The Charter Arms Southpaw is a .38 Special +P revolver designed for left-handed shooters, with an aluminum frame in pink finish and a matte stainless cylinder. It weighs 12 oz (0.8 lbs) with a 2-inch barrel and 5-round capacity. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Southpaw 
• Caliber: .38 Special +P 
• Action Type: Double/Single Action (DA/SA) 
• Barrel Length: 2 inches 
• Capacity: 5 rounds 
• Weight: 12 oz (0.8 lbs) 
• Hand Orientation: Left Handed 
• Frame Material: Aluminum with a Pink Finish 
• Cylinder Finish: Matte Stainless Steel 
• Sights: Fixed Front Sights 
   

Detailed Features 

The Southpaw is mirror-imaged from a standard revolver. The cylinder opens on the right side and the ejector is positioned for a left-handed shooter's natural motion. Left-handed shooters who've struggled to find a revolver that fits their dominant hand will notice the difference immediately. 
 
The exposed hammer allows both double-action and single-action firing. The 2-inch barrel and 12 oz weight make it a natural for concealed carry. Fixed front sights are simple and won't snag during draw. Black finger-grooved rubber grips provide grip without being bulky. 
 

Target Audience 

Left-handed shooters looking for a carry revolver built specifically for their dominant hand. Also accessible for new shooters who want a compact self-defense option. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

1. Home Defense: Quick access and reliable operation on demand. 
2. Personal Carry: Compact and light enough for daily use without discomfort. 
3. Sport Shooting: The 2-inch barrel and adjustable action suit casual range practice.

The main thing people talk about with the Charter Arms Southpaw is that it exists at all. A left-handed snub-nose revolver is genuinely uncommon, and left-handed shooters who've had to accommodate right-oriented firearms appreciate the mirrored layout.

The pink finish is its own separate conversation. Some owners specifically want it; others are neutral and bought it for the left-hand design. Performance-wise, feedback is consistent with other Charter Arms compact revolvers: reliable enough for a carry gun, manageable recoil for most, but snappier than heavier steel revolvers in the same caliber.

Build quality gets mixed marks. Some owners note it feels solid, while a few have reported durability concerns under frequent use. The price is generally considered fair for what it is. Owners who need a left-handed snub-nose and aren't bothered by the compact Charter Arms platform tend to be happy with it.