Congratulations! I thought it might end up in your collection after all. That's a great tip about the drywall anchors. I'll definitely keep that in mind... Also, you're definitely right about the front sight. The factory fixed my .32's point of impact problems, and my front sight looks exactly the same as that one. Merry Christmas!
My Charter Arms Pathfinder was maid in 1981 and has a 3 inch barre i got it in 1982 and still shoot it to day . it came with 5 sets of grips 2 sets of rubbers and 3 sets of wood grips
Nice find , good thing you got that parts kit. Would've sucked if you had shot it the way it was , and it would be shaving lead . Hope you have a great Christmas and a happy new year
The two pathfinders I mentioned below have zinc trigger guards. Today I recieved a parts kits for a Pathfinder I bought off of Ebay and it has a steel trigger guard. A magnet sticks to it. The kit also has a trigger with the grooves on it as does both my complete Pathfinders.
I have two Pathfinders with a blued finish. Both mine have metal tigger guards, shorter cylinders, exposed ejector rods and longer front sights. Both mine were bought used, but both were unfired. I had to replace the main springs in both of them due to light primer strikes. Also both have wooden grips and a three inch barrel. Both mine were made in Stratford connecticut.
Just an FYI they make a chamber ironing swage to get that burr out of the chamber. Tandem Cross, Menck among others, all under $30 I like the Charter arms line up too, I have couple one in .38 and one in 44 spec. I have been looking for a 22lr for a long time now. You got it for a good price.
Thanks for the tip about the swage tool. I had seen those- the whole parts kit was right around $35 I think so I’m not sure I could have gotten the other tools for any better price. I have a bunch of charter arms revolvers, I love the older ones from Bridgeport better, but I won’t turn down any that lock up right and look to be in good shape.
Going to a LGS to look for any .22lr target style revolvers. I’ve never had any Charter Arms but I’d say if they could order one that’s what I’ll get. Your videos have helped me find out information about both the snub nose and the 4in. I have a Taurus 66 .357 that’s getting expensive to shoot, I like Taurus but charter arms is considerably cheaper that doesn’t seem to be much difference in qualities. Thanks for the well worded reviews
@@ACommenterOnTH-cam if they go off with a second hammer strike they’re not duds- but the priming compound may not be slung all the way around the head…
Aren’t the anodized some kind of carbon steel, more likely to rust? I have a Taurus 942 I always wanted to try sanding. I was just afraid of rust issues.
I don’t know- they’re inexpensive, decently built, Reliable, and made in New England. I like buying guns made locally because it supports the industry even in anti gun states. I just like them 🤷🏻♂️
@@crankygunreviews About the answer I expected. So why not a similar affection for Taurus then also? Because they are technically Brazilian? Make no mistake I'm not hatin on your preferences, just genuinely curious. I know Taurus used to have a bad rap but the current stuff is really good for the money. The RIA revolvers are decent too.
@@BuckeyeBallistics I like the older Taurus ones as wel, have a super sweet model 85 classic, but the biggest reason being, barely any of the Taurus revolvers are approved in my state- the only ones I found have been a couple of the older model 85’s like I have, a Judge which was so loose I didn’t think it was safe to fire, and the new 856 which I don’t like because they have a lock on them. Taurus will never be as good as charter arms in my opinion, and they’re not USA Made either. Don’t get me wrong, I like Taurus for the value and I think they’ve come a long way, I could get into collecting those, but it would not replace my love for Charter Arms
Great video, I too want to get a pathfinder and swap out the grip frame for aluminum. I noticed I can only find black, but sanding it down was a great fix, that looks good as well. Where did you get those grips? I like that profile wood grip on this gun. Would be even better if it was checkered rosewood!
I need some information for some research I am doing. My knowledge of firearms is very, very minimal. Hopefully you can provide an answer to my query. What I am trying to find out is what was the largest calibre of concealable pistol, handgun or revolver with accuracy to 15 to 20 feet, one hand operable, minimum recoil, ability to fire one bullet minimum available in the early 1960's? Your expert assistance would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance. Loty
Minimal recoil is the hard part… 38 special +P or 44 special probably. The .357 Magnum and .44 Magnum were the powerhouses, and with a long enough barrel and heavy enough gun, you could probably one hand them, but not very comfortably
@@lotyamar4385 yeah. Charter Arms makes the Bulldog in 44 special, and just about any revolver maker has a 38 special +P. Ruger LCR, Smith and Wesson 637, 642, 442, 638, Taurus 856, and many others.
I have this pistol. Purchased 2 other grips; but honestly as ugly as the rubber grip is, it fits like a friggin glove. Well designed👍 the 2 i bought suck
I bought a Pathfinder last year in .22 MAG. Worst POS firearm I have ever owned, and the company is even worse. In short - October 24, 2023, 1st day, after firing 8 rounds, sent it for warranty repair. A little more than 2 months later, got it back "repaired". Still keyholing badly. Sent in again for warranty repair. After about 2 months, I was told that it would be replaced. That was about 3 weeks ago - no more communication from Charter Arms. Their communication is non-existant, except they will sometimes reply to an email question. Customer service is zero. This is the first and last Charter firearm I will ever buy. When (IF) I ever do get the replacement, it will be available ....
