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The 6-shot 2" .32 H&R Magnum is a solid performer on paper and the street. I can "smooth out" the action by myself. I know the .32 H&R has enough power to "accomplish the mission". If something goes wrong, they'll take care of it. |
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Originally Posted By CaptainO: The 6-shot 2" .32 H&R Magnum is a solid performer on paper and the street. I can "smooth out" the action by myself. I know the .32 H&R has enough power to "accomplish the mission". If something goes wrong, they'll take care of it. I have a like new Yugo with a fresh paint job that you really need. I'll make you a super trade. |
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here's my old one in 32 S&WL. I'm happy with it. but I'd want to inspect carefully anything new from them. which one ore you going to get?  |
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Originally Posted By MRW: here's my old one in 32 S&WL. I'm happy with it. but I'd want to inspect carefully anything new from them. which one ore you going to get? https://i.imgur.com/M1CwzxA.jpg This is the one I want. Model # 73220 Model # 73220 Model # 73220 Model # 73220 $ 410.20 This product can be purchased from a Charter Arms Dealer. ← Previous Product You may never have considered a .32 for concealed carry. But Charter’s Undercoverette is out to change your mind! This revolver offers potent Magnum stopping power making it ideal for home protection. Yet it has a short 2” barrel making it easy to conceal and carry. The Undercoverette also offers lighter recoil, making it a comfortable revolver for recreational shooting. Safety, reliability, stopping power, less recoil—the Undercoverette delivers. Model:73220 Finish:Stainless Frame:7075 Aluminum Grip:Full Barrel length:2" Capacity:6-shot Caliber:.32 H&R Mag Hammer:Standard Weight:15 oz. |
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I have a 1984 Classic Stainless Steel Bulldog in .44 S&W Special. It is perfect and runs well. Earlier today, I spoke with Eric at Charter Arms. I remain assured that, if something goes wrong, they'll repair or replace it. Roy Huntington of Handloader magazine has bought two of them, pulled a "fluff, buff, and melt" on one. (His wife "appropriated" it). Roy bought another and repeated the process. This seemed a fairly good "seal of approval". Roy is a good judge of shooting stock. |
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The older Bridgeport and Stratford Charters are nice; I've had several over the years. The mid-era Charco and Charter 2000 guns had a spotty reputation. The current editions seem to be fine, tho I haven't owned one. Been experimenting with the 32 revolver for a while. I have Colt DS in 32 Long, a Smith 30 three inch in 32 Long, and a Taurus in 327 Fed. The 327 Fed is a snappy little bugger. With 32 H&R it's quite pleasant. 32 Long is very mild. If you're not set on the Charter, take a look at the Taurus. I have no complaints with mine. |
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Originally Posted By Ameshawki: The older Bridgeport and Stratford Charters are nice; I've had several over the years. The mid-era Charco and Charter 2000 guns had a spotty reputation. The current editions seem to be fine, tho I haven't owned one. Been experimenting with the 32 revolver for a while. I have Colt DS in 32 Long, a Smith 30 three inch in 32 Long, and a Taurus in 327 Fed. The 327 Fed is a snappy little bugger. With 32 H&R it's quite pleasant. 32 Long is very mild. If you're not set on the Charter, take a look at the Taurus. I have no complaints with mine. I have an older Taurus Model 73-74(?) in .32 S&W Long (.32 Colt New Police) that shoots well, but the D/A trigger is VERY heavy. I'm going to visit the gun shop today and ask them about the Taurus, but may fall back to the Charter Arms Undercoverette because, 1. It is made in the US of A, 2. It has a "lifetime warranty" (and Charter Arms really means it). I'll see what my local "gun getting emporium" has to tell me. |
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Originally Posted By ARK_Ginger: Good luck. I was talking myself into then out of a 32 H&R this past month and that one was in the running. I think it’s a hard sell when the lipsey’s special Ruger lcr 32 H&R can be had for $50-75 more. I was looking at LCRs tonight. There’s a .32H&R that retails for $394 |
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I have two Stratford made "Undercoverettes" that I purchased extra cylinder and crane assemblies for. I purchased a .32 H&R finish reamer from Brownells and reamed the spare cylinder assemblies to accept .32 H&R magnum cartridges. Both conversions work great and now have a choice of .32 S&W Long or .32 H&R magnm. Gary |
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Originally Posted By jack_pine_savage: I have two Stratford made "Undercoverettes" that I purchased extra cylinder and crane assemblies for. I purchased a .32 H&R finish reamer from Brownells and reamed the spare cylinder assemblies to accept .32 H&R magnum cartridges. Both conversions work great and now have a choice of .32 S&W Long or .32 H&R magnm. Gary Very good! I hope you can enjoy them for a long time. |
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I've ordered 4x new Charters from my distributors. 1) 4" Charter Arms .22 LR Pathfinder. The machining on the outside of the barrel was not straight. Charter, on seeing the pics, said send it in. They replace the barrel - not with one that was visibly good, but one that was better w/ fewer wiggly machining cuts. Sold it at my cost + sales tax. 2) 2" Charter Arms .22 WMR snub. Front sight just visibly crooked, I presume they test fired it so maybe that's how they lined it up? Probably only going to be shot at conversational distances anyway, sells for what I asked for it. 3) 2" Charter Arms .22 WMR snub. Test fired it, we were making hits in SA at 35 yds on a steel plate, lots of fun. Sold it for what I asked for it. 4) 2" Charter Arms .22 WMR snub. Extractor star will not reliably seat into the cylinder w/o a push leading to an audible click. About to ship it back for repair. That's a 50% repair rate on new guns. Will sell this one on return & I'm done. |
