Description
The North American Arms 22LLR Rubber Grip is the working-class version of the long-barrel NAA mini: a five-shot stainless steel 22 Long Rifle revolver with a 1-5/8 inch barrel and a textured black rubber grip that gives far more purchase than wood or pearl. It weighs about 4.8 ounces and measures about 4.5 inches long.
North American Arms 22LLR Rubber Grip Overview
Model NAA-22LLR-GRC is a single action with fixed sights, a spur trigger and NAA’s safety notch cylinder. The rubber grip, which Lipsey’s describes as a cobble pattern, wraps the bird head grip frame and gives your fingers more to hold onto. If you plan to practice regularly with your mini, this is one of the most comfortable factory configurations.
Grip Comfort Matters on a Mini
The biggest complaint about mini revolvers is the tiny grip. A textured rubber grip does not make the gun bigger, but it keeps it from shifting in the hand when the hammer is thumb-cocked and when the gun fires. That makes follow-up shots faster and more consistent and makes longer practice sessions more pleasant.
1-5/8 Inch Barrel
The long-barrel frame adds sight radius and a little velocity over the 1-1/8 inch mini, while still fitting a front pocket. It is the configuration many NAA owners recommend as a first mini because it is easier to shoot well. Holsters must be sized for the longer barrel.
Carrying Safely
With no trigger guard, a holster that covers the spur trigger is mandatory. After loading, lower the hammer into one of the notches between chambers so it is not resting on a live round. Read the NAA manual before carrying and practice cylinder removal and reinstallation until it is smooth.
Realistic Role
A 22 LR from a short barrel is a modest cartridge. This revolver is best as a backup gun, a trail companion for snakes and small pests where legal, or a fun range gun. It is not a substitute for a full-size defensive handgun, and every owner should understand its limits.
Care and Maintenance
Stainless steel resists corrosion, but pocket lint, sweat and rimfire fouling still build up. Wipe the gun down regularly, brush the chambers and bore, and check that the base pin latch holds firmly. Inspect the rubber grip for wear and replace it if it becomes tacky or cracked.
Upgrading and Accessories
NAA and aftermarket makers offer pocket holsters, belt holsters, grip-and-holster combos and replacement grips for the long-barrel 22 LR frame. A pocket holster with a flat, wide face keeps the outline from printing. Some owners also add a spare cylinder for faster reloads, though changing cylinders still requires removing the base pin. Buy accessories labeled for the 1-5/8 inch 22 LR mini, since 22 Magnum frames are longer and use different fitting accessories.
State Laws and Ownership
Buyers must comply with all applicable laws. Some states keep handgun rosters, require purchase permits or limit which models dealers can transfer. Confirm that this exact model can be sold where you live and learn your state’s rules for concealed carry before carrying any handgun.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: North American Arms, Provo, Utah
- Model: Mini-Revolver, NAA-22LLR-GRC
- UPC: 744253001703
- Caliber: 22 Long Rifle
- Action: Single action
- Capacity: 5 rounds
- Barrel: 1-5/8 in.
- Overall length: about 4.5 in.
- Weight: about 4.8 oz
- Material: Stainless steel
- Grips: Black rubber (cobble texture)
- Sights: Fixed
Before You Buy
Federal law requires handgun purchasers to be at least 21 years old to buy from a licensed dealer, and this revolver must ship to an FFL where you will complete the transfer and background check.
Who It Is For
The North American Arms 22LLR Rubber Grip is a great fit for first-time mini revolver buyers, shooters who want the most comfortable factory grip, and anyone who wants a practical pocket backup they will actually practice with.
Buy the North American Arms 22LLR Rubber Grip at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the North American Arms 22LLR Rubber Grip online and ship it to your local FFL dealer, or browse our full selection of firearms for more revolvers. For factory details, visit North American Arms.
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