense context. The full hammer block safety system keeps it safe while holstered or in a bag. Stainless construction holds up to everyday carry wear. Six-round capacity is standard for a snub-nose class revolver. The pink finish is a deliberate aesthetic choice — it's the point of this model.

The Charter Arms Pink Lady generates predictable feedback: its main audience is women looking for a compact carry gun, and most owners in that group are satisfied with what it does.

The lightweight build and compact size come up most often as the selling points. At 16 oz it doesn't weigh down a purse or a carry holster. The revolver's simplicity — no slide to rack, no magazine to manage — appeals to new shooters. Reliability as a platform gets mentions too; revolvers don't stovepipe.

The heavier double-action trigger pull is the most common complaint. For new shooters it can hurt accuracy until they're used to it. Recoil in a 16-oz .38 Special is snappy — it's the physics of the lightweight frame, not a manufacturing issue, but it surprises people expecting something gentler. Some reviews mention fit and finish concerns, noting it doesn't feel as polished as more expensive revolvers.

Most discussions frame it as a backup or primary carry gun rather than a range gun. Buyers are advised to handle it before purchasing if possible, since opinions on the trigger and recoil vary.