The Charter Arms Undercover Lite is a .38 Special double/single-action revolver with a red aluminum frame and black barrel. It weighs 12 oz (0.75 lbs) with a 2-inch barrel and 5-round capacity. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Charter Arms 
• Model: Undercover Lite 
• Caliber: .38 SPL (Special) 
• Action Type: Double Action / Single Action (DA/SA) 
• Capacity: 5 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 2 inches 
• Weight: 12 ounces (0.75 lbs) 
• Frame Material: Aluminum 
• Finish Color: Red / Black 
   

Detailed Features 

At 12 oz, this is one of the lighter .38 Special revolvers available. The aluminum frame handles the weight reduction while keeping the gun structurally sound. Fixed front sights are simple and snag-free. 
 
The black rubber grip with finger grooves improves control during firing, which matters with a gun this light. The DA/SA action lets you fire double-action for quick deployment or cock the hammer for a lighter, more controlled single-action shot. 
 

Target Audience 

Carry-focused shooters who want a .38 Special without the weight penalty of a steel-frame gun. The red/black color scheme is distinctive and draws attention from people who prefer something other than standard black or silver. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

1. Home Defense: Compact and easy to access in an emergency. 
2. Concealed Carry: The 12 oz weight and 2-inch barrel fit well in most holsters. 
3. Range Training: Low weight makes extended sessions comfortable.

Owners of the Charter Arms Undercover Lite in red/black tend to focus on two things: how light it is and how it handles recoil at that weight.

The 12 oz build is the gun's main selling point, and people who carry it appreciate not noticing it throughout the day. The .38 Special caliber provides meaningful stopping power for self-defense, and the DA/SA trigger is generally well-regarded for simplicity.

The recoil criticism is real -- a 12 oz .38 Special will be snappier than a 20+ oz steel gun firing the same round. Some owners find it uncomfortable for extended range sessions, and a few note the trigger pull is heavier than preferred for rapid fire. The red/black finish divides opinion: some like the look, others find it less traditionally firearm-like. Overall the gun does what it's designed for -- lightweight concealed carry -- and owners who prioritize that tend to be satisfied.