Charter Arms Limited Edition Leather bound Book, Stainless Steel Undercover, “And Now Stainless”

Published on November 21, 2023
Duration: 4:51

This video showcases a rare Charter Arms promotional item: a leather-bound book designed to hold a stainless steel Undercover revolver and a special edition book titled 'And Now Stainless'. The set highlights the introduction of Charter Arms' stainless steel line, featuring a limited edition of 500 pre-production .38 Special Undercover revolvers with custom jade grips. The presenter, a Charter Arms enthusiast, explains the historical significance and collector's value of these unique promotional pieces.

Quick Summary

The Charter Arms 'And Now Stainless' limited edition set is a promotional package featuring a pre-production stainless steel .38 Special Undercover revolver and a signed copy of the 'And Now Stainless' book. Limited to 500 units, these sets highlight Charter Arms' stainless steel offerings and often include custom jade grips, presented in a unique leather-bound book case.

Chapters

  1. 00:03Introduction to Promotional Items
  2. 00:14Charter Arms Leatherbound Book Set
  3. 00:21Stainless Steel Revolver Line
  4. 00:27The 'And Now Stainless' Book
  5. 00:33Case Design and Value
  6. 00:44Book Exterior and Interior
  7. 00:53Revolver Compartment
  8. 01:02Limited Edition Note
  9. 01:06Pre-Production Details
  10. 01:15Craftsmanship and Set Components
  11. 01:23Undercover .38 Special Revolver Highlights
  12. 01:30Revolver Finish and Materials
  13. 01:39Custom Jade Grips
  14. 01:46Three-Piece Presentation
  15. 01:50'And Now Stainless' Book Details
  16. 02:02Fitted Case Description
  17. 02:08Unit Serialization
  18. 02:12Certificate of Authenticity
  19. 02:20Limited Edition Number PP 008
  20. 02:22Edition Size and Type
  21. 02:26Certification Details
  22. 02:32Signatory and Title
  23. 02:35Authenticated Seal
  24. 02:38Presenter's Revolver vs. Set Revolver
  25. 02:44Presenter's Stainless Charter Arms
  26. 02:53Grips Comparison
  27. 02:55Original Pistol Appearance
  28. 03:00Jade Green Grips Aesthetics
  29. 03:06Serial Number Example
  30. 03:12Complete Kit Appearance
  31. 03:19Searching for the Book
  32. 03:27eBay Search Strategy
  33. 03:35Completing the Set
  34. 03:37Seeking Green Grips
  35. 03:41Grip Rarity
  36. 03:46Collector's Item Significance
  37. 03:51Sales Tool Aspect
  38. 03:54Pre-Production Models
  39. 04:00Early Sales Funding
  40. 04:02Comparison to Kickstarter
  41. 04:08Unique Sales Items
  42. 04:10Stainless Steel Limited Edition Summary
  43. 04:13Book Appearance and Function
  44. 04:21Felt Lining
  45. 04:23Book Placement
  46. 04:26Cool Collectible Item
  47. 04:29Love for Charter Arms
  48. 04:31Reasons for Company Appeal
  49. 04:33Value and Reliability
  50. 04:38Charter Arms Collectibles
  51. 04:40Poster Collectible
  52. 04:45Sales Poster
  53. 04:48Closing Remarks

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Charter Arms 'And Now Stainless' limited edition set?

The Charter Arms 'And Now Stainless' limited edition set is a promotional package released to mark the introduction of Charter Arms' stainless steel revolvers. It typically includes a pre-production stainless steel .38 Special Undercover revolver, a signed copy of the 'And Now Stainless' book detailing the company's history, and a custom leather-bound case designed to hold both items.

What makes the Charter Arms stainless steel Undercover revolvers special?

These revolvers were among Charter Arms' first offerings in stainless steel, featuring a non-glare silk finish. The limited edition pre-production models, like those in the 'And Now Stainless' set, often came with unique custom jade grips and were produced in limited runs, such as 500 units, making them highly collectible.

What was the purpose of the leather-bound book case for the Charter Arms set?

The leather-bound book case was designed to resemble a rare collector's volume, enhancing the presentation and perceived value of the set. It served as a protective housing for the stainless steel revolver and the 'And Now Stainless' book, contributing to its appeal as a premium promotional item.

How many of the pre-production stainless steel Charter Arms Undercover revolvers were made?

The pre-production stainless steel .38 Special Undercover revolvers featured in these limited edition sets were produced in a limited quantity of 500 units. Each unit was serialized, often with a 'PP' prefix indicating its pre-production status, adding to its rarity and collector desirability.

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