The Charter Arms Undercover Lite Chic Lady is a DA/SA revolver chambered in .38 Special with a 2-inch barrel and 5-round capacity. It weighs 0.8 lbs (12 oz) with an overall length of 3.75 inches. The frame is 7075 aluminum alloy with a pink finish. The grip is black synthetic with a Crimson Trace laser built in. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Undercover Lite Chic Lady 
• Caliber: .38 Special 
• Action Type: Double/Single Action (DASA) 
• Capacity: 5 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 2 inches 
• Overall Length: 3.75 inches 
• Weight: 0.8 lbs (12 oz) 
• Sights: Fixed Front 
• Grip: Black Synthetic with Crimson Trace Laser 
• Finish: Pink Aluminum 
   

Features 

 
The 7075 aluminum alloy frame keeps total weight at 12 oz, which is low for a .38 Special revolver. At 3.75 inches overall, it fits easily in a pocket or small holster. The fixed front sight gives a basic aiming reference. The Crimson Trace laser grip is factory-integrated, providing an active aiming reference for low-light or speed-presentation scenarios without having to mount a separate unit. The DA/SA trigger gives options: a longer double-action pull for the first shot or a cocked single-action pull for precise follow-ups. 
 

Usage 

 
The Chic Lady is a carry-focused snub-nose revolver. The 12 oz weight and compact dimensions make it suitable for pocket carry or purse carry. At 12 oz, .38 Special +P recoil is noticeable. Range practice helps build familiarity. The Crimson Trace laser is practically useful in home defense scenarios where finding a target quickly matters. The 5-round capacity is standard for this class of revolver.

The Chic Lady generates discussion across a range of users, with the pink aluminum finish being the first thing most people comment on. Those who specifically want a distinctive or personal-statement firearm tend to appreciate the look. Ergonomics split by hand size. Some find the compact grip comfortable; others with larger hands find the short frame less than ideal.

The Crimson Trace laser grip is consistently cited as a practical plus, particularly for defensive use and low-light scenarios. It's integrated into the stock grip, so there's nothing to mount or adjust separately. The .38 Special caliber gets the usual endorsements for its defensive track record.

At 12 oz, recoil from .38 Special is described as snappy by some owners, which is expected from a lightweight aluminum-frame snubby. The 5-round capacity comes up in comparisons to semi-automatics, where it's a standard trade-off discussion. Price relative to other snub-nose revolvers in the market is a recurring debate. Some consider it justified by the integrated Crimson Trace, others feel it's elevated for the features offered. Overall sentiment is positive among owners who use it for pocket carry and appreciate the laser.