Description
There is small, and then there is the North American Arms Mini-Revolver. This little five-shot single action is chambered in .22 Winchester Magnum and built entirely from corrosion-resistant 17-4 stainless steel, with a 1.625 inch barrel and a weight of just 6.5 ounces. It runs like a cowboy gun in miniature, with a hammer you cock for every shot and a fixed front sight that keeps things simple. NAA has been machining these in Provo, Utah for decades, and the fit and finish on them regularly draws comparisons to fine watchmaking.
What Makes the Holster Grip Version Different
The star of this particular model is the folding holster grip. The rugged black polymer sheath folds up against the bottom of the frame like a pocketknife, completely enclosing the trigger so the gun cannot be fired while folded. An ambidextrous clip lets you carry it inside the waistband, on a belt, or clipped in a pocket. When it is time to shoot, the grip swings open and locks positively into place, giving you a full-sized gripping surface that makes this tiny revolver noticeably easier to control than the standard bird's head grip. It locks in both the open and closed positions, so nothing flops around during carry or handling.
Carrying the NAA Mini-Revolver Day to Day
The cylinder features halfway notches between the chambers, which let the hammer rest securely off a live round while you carry all five chambers loaded. Combined with the enclosed trigger when folded, that makes this one of the more thoughtfully designed deep concealment revolvers out there. Owners tend to run these hard, and the track record for reliability through hundreds of rounds is a big part of why NAA minis have such a loyal following.
Why the 22 Magnum Mini Keeps Selling
At 5.13 inches overall with the grip deployed, this is a gun that disappears where nothing else will. It works as a backup, a hiking companion, or the gun you grab when carrying anything bigger just is not practical. Simple, well made, and built in America, it earns its spot.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: North American Arms
- Model: Mini-Revolver Holster Grip
- Manufacturer Part Number: NAA-22M-HG
- UPC: 744253000904
- Caliber: .22 Magnum (.22 WMR)
- Action: Single Action
- Capacity: 5 Rounds
- Barrel Length: 1.625 in
- Overall Length: 5.13 in
- Height: 2.81 in
- Width: 1.03 in
- Weight: 6.5 oz
- Frame Material: 17-4 Stainless Steel
- Finish: Stainless
- Grip: Black Polymer Folding Holster Grip with Ambidextrous Clip
- Sights: Fixed Front
What’s Included
- NAA Mini-Revolver .22 Magnum with folding holster grip installed
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the holster grip on this NAA Mini-Revolver work?
The black polymer grip folds up against the bottom of the frame like a pocketknife, fully enclosing the trigger so the gun cannot fire while folded. To deploy it, you swing the grip open until it locks into place, giving you a full-sized handle for better control. A push of the release button folds it back closed, and the built-in ambidextrous clip lets you carry it on a belt, inside the waistband, or in a pocket.
Can I safely carry the Mini-Revolver with all five chambers loaded?
Yes. The cylinder has halfway notches machined between the chambers, so the hammer rests securely between rounds rather than on a live primer. That design lets you carry a full five rounds, and the folded holster grip adds another layer of protection by enclosing the trigger completely.
Will this NAA 22 Magnum mini revolver also shoot .22 LR?
This model, NAA-22M-HG, is chambered for .22 Magnum only. If you want dual-caliber capability, NAA offers the same gun with a .22 LR conversion cylinder as model NAA-22MC-HG. Conversion cylinders can also be purchased separately and fitted later.
Is the Mini-Revolver practical for everyday carry?
That is exactly what it was built for. At 6.5 ounces and just over 5 inches long, it conceals in places larger handguns simply cannot go, which is why it is so popular as a backup or a deep concealment option. The single action operation means you cock the hammer for each shot, so it rewards a bit of practice, but the folding grip makes it far easier to handle than its size suggests.




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