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Originally Posted By backbencher: I've ordered 4x new Charters from my distributors. 1) 4" Charter Arms .22 LR Pathfinder. The machining on the outside of the barrel was not straight. Charter, on seeing the pics, said send it in. They replace the barrel - not with one that was visibly good, but one that was better w/ fewer wiggly machining cuts. Sold it at my cost + sales tax. 2) 2" Charter Arms .22 WMR snub. Front sight just visibly crooked, I presume they test fired it so maybe that's how they lined it up? Probably only going to be shot at conversational distances anyway, sells for what I asked for it. 3) 2" Charter Arms .22 WMR snub. Test fired it, we were making hits in SA at 35 yds on a steel plate, lots of fun. Sold it for what I asked for it. 4) 2" Charter Arms .22 WMR snub. Extractor star will not reliably seat into the cylinder w/o a push leading to an audible click. About to ship it back for repair. That's a 50% repair rate on new guns. Will sell this one on return & I'm done. DAMN! I am sorry for your misfortunes. Call Eric at Charter Arms and tell him of these repeated problems. They need to be reminded of the problems their rimfire Magnums are having. Sometimes they need to have a "burr placed under their saddle" to get their attention. Good luck and may God bless. |
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Originally Posted By CaptainO: DAMN! I am sorry for your misfortunes. Call Eric at Charter Arms and tell him of these repeated problems. They need to be reminded of the problems their rimfire Magnums are having. Sometimes they need to have a "burr placed under their saddle" to get their attention. Good luck and may God bless. Originally Posted By CaptainO: Originally Posted By backbencher: I've ordered 4x new Charters from my distributors. 1) 4" Charter Arms .22 LR Pathfinder. The machining on the outside of the barrel was not straight. Charter, on seeing the pics, said send it in. They replace the barrel - not with one that was visibly good, but one that was better w/ fewer wiggly machining cuts. Sold it at my cost + sales tax. 2) 2" Charter Arms .22 WMR snub. Front sight just visibly crooked, I presume they test fired it so maybe that's how they lined it up? Probably only going to be shot at conversational distances anyway, sells for what I asked for it. 3) 2" Charter Arms .22 WMR snub. Test fired it, we were making hits in SA at 35 yds on a steel plate, lots of fun. Sold it for what I asked for it. 4) 2" Charter Arms .22 WMR snub. Extractor star will not reliably seat into the cylinder w/o a push leading to an audible click. About to ship it back for repair. That's a 50% repair rate on new guns. Will sell this one on return & I'm done. DAMN! I am sorry for your misfortunes. Call Eric at Charter Arms and tell him of these repeated problems. They need to be reminded of the problems their rimfire Magnums are having. Sometimes they need to have a "burr placed under their saddle" to get their attention. Good luck and may God bless. This isn't something that one guy in the service department can address. This is a systemic lack of QC of production guns that they are shipping out the door as fast as possible. After I get this one back, I'll send a polite letter to the President of Charter, and wish him the best of luck. |
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Originally Posted By CaptainO: I got a good one. Everything is smooth and straight, the lockup is fine. Good to hear. I know they can make good ones, it's the hit or miss I can't tolerate. Post pics, particularly of the ejector shroud machining. |
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Originally Posted By MRW: here's my old one in 32 S&WL. I'm happy with it. but I'd want to inspect carefully anything new from them. which one ore you going to get? https://i.imgur.com/M1CwzxA.jpg  |
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If the .32 is OK for your purposes, great!  Personally, I'd prefer the .32-20 so that I could have both revolver and carbine in like calibers. Just that I still got that 'want' for a Classic Bulldog® in .44 Spl. 
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Originally Posted By wganz: If the .32 is OK for your purposes, great! Personally, I'd prefer the .32-20 so that I could have both revolver and carbine in like calibers. Just that I still got that 'want' for a Classic Bulldog® in .44 Spl. Aren't there some .327 lever guns by now? |
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Originally Posted By 10mmillie: Charter Arms and solid performer is not something I’ve seen said about Charter since the late 70’s. You can try and let us know how it goes for you. This. When I worked the gun counter we had a lot of them come back for warranty issues. |
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Originally Posted By backbencher: Aren't there some .327 lever guns by now? Originally Posted By backbencher: Originally Posted By wganz: If the .32 is OK for your purposes, great! Personally, I'd prefer the .32-20 so that I could have both revolver and carbine in like calibers. Just that I still got that 'want' for a Classic Bulldog® in .44 Spl. Aren't there some .327 lever guns by now? Attached File |
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What made you pick that particular quote for your sig-line?
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Originally Posted By Teddydog: I had an "as new in box" Marlin 1894CB in .32 H&R. Likely unfired since it left the factory. I sold it when I bought the Henry. Wish I still had it. https://www.teddydog.org/guns/henry_327.jpg rob I wish I had it. 
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Originally Posted By Det0nate: It takes a special kind of retard to argue the wrong side of second grade spelling.
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Originally Posted By MRW: will the 327 leverguns also feed the 32 mag? The Henry one says it will: https://www.henryusa.com/firearm/h12-classic-rifle-carbine/ |