Description
Most mini revolvers ask you to give up any real grip in exchange for their tiny footprint. The Black Widow splits the difference. North American Arms built it on their proven .22 Magnum frame, then added an oversized rubber grip with finger grooves and the signature red hourglass medallion. The result handles closer to a small frame carry revolver than a typical pocket mini, and the extra material gives your hand something to hold onto when you touch off a Magnum load. At 8.8 ounces and under 6 inches overall, it still disappears into a pocket without a second thought.
Two Cylinders, One Black Widow
This is the conversion model, which means you get both a .22 Magnum cylinder and a .22 LR cylinder in the box. Swapping between them takes seconds, no tools required. Load the Magnum cylinder when it rides as a backup or deep concealment piece, then drop in the LR cylinder for cheap range sessions and plinking. That flexibility is a big part of why this configuration stays popular year after year.
Built Heavier Than Your Average Mini
The 2 inch heavy vent barrel and bull cylinder add useful weight up front, which steadies the gun noticeably compared to the bare-bones minis. Fixed low-profile Marble Arms sights give you an actual sight picture instead of the vestigial nub found on smaller NAA models, and they will not snag on a pocket or holster during the draw. The black Cerakote coating over the stainless steel construction shrugs off sweat, holster wear, and the general abuse a pocket gun collects over years of carry.
Carrying the NAA Black Widow
Like all NAA minis, this is a single action revolver with an exposed hammer, and the cylinder has safety notches that let the hammer rest securely between chambers so you can carry all five rounds loaded. It is a deliberate, simple design that has been trusted for decades. Whether you want a last-ditch backup, a tackle box companion, or just one of the most entertaining little revolvers ever made, the Black Widow earns its spot.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: North American Arms
- Model: Black Widow
- MPN: NAA-BWC-CRK
- UPC: 744253003592
- Caliber: .22 Magnum / .22 LR (conversion cylinder included)
- Action: Single Action Revolver
- Capacity: 5 Rounds
- Barrel Length: 2" Heavy Vent Barrel
- Barrel Finish: Black Cerakote
- Frame Material: Stainless Steel
- Sights: Fixed Low-Profile Marble Arms
- Grips: Oversized Finger-Grooved Black Rubber
- Overall Length: 5.88"
- Weight: 8.8 oz
- Hammer: Exposed, with Cylinder Safety Notches
What’s Included
- NAA Black Widow mini revolver with .22 Magnum cylinder
- .22 LR conversion cylinder
- Lockable case
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the NAA Black Widow come with both cylinders?
Yes, this specific model (NAA-BWC-CRK) is the conversion version, so it includes both a .22 Magnum cylinder and a .22 LR cylinder. Swapping them takes just a few seconds by removing the cylinder pin. If you only want the Magnum cylinder, NAA sells that as a separate model number.
Can I carry the Black Widow with all five chambers loaded?
Yes. NAA mini revolvers have safety notches machined between the chambers on the cylinder, letting the hammer rest securely in a notch rather than over a live round. Carried this way, all five chambers can be loaded safely. Just follow the loading procedure in the manual to seat the hammer correctly.
How does the Black Widow shoot compared to smaller NAA minis?
Noticeably better for most people. The oversized finger-grooved rubber grip gives your whole hand purchase instead of two fingers, and the heavy vent barrel and bull cylinder add steadying weight up front. The fixed Marble Arms sights are also a real upgrade over the tiny sights on the standard minis, making accurate hits at close range much more repeatable.
Is the Black Widow small enough for pocket carry?
Very much so. It measures about 5.88 inches overall and weighs roughly 8.8 ounces, so it rides comfortably in a pocket holster without printing. It is larger than NAA's bare-frame minis because of the grip and heavy barrel, but it remains one of the smallest .22 Magnum revolvers you can carry.





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