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The name says it all: TUC stands for Tip-Up Compact, and that tip-up barrel is the whole story with this pistol. Press the barrel release lever on the left side, the barrel hinges upward, and you drop a round directly into the chamber. No racking the slide. For anyone who has dealt with limited hand strength, arthritis, or just finds small-gun slides awkward to manipulate, this is a genuine quality-of-life feature, not just a gimmick.
The 22TUC runs double-action-only, which means there is no manual safety to forget about and no external hammer to snag on clothing. The DAO trigger behaves a lot like what you'd get from a small revolver: a longer, heavier pull that doubles as its own safety mechanism. It also gives you second-strike capability on a stubborn rimfire primer, which is a real benefit with .22 LR. The spurless hammer and extended beavertail keep the whole package snag-free and comfortable to draw.
This purple and black version is finished in a polished purple PVD coating over the slide and barrel, paired with a black polymer frame. It genuinely stands out at the range and has become a popular choice for anyone who wants something that looks a little different than every other black pistol on the shelf. Beyond the looks though, it is still the same capable little pistol: 5 inches overall, 1 inch wide, and just 10 ounces unloaded. The nine-round single-stack magazine includes a pinkie extension, which gives your hand something to actually wrap around.
The fixed orange dot front sight is a nice touch for a gun this small. It picks up fast, and paired with the rear groove, gives you a workable sight picture at close range. For ammo, 40-grain loads from brands like CCI, Blazer, and Federal tend to run the most reliably through this platform. Lighter, high-velocity rounds can sometimes be fussier, so running a couple hundred rounds of your preferred load through it early on is always a good idea with any rimfire pistol.
Whether you are adding a fun range companion to the rotation, looking for a lightweight backup option, or shopping for a first pistol that is easy to manage and low on recoil, the 22TUC delivers a lot in a very small package. It comes packaged with a pistol case and cable lock from the factory.
The tip-up barrel lets you chamber the first round by pressing a lever on the left side of the frame, which causes the barrel to hinge upward so you can place a round directly into the chamber by hand. This completely eliminates the need to rack the slide to load the gun. It is a particularly useful feature for those with limited hand strength or dexterity issues, and it also makes chamber checks and unloading straightforward.
No, the 22TUC does not have a manual safety. It relies on its double-action-only trigger for safe carry, similar to how most revolvers work. The longer, heavier trigger pull reduces the risk of an unintended discharge, and the spurless hammer design also helps prevent snagging during a draw.
Standard 40-grain loads tend to run most reliably in the 22TUC. Brands like CCI Standard, Blazer 40-grain, Federal AutoMatch, and Federal Premium Personal Defense Punch have all shown solid results in testing. Very light or high-velocity loads can sometimes cause cycling issues, so it is worth putting a couple hundred rounds of your chosen ammo through the gun before relying on it.
The purple and black model features a polished purple PVD finish on the slide and barrel, paired with the standard black polymer frame. The PVD coating is durable and corrosion-resistant while giving the pistol a genuinely distinctive look that sets it apart from more conventional finishes. Internally and mechanically, it is identical to other 22TUC variants.
The 22TUC ships with one nine-round single-stack magazine. With one round loaded directly into the chamber via the tip-up barrel, total capacity is 9+1 for 10 rounds on board. The magazine includes a pinkie extension floorplate that improves grip for most hand sizes.
It is a solid choice for newer gun owners, largely because of how easy it is to load and operate. The tip-up barrel sidesteps the slide-racking step that many beginners find challenging, and the .22 LR cartridge produces very little recoil, making it comfortable and confidence-building to shoot. The DAO trigger keeps operation simple, and the relatively full grip for such a small gun makes it easier to control than many other micro-compacts in its class.
| UPC | 725327943556 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 1-22TUC13P |
| Action | |
| Barrel Length | 2.5" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .22 LR |
| Capacity | 9 + 1 |
| Number of Magazines | 1 9 rd. |
| Product Type | Semi-Auto Pistol |
| Shipping Weight | 0.0 |
| Sights | FS: Fixed Orange Dot |
| Sights Type | Fixed Sights |
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