Charter Arms 72242 Pathfinder Target 4.2" 8-Round Stainless Revolver

The Charter Arms 72242 Pathfinder Target 4.2" 8-Round Stainless Revolver is purpose-built for shooters who demand precision and reliability in a compact, carry-friendly platform. This revolver serves law enforcement, competitive shooters, and civilian defensive users seeking a dependable wheelgun with manageable recoil and superior accuracy potential. The Pathfinder Target designation indicates this model prioritizes sight radius and ergonomic control—critical factors for either competitive shooting sports or defensive proficiency drills where shot placement determines outcomes.

Constructed in stainless steel, the Charter Arms Pathfinder Target features excellent corrosion resistance and durability suitable for both training and duty environments. The 4.2-inch barrel strikes an optimal balance between velocity and sight radius, improving accuracy without sacrificing concealability—a proven configuration in defensive revolver design. At 2.37 lbs, this eight-round revolver remains light enough for extended carry yet substantial enough to manage recoil effectively during rapid-fire sequences. The .22 LR chambering (standard for Pathfinder models) enables cost-effective training and low-recoil practice while maintaining inherent revolver reliability and mechanical simplicity that requires no external safeties or magazine dependencies.

This revolver is ideal for shooters building fundamental handgun skills, those transitioning to defensive training with minimal recoil, and competitors in rimfire shooting disciplines. The eight-round capacity and target-optimized ergonomics make it suitable for extended practice sessions without frequent reloads. Law enforcement and military personnel often leverage .22 LR revolvers for qualification maintenance and low-cost marksmanship drills, while civilian shooters benefit from the Charter Arms reputation for American-made reliability and the inherent safety features of double-action revolver design. Compatible with standard .22 LR ammunition from any major manufacturer, the Pathfinder Target offers flexibility in ammunition selection without proprietary dependencies.