Charter Arms 53835 Pink Lady 2" 5-Round Revolver

The Charter Arms 53835 Pink Lady 2" 5-Round Revolver is a lightweight, compact wheelgun engineered for deep concealment and personal protection in high-stress environments. Designed for civilians and off-duty professionals who demand reliability in a minimal footprint, this .38 Special revolver delivers proven dependability without the bulk. The 2-inch barrel and 5-round cylinder make it ideal for pocket carry, ankle backup, or purse-mounted defense where accessibility and discretion are paramount.

Charter Arms' .38 Special platform utilizes traditional double-action/single-action trigger geometry, offering both safety and fire control in defensive scenarios. The 2-inch barrel provides adequate velocity for standard and +P ammunition while maintaining controllable recoil—critical in close-quarters draw situations where follow-up accuracy matters. At 1.95 pounds unloaded, the revolver remains manageable during extended carry without inducing fatigue, and the compact 8-inch overall length ensures it won't print under light clothing. The 5-round capacity balances firepower with the ultra-compact profile that defines this class of backup and deep-concealment weapons.

Law enforcement off-duty personnel, armed security professionals, and civilian permit holders seeking a no-compromise backup gun will find the Charter Arms Pink Lady 2" an effective alternative to larger service weapons. The .38 Special cartridge feeds reliably in revolvers and requires no press checks or administrative handling, reducing liability in defensive encounters. Its mechanical simplicity—no safeties to manipulate under stress—makes it suitable for rapid deployment from pocket or ankle rigs. Standard .38 Special and .38 +P loads are widely available, ensuring that users maintain consistent training ammunition and carry loads without specialized sourcing.