The Charter Arms Undercover Lite Southpaw is a left-handed .38 Special DA/SA revolver with the cylinder release on the right side of the frame - the defining feature for left-handed shooters who find standard revolvers awkward to operate. The 7075 aluminum alloy frame keeps it to 12 oz, and the 2-inch barrel keeps the overall length to 6.75 inches for pocket or IWB carry. The stainless steel barrel and cylinder handle .38 Special pressures including +P. A transfer bar safety prevents discharge without a full trigger pull. The rubber finger-groove grip provides secure hold without adding bulk. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: 93820 
• Caliber: .38 SPL 
• Action: Double Action / Single Action 
• Capacity: 5 Rounds 
• Barrel Length: 2 inches 
• Weight: 12 oz (0.8 lbs) 
• Frame Material: 7075 Aluminum Alloy 
• Grip Material: Black Rubber with Finger Grooves 
• Sights: Fixed Front Sight 
   

Detailed Features 

The southpaw configuration - right-side cylinder latch, left-handed ejection - is genuinely uncommon in production revolvers, which is why this model exists. Left-handed shooters can operate the cylinder release naturally without repositioning the gun. The lightweight aluminum frame and short barrel make it competitive with other .38 Special carry guns on the market, with the added advantage of being purpose-built for left-hand operation.

The Charter Arms Southpaw draws immediate positive response from left-handed shooters who've dealt with reversed cylinder releases on standard revolvers. That purpose-specific design is the gun's core value proposition and it delivers on it.

Weight and carry comfort get consistent praise. At 12 oz it's easy to forget you're carrying it, which matters for all-day wear. Reliability is generally well-regarded, and the .38 Special caliber sits in the practical middle for defensive use.

Trigger pull is the main technical complaint - some owners report it as heavy or inconsistent, which affects practical accuracy until the shooter trains around it or the action smooths out with use. Recoil management comes up in context: the lightweight frame amplifies felt recoil, particularly with +P ammunition, and grip preferences vary.

Finish quality comments are mixed - opinions range from acceptable to underwhelming at the price point. The Southpaw typically costs more than standard orientation Charter Arms models, which draws scrutiny about whether the southpaw premium is worth it. For dedicated left-handed shooters who want a production revolver sized for carry, the options are genuinely limited, which keeps this model relevant.