Yeah they do have some bad ones now and then - my pathfinders keyhole if they get too much lead in the barrel. With a good cleaning, bronze brushes, usually a lot of lead comes out of the barrel, then they’re good to go again. Every gun is unique though…
@@crankygunreviews - brand new, out of the box!! I would hope the bore wouldn't be fouled. I know it wasn't test fired at manufacture because the spent brass couldn't be extracted.
@@erniea4424 yeah that sounds like an issue. They do have some that have issues- I know a few people have had problems with new guns. Hope they do right by you, I’ve had good luck with mine- I have one 22lr that the cylinder is tight, and the cases drag a little when the cylinder rotates
You’re on a tare lately, good for you. I’m on a short leash lately after a spendy year that I had.
Next year will have to be more lean
I think this was a great purchase. Charter had some exceptional years and I think most are decent.
Thanks! I’m just glad I got the parts kit too. I think it would have been a disappointment if I shot it as it was when I bought it
Very interesting video.I bought the Pathfinder UL22 revolver new last year.8 rounds and came with plasstic snap caps.It's not a bad little plinker.
I have the Pathfinder Target as well, I think I got mine this year or last year. Shoots good
Congratulations! I thought it might end up in your collection after all.
That's a great tip about the drywall anchors. I'll definitely keep that in mind... Also, you're definitely right about the front sight. The factory fixed my .32's point of impact problems, and my front sight looks exactly the same as that one.
Merry Christmas!
Thanks for the feedback! Merry Christmas
My Charter Arms Pathfinder was maid in 1981 and has a 3 inch barre i got it in 1982 and still shoot it to day . it came with 5 sets of grips 2 sets of rubbers and 3 sets of wood grips
Nice! I have one of those as well, found it earlier this year.
The action on that Path Finder is as smooth as the ride on a Ski Daddler.
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 yep, rough, bumpy, and too heavy a trigger
Nice find , good thing you got that parts kit. Would've sucked if you had shot it the way it was , and it would be shaving lead . Hope you have a great Christmas and a happy new year
I agree. Thanks and Merry Christmas!
Nicely done !
Thanks! Merry Christmas 🎁!
Looks great, nice work
👍
The two pathfinders I mentioned below have zinc trigger guards. Today I recieved a parts kits for a Pathfinder I bought off of Ebay and it has a steel trigger guard. A magnet sticks to it. The kit also has a trigger with the grooves on it as does both my complete Pathfinders.
I think the older bulldogs and undercovers may have had steel grip frames
I have two Pathfinders with a blued finish. Both mine have metal tigger guards, shorter cylinders, exposed ejector rods and longer front sights. Both mine were bought used, but both were unfired. I had to replace the main springs in both of them due to light primer strikes. Also both have wooden grips and a three inch barrel. Both mine were made in Stratford connecticut.
That’s awesome!
Just an FYI they make a chamber ironing swage to get that burr out of the chamber. Tandem
Cross, Menck among others, all under $30 I like the Charter arms line up too, I have couple one in .38 and one in 44 spec. I have been looking for a 22lr for a long time now. You got it for a good price.
Thanks for the tip about the swage tool. I had seen those- the whole parts kit was right around $35 I think so I’m not sure I could have gotten the other tools for any better price.
I have a bunch of charter arms revolvers, I love the older ones from Bridgeport better, but I won’t turn down any that lock up right and look to be in good shape.
Going to a LGS to look for any .22lr target style revolvers. I’ve never had any Charter Arms but I’d say if they could order one that’s what I’ll get. Your videos have helped me find out information about both the snub nose and the 4in. I have a Taurus 66 .357 that’s getting expensive to shoot, I like Taurus but charter arms is considerably cheaper that doesn’t seem to be much difference in qualities. Thanks for the well worded reviews
No problem, glad I could help
Glad you got it. You must have been very good this year. 😇
Merry Christmas! 🎄🎁✝️
I work hard… :)
I thought Pathfinder's were 8-shots. I just don't want to deal with light primer strikes.
Only the new ones are 8 shots. All the older ones were 6 shot. I never had light strikes with mine, I’ve had 4 pathfinders
Those are called dud rounds, not light primer strikes
@@ACommenterOnTH-cam if they go off with a second hammer strike they’re not duds- but the priming compound may not be slung all the way around the head…
@@ACommenterOnTH-cam Tell you what ace, I wasted $800 dollars on GD Charter Arms crap so you can KMA
@@Jim-oo7dk And you can stick that comment where the sun dont shine MF' r
I just paid 120 in good shape. I couldn't say NO.
