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Charter Arms
Model 79K
Charter Arms Pistol 79K .380 Auto Variant-1
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Gun Dimensions Width:No Data
Length:6.5-in Height:No Data
Barrel:3.6-in Weight:24.5-oz
1 Variant
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (90 grain bullet)89190
  • Recoil Factor (90 grain bullet)2.28 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity8 rounds
  • ConcealabilityGood
  • Defense Factor55%
Gun Specifications
Type:Pistol
Produced:1984 - 1986
Caliber:.380 Auto
Action:blowback operated semi-auto
Trigger:double-action (DA/SA)
Safety:slide mounted hammer block
Magazine:7-round
Frame:stainless steel
Grip:checkered wood
Sights:fixed blade front, adjustable rear
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Manufacturer
Charter Arms
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Gun Value
MSRP:$390.00Used Est:$300.00
Last Update:10/4/2023
About the Gun

Pocket-sized .380 Auto double-action, semi-automatic pistol made for Charter Arms in West Germany.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .380 Automatic
Alias: 9mm Browning Short
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:90 grains
MV:991 ft/sec ME:196 ft-lbs
About the Cartridge

Designed by John Browning and introduced by Fabrique Nationale of Belgium, this cartridge has achieved world-wide acceptance and has even been adopted as the standard pistol cartridge by several governments. One reason for the round's success is that it is the largest practical cartridge that can be easily adapted to small automatic pocket pistols. Ballistics fall far short of even the 9mm Luger, but still prove adequate for most self-defense situations. The round has established quite a niche position in this role, often being chosen over more traditional small calibers such as the .25 and .32 Autos.

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