Trailblazer LifeCard 22 LR Texas Flag – Amazing Mini Pistol

Description

The Trailblazer LifeCard 22 LR Texas Flag is a folding, single-shot 22 LR pistol made in Fletcher, North Carolina. Folded, it measures about 3.375 by 2.125 inches and half an inch thick; opened, the handle swings down to form a full-size grip. This version (model LC1-DMWT, UPC 850064122251) is finished in Texas flag Cerakote.

Trailblazer LifeCard 22 LR Texas Flag Overview

The LifeCard is built for people who want a firearm that is always with them and almost never noticed. At about 7 ounces, it rides in a front pocket, jacket or running shorts. It is a single-action, single-shot design: you open it, load one cartridge, cock the hammer and fire. Trailblazer designed it so it will not fire when closed, and the handle holds three extra 22 LR rounds. Construction is aluminum, steel and polymer, and Trailblazer backs it with a lifetime warranty. 5-inch barrel.

The Texas flag Cerakote makes it a conversation piece as much as a tool, and a fun gift for a Texan in your life.

What It Is and Is Not

The LifeCard is a last-ditch backup and a trail gun for small pests, not a primary defensive handgun. One round of 22 LR with a slow reload is a real limitation, and a short barrel and small grip make precise shooting hard beyond close range. Think of it as a better option than nothing when larger guns are not practical, and practice enough to load and fire it smoothly.

Carry and Concealment

Its flat shape disappears in a pocket, but a pocket holster or sleeve keeps lint out of the action and keeps the pistol oriented the same way every time. Carry it alone in that pocket, never with keys or coins. Trailblazer classifies it as a pistol, not an NFA item, so it transfers like any other handgun.

Shooting the LifeCard

Open the barrel, insert a cartridge, close it, cock the hammer and press the trigger. Expect sharp felt recoil for a 22 because the pistol is so light, and keep fingers clear of the muzzle area when gripping. Start at a few yards and work back as you learn the grip.

Choosing Ammunition

Standard-velocity and high-velocity 22 LR both work in the LifeCard. Rimfire ignition is less reliable than centerfire, so test the brand you carry and rotate the carried round periodically. Round-nose solids feed easily into the chamber and are a good choice for practice.

Care and Cleaning

Field strip the pistol according to the owner manual after each range session. Clean powder residue from the barrel, breech face and slide rails, apply a light coat of lubricant where the manual calls for it, and wipe the exterior with an oiled cloth. Inspect magazines for dirt and weak springs, and store the handgun unloaded in a locked case or safe.

State and Local Laws

Handgun laws vary widely. Magazine capacity limits, approved rosters, permit-to-purchase systems and carry rules all apply on top of federal law. In Pennsylvania, a License to Carry Firearms is generally required to carry a concealed handgun or a loaded handgun in a vehicle. Check the current rules where you live and anywhere you plan to carry before you buy.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Trailblazer Firearms
• Model: LifeCard (LC1-DMWT)
• UPC: 850064122251
• Caliber: 22 LR
• Action: single action, single shot
• Barrel: 2.5 in. per dealer listings
• Size folded: 3.375 x 2.125 x 0.5 in.
• Weight: about 7 oz
• Storage: 3 extra rounds in the handle
• Safety: will not fire when closed
• Materials: aluminum, steel and polymer
• Finish: Texas flag Cerakote
• Made in: Fletcher, NC, USA
• Warranty: lifetime

Before You Buy

Federal law requires that this handgun ship to a licensed FFL dealer, where you will complete ATF Form 4473 and pass a background check, and handgun buyers must be 21 or older to purchase from a dealer.

Who It Is For

The Trailblazer LifeCard 22 LR Texas Flag is a great fit for hikers, runners and collectors who want an ultralight backup or a memorable Texas-themed gift.

Buy the Trailblazer LifeCard 22 LR Texas Flag at MAG5 Firearms

MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Trailblazer LifeCard 22 LR Texas Flag online and ship it to your local FFL dealer, or browse our full selection of firearms. For factory details, visit Trailblazer Firearms.