@@samuelmorado70 great price
Aren’t the anodized some kind of carbon steel, more likely to rust? I have a Taurus 942 I always wanted to try sanding. I was just afraid of rust issues.
If it’s steel and you don’t blue it, paint it, or coat it in something it will rust
Why exactly do you like these charter arms revolvers? I fixed the cylinder on my Rough rider that looked like that with a dremel...
I don’t know- they’re inexpensive, decently built, Reliable, and made in New England. I like buying guns made locally because it supports the industry even in anti gun states. I just like them 🤷🏻♂️
@@crankygunreviews About the answer I expected. So why not a similar affection for Taurus then also? Because they are technically Brazilian? Make no mistake I'm not hatin on your preferences, just genuinely curious. I know Taurus used to have a bad rap but the current stuff is really good for the money. The RIA revolvers are decent too.
@@BuckeyeBallistics I like the older Taurus ones as wel, have a super sweet model 85 classic, but the biggest reason being, barely any of the Taurus revolvers are approved in my state- the only ones I found have been a couple of the older model 85’s like I have, a Judge which was so loose I didn’t think it was safe to fire, and the new 856 which I don’t like because they have a lock on them.
Taurus will never be as good as charter arms in my opinion, and they’re not USA Made either. Don’t get me wrong, I like Taurus for the value and I think they’ve come a long way, I could get into collecting those, but it would not replace my love for Charter Arms
I wonder why this gun wouldn't be approved. Looks good and functions well. How does it shoot?
It’s a political Bs thing- have to take drop tests and other stuff, pay money probably… I haven’t shot it yet, but soon
Can an optic be put on any of the Pathfinders? Would be interested in the 4" if so.
I have no idea - you may want to contact Charter Arms
Great video, I too want to get a pathfinder and swap out the grip frame for aluminum. I noticed I can only find black, but sanding it down was a great fix, that looks good as well.
Where did you get those grips? I like that profile wood grip on this gun. Would be even better if it was checkered rosewood!
Those are standard Charter Arms grips, eBay man. Usualy arund $20-25, the checkered ones are def better.
I need some information for some research I am doing. My knowledge of firearms is very, very minimal. Hopefully you can provide an answer to my query. What I am trying to find out is what was the largest calibre of concealable pistol, handgun or revolver with accuracy to 15 to 20 feet, one hand operable, minimum recoil, ability to fire one bullet minimum available in the early 1960's? Your expert assistance would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance. Loty
Minimal recoil is the hard part… 38 special +P or 44 special probably.
The .357 Magnum and .44 Magnum were the powerhouses, and with a long enough barrel and heavy enough gun, you could probably one hand them, but not very comfortably
Thanks so much. Are there any newer models available now that would meet the criteria?@@crankygunreviews
@@lotyamar4385 yeah. Charter Arms makes the Bulldog in 44 special, and just about any revolver maker has a 38 special +P. Ruger LCR, Smith and Wesson 637, 642, 442, 638, Taurus 856, and many others.
Again, Thanks so much. Your information is very helpful. Wish you all the best in the coming year. Happy New Year!@@crankygunreviews
I have this pistol. Purchased 2 other grips; but honestly as ugly as the rubber grip is, it fits like a friggin glove. Well designed👍 the 2 i bought suck
@@Brandi6666 yeah the grips are ugly but they work
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Yea F TH-cam and their stupid rules
@@ACommenterOnTH-cam 🤷🏻♂️
Is the frame metal or aluminum?
Aluminum is metal. The original frame is polymer, the one I swapped in is aluminum.
I bought a Pathfinder last year in .22 MAG. Worst POS firearm I have ever owned, and the company is even worse.
In short - October 24, 2023, 1st day, after firing 8 rounds, sent it for warranty repair. A little more than 2 months later, got it back "repaired". Still keyholing badly. Sent in again for warranty repair. After about 2 months, I was told that it would be replaced. That was about 3 weeks ago - no more communication from Charter Arms. Their communication is non-existant, except they will sometimes reply to an email question. Customer service is zero.
This is the first and last Charter firearm I will ever buy.
When (IF) I ever do get the replacement, it will be available ....
Yeah they do have some bad ones now and then - my pathfinders keyhole if they get too much lead in the barrel. With a good cleaning, bronze brushes, usually a lot of lead comes out of the barrel, then they’re good to go again. Every gun is unique though…
@@crankygunreviews - brand new, out of the box!! I would hope the bore wouldn't be fouled. I know it wasn't test fired at manufacture because the spent brass couldn't be extracted.
@@erniea4424 yeah that sounds like an issue. They do have some that have issues- I know a few people have had problems with new guns. Hope they do right by you, I’ve had good luck with mine- I have one 22lr that the cylinder is tight, and the cases drag a little when the cylinder rotates
Re-subscribed! More real guns please. 👍
All my guns are real 😁