I recall being at the 07 Shot Show in Orlando.
On my rounds I visited the Charter Arms Booth, it was rather large area 30 X 60 I believe.
Freeman Decorating Co. was the general contractor, and I was one of the contractors supervisors.
Within the booth they had 2 FDC 2x8 rental tables.
Displayed on these were two then newly imported Cimarron Chaparral 1873's, and 3 Single Action revolvers and a
Coach Gun. It was obvious to me Charter Arms planned to get into importing CAS firearms.
I don't recall the CA Factory Rep name, I did have his business card though,
and it stated Charter Arms Western Action.
Later I wrote a first impression of the Chaparral 73's, for the SASS wire (it may have been posted on CAS City as well.)
In the review, I noted the wood to metal gaps were excessive, fit & finish was lacking and the wood
was a mystery species with painted or stenciled graining.
I took some response heat from the Charter Arms Rep. If I recall, he was a CA Veep of some clout.
He claimed these SHOW guns were prototypes. He also claimed one could get real Walnut stocks at a later date. He chastised me saying I should allow some slack as these were Chaparral prototypes.
I countered, "This was the Shot Show" EVERYONE is putting the products best foot froward in the major industry show. Why would anyone not wish to show case the best of their new product? "
Within a few months Charter Arms was no longer involved with Chaparral or accepting returns for warranty. I seem to recall the VEEP Rep was no longer at Charter Arms either.
You might check the search feature here on CAS City, much was discussed about Chaparral, some worked, others didn't.