The Charter Arms Undercover Lite Chic Lady is a .38 Special DA/SA revolver built on a 7075 aluminum alloy frame with high-polished stainless components. It holds 5 rounds through a 2-inch barrel and weighs just 12 oz, making it one of the lightest revolvers available. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Charter Arms 
• Model Name: Undercover Lite Chic Lady 
• Caliber: .38 SPL (38 Special) 
• Action Type: Double Action / Single Action (DASA) 
• Capacity: 5 Rounds 
• Barrel Length: 2 inches 
• Weight: 0.8 lbs (12 oz) 
• Frame Material: 7075 Aluminum Alloy 
• Finish Color: Lavender Aluminum with High Polished Stainless components 
• Grip Type: Black Synthetic with Crimson Trace Laser 
• Sights: Fixed Front 
   

Detailed Features 

The 7075 aluminum alloy frame drops weight while maintaining durability adequate for .38 Special pressures. At 12 oz it carries all day without fatigue. The Crimson Trace laser grip gives a real aiming advantage in low-light situations where fixed sights are harder to pick up. Overall length is 3.75 inches, which conceals easily under most clothing. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

The combination of light weight and short barrel makes this revolver a natural everyday carry option for anyone who prefers a revolver for personal protection. It also works as a nightstand or purse gun where access speed and low weight both matter. The .38 Special caliber delivers effective stopping power in a manageable package at close defensive distances.

The lavender finish and overall design get genuine praise for standing apart from traditional firearm aesthetics. The 12 oz weight and easy concealability are the most consistently praised practical features.

Recoil is the main honest concern. At 12 oz with .38 Special, the revolver is snappy, which some shooters find uncomfortable. The 5-round capacity is lower than semi-automatic alternatives, which matters to shooters who want higher round counts for defense. There is also some pushback in online discussions about marketing firearms with a color scheme targeting women, with some arguing it trivializes the self-defense purpose. Overall feedback is positive for what it is: an extremely light, easy-to-carry .38 Special.