The Charter Arms Merlot in .38 Special (MPN 53822) is a compact revolver built for concealed carry, giving shooters a lightweight, easy-to-carry sixgun for personal protection. Charter Arms builds this revolver around a 2-inch barrel for quick presentation from concealment. Among concealed-carry revolvers in the revolvers category, the Merlot favors shooters who want a compact, discreet .38 Special for everyday carry.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in the proven .38 Special cartridge.
• Built on a compact revolver frame.
• Features a short 2-inch barrel for concealment.
• Uses an internal hammer-block safety rather than an external manual safety, standard on Charter Arms double-action revolvers.
• The compact frame is sized for pocket or ankle holster carry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What cartridge does this revolver use? .38 Special, a proven concealed-carry round.

Is this revolver sized for concealed carry? Yes, its 2-inch barrel and compact frame are built for discreet carry.

Buy the Charter Arms Merlot .38 Special

A compact, easy-to-carry .38 Special revolver is exactly what the Merlot delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.