Charter Arms Pathfinder .22lr (original model)

YankeeIronSights · October 27, 2012, 08:42 PM

Hi Everyone:

I found a Charter Arms Pathfinder .22lr (original older model) at my LGS, in very good condition (no rust or scratches) priced at $199.00. I plan to use it to teach students attending NRA Basic Pistol Safety course. I like my students to show proficiency handling .22 cal revolver and semiautomatic pistol (Ruger SR22) before introducing larger caliber pistols at the range.

I have read mixed reviews on Charter Arms firearms, but think older models were built well. I would appreciate comments from anyone who has owned this same nice little revolver. The revolver looks just like the one found via this link...

http://www.fototime.com/2947551392E0DB1/standard.jpg

9mm · October 27, 2012, 11:28 PM

Yes, the older ones have better QC/should be a great shooter. If you just search older QC on Charter they seem to be much better than newer stuff.

PetahW · October 28, 2012, 08:06 AM

Since all CA gripframes were created equal, the Combat BullDog or square Target Grips are easily switched out for those small carry grips.

I have the Combat BD grips on my 1970's Pathfinder, and replaced the issue rubber bumbers on my 2008 Stainless Pathfinder with 70's square Target Grips.

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October 27, 2012, 08:42 PM	#1
YankeeIronSights Senior Member Join Date: September 8, 2012 Location: USA Posts: 261	Charter Arms Pathfinder .22lr (original model) Hi Everyone: I found a Charter Arms Pathfinder .22lr (original older model) at my LGS, in very good condition (no rust or scratches) priced at $199.00. I plan to use it to teach students attending NRA Basic Pistol Safety course. I like my students to show proficiency handling .22 cal revolver and semiautomatic pistol (Ruger SR22) before introducing larger caliber pistols at the range. I have read mixed reviews on Charter Arms firearms, but think older models were built well. I would appreciate comments from anyone who has owned this same nice little revolver. The revolver looks just like the one found via this link... http://www.fototime.com/2947551392E0DB1/standard.jpg __________________ Educate and inform the whole mass of the people... They are the only sure reliance for the preservation of our liberty. -Thomas Jefferson -

October 27, 2012, 11:28 PM	#2
9mm Senior Member Join Date: January 9, 2011 Location: Land of the Free Posts: 2,834	Yes, the older ones have better QC/should be a great shooter. If you just search older QC on Charter they seem to be much better than newer stuff.

October 28, 2012, 08:06 AM	#3
PetahW Senior Member Join Date: September 19, 2008 Posts: 4,678	Since all CA gripframes were created equal, the Combat BullDog or square Target Grips are easily switched out for those small carry grips. I have the Combat BD grips on my 1970's Pathfinder, and replaced the issue rubber bumbers on my 2008 Stainless Pathfinder with 70's square Target Grips. .