Description
Most NAA mini revolvers make you pull the whole cylinder out to reload, which is fine at the bench but slow everywhere else. The Ranger II fixes that with a proper break-top action inspired by the old Schofield style top-breaks of the 1870s. Tip the barrel forward and the star ejector kicks all five empties out at once, drop in fresh rounds, snap it shut, and you're back in business. It's the quickest loading revolver North American Arms makes, and there's something genuinely satisfying about running a top-break that fits in the palm of your hand.
Two Cylinders, One Tiny Revolver
This convertible version of the Ranger II ships with both a .22 WMR cylinder and a .22 LR conversion cylinder, each holding five rounds. That combo makes a lot of sense here. Carry the Magnum cylinder when it counts, then swap to the LR cylinder for range days where you can burn through bulk-pack ammo without wincing at the cost. The lighter recoil of .22 LR also makes it easier to build trigger time on a gun this small.
Ranger II Build Quality and Features
The 2.5 inch full ribbed barrel stretches the sight radius well past the stock 1 5/8 inch Ranger, which helps more than you'd think with the fixed bead front sight and notch rear. The frame and cylinder are stainless steel with NAA's bead blast finish, topped off with smooth rosewood boot grips on the birdshead frame. Fit and finish on these little guns is consistently impressive, with tight seams and clean machining that give them real pride-of-ownership appeal. The single-action hammer uses safety notches between chambers, so you can carry all five loaded with the firing pin resting safely off the cartridge rims.
At roughly 7.7 ounces unloaded and about 6 inches overall, the Ranger II rides in a pocket, pack, or tackle box without you ever noticing it. It's a favorite as a deep-concealment backup, a trail companion, and a plinker that draws a crowd every time it comes out at the range.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: North American Arms
- Manufacturer Part Number: NAA-22MC-R250
- UPC: 744253003295
- Caliber: .22 WMR with .22 LR conversion cylinder
- Action: Single Action, Break-Top
- Capacity: 5 Rounds
- Barrel Length: 2.5" Full Ribbed
- Overall Length: 6"
- Weight (Unloaded): Approx. 7.7 oz
- Frame/Finish: Stainless Steel, Bead Blast Finish
- Grips: Smooth Rosewood Boot Grips, Birdshead Frame
- Front Sight: Fixed Bead
- Rear Sight: Fixed Notch
- Ejection: Star Ejector
What’s Included
- NAA Ranger II break-top revolver
- .22 WMR 5-shot cylinder
- .22 LR 5-shot conversion cylinder
- Lockable metal storage box
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the Ranger II different from other NAA mini revolvers?
Standard NAA minis require you to remove the entire cylinder from the frame to load and unload. The Ranger II uses a break-top action where the barrel hinges forward and a star ejector lifts all five cases out at once. That makes it by far the fastest NAA mini revolver to reload.
Does this Ranger II model come with both cylinders?
Yes, this is the convertible version, model NAA-22MC-R250. It ships with a .22 WMR cylinder and a .22 LR conversion cylinder, both holding five rounds. Swapping between them is quick and requires no tools, so you can carry Magnum and practice with cheaper LR ammo.
Is it safe to carry the NAA Ranger II with all five chambers loaded?
Yes. The cylinder has safety notches between the chambers that let the hammer-mounted firing pin rest safely between cartridges rather than on a live rim. Set the hammer in one of these notches and you can carry all five chambers loaded. Review the owner's manual for the full procedure before carrying.
What is the 2.5 inch barrel version good for compared to the shorter Ranger II?
The 2.5 inch full ribbed barrel adds sight radius and a bit of velocity over the 1 5/8 inch version, which makes it noticeably easier to shoot well. It's still small and light enough for pocket or deep-concealment carry, so many folks consider it the sweet spot in the lineup. It also makes a fun trail gun and plinker.





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