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There are pocket guns, and then there are NAA minis, which basically redefine what "pocket" means. The 22MGBG from North American Arms is a five-shot, single-action revolver chambered in .22 WMR with a 1.63 inch barrel, and the whole thing is built from stainless steel: barrel, frame, and cylinder. At roughly 4.6 ounces, it disappears into a pocket so completely that most owners forget it's there until they need it. This particular model is a Sports South exclusive configuration, which is how it gets the wood boot grip that sets it apart from the standard lineup.
The boot-style grip is the headline here. It extends the grip profile beyond the traditional birdshead shape, and that extra real estate makes a real difference when you're working a single-action hammer on a gun this small. Folks with average to larger hands tend to find the boot grip gives them a usable two-finger hold instead of a pinch, and the wood looks sharp against the stainless finish while it's at it. Pair that with the longer 1.63 inch barrel and you get a mini that's noticeably easier to run than the shortest guns in the family.
NAA builds a halfway-notch safety cylinder into these minis, which lets you rest the hammer between chambers, safely away from any loaded round. It's a simple, time-tested system that makes carrying all five chambers loaded practical. The exposed hammer and fixed half-moon front sight keep the profile snag-free and simple, exactly what you want on a gun that lives in a pocket.
This is a deep-concealment backup, a tackle box companion, and a walking-around gun for chores and trail time. Loaded with .22 WMR, it hits harder than its size suggests, and shot shells turn it into a handy snake gun. Owners consistently praise the tight lockup and build quality, and these little revolvers have a well-earned reputation for shrugging off years of hard use. All-stainless construction means sweat and weather won't faze it either.
NAA minis use a halfway-notch safety cylinder. After loading, you lower the hammer into one of the notches located between the chambers, which keeps the firing pin resting on solid steel rather than a live round. That design lets you carry a full five rounds without worrying about an impact setting one off.
The wood boot grip on the 22MGBG is longer and more squared off than the standard birdshead grip. It gives most hands a two-finger hold instead of a pinch grip, which makes cocking the hammer and controlling the gun noticeably easier. Many owners consider it the most practical grip option NAA offers on these minis.
No, this model has a dedicated .22 WMR cylinder, so stick with .22 Magnum ammo. NAA does sell convertible versions with a second .22 LR cylinder if you want both options, but this configuration keeps things simple with the harder-hitting magnum round only.
Within its intended range, yes. This is a close-range tool, and owners regularly report keeping shots in a paper plate at typical defensive distances once they get used to the single-action trigger and small sights. The boot grip and 1.63 inch barrel on this model make it one of the easier NAA minis to shoot, and recoil from .22 WMR is mild even at 4.6 ounces.
| UPC | 744253001543 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 22MGBG |
| Action | |
| Barrel Finish | STAINLESS |
| Barrel Length | 1.63" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .22 WMR |
| Capacity | 5 |
| Product Type | Revolver |
| Sights | Half Moon |
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