North American Arms 22LR Holster Grip 1-1/8in Stainless Mini Revolver – Clever Folding Carry

Description

The North American Arms 22LR Holster Grip is the 1-1/8 inch 22 Long Rifle mini-revolver fitted with NAA’s folding holster grip, model NAA-22LR-HG. Folded, the grip wraps around the trigger and becomes its own carry case with a belt clip; unfolded, it locks open into a full grip. The stainless revolver weighs about 4.6 ounces and holds five rounds.

North American Arms 22LR Holster Grip Overview

NAA describes this grip as folding up for concealment and carry and folding out into a locked grip for control. The revolver itself is the standard short 22 LR mini: a 1.13 inch barrel, single-action lockwork, a sheathed spur trigger and a half-moon front sight. Overall length is about 4 inches, height 2.38 inches and width 0.88 inches according to the factory. The holster grip replaces the bird head panels, so there is no separate holster to buy.

How the Folding Grip Works

When closed, the polymer grip body covers the trigger and cylinder side, and a spring clip lets you hang it inside a waistband, pocket or boot top. To shoot, you swing the grip open until it locks, which turns it into a handle that is longer than the standard bird head. Practice opening it with one hand, because it takes a deliberate motion and is slower than drawing a conventional pocket revolver.

A Bigger Handle for a Tiny Gun

The biggest complaint about the smallest minis is that there is almost nothing to hold. The unfolded holster grip gives your hand more purchase and a little more leverage against muzzle flip. Most owners find it easier to place shots on target at 5 to 7 yards with this grip than with the original wood panels, especially those with larger hands.

Carrying Safely

Load the cylinder with the base pin removed, reinstall it and lower the hammer into one of the notches between chambers so it rests off a live round. Then fold the grip closed. NAA designed the half-cock and notch system for carry, but it only works if you lower the hammer carefully every time. Never carry with the hammer resting directly on a cartridge.

Limits to Keep in Mind

A 22 LR from a barrel just over an inch long loses a lot of velocity and is sensitive to ammunition choice. Rimfire primers can fail more often than centerfire, so carry quality high-velocity rounds and confirm they fire reliably in your gun. This is best viewed as a backup or a utility revolver for the trail, not a replacement for a larger defensive handgun.

Maintenance Notes

Polymer and steel both shed lint and grit from pocket carry, so open the grip and clean it out regularly. Brush carbon off the cylinder face and recoil shield, and keep a light film of oil on the base pin. Check that the clip retains its tension; a loose clip can let the gun shift or fall out during activity.

State Laws and Ownership

Ownership rules differ from state to state. Some states maintain approved handgun lists, and a model that is legal to own may still not be legal for a dealer to sell there, so confirm with your receiving dealer first. Permit-to-purchase states such as New York, New Jersey and Massachusetts add paperwork and wait times. Pocket carry needs a concealed carry license in many places, and some cities add their own restrictions.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: North American Arms, Provo, Utah
• Model: NAA-22LR-HG
• UPC: 744253000492
• Caliber: 22 Long Rifle
• Action: Single action
• Capacity: 5 rounds
• Barrel: 1.13 in.
• Overall length: 4 in.
• Height: 2.38 in.
• Width: 0.88 in.
• Weight: 4.6 oz (factory)
• Grip: Folding holster grip with clip
• Sights: Half-moon front

Before You Buy

Federal law requires handgun purchasers to be at least 21 years old to buy from a licensed dealer. This revolver ships to your local FFL, where you complete the transfer paperwork and background check before taking it home.

Who It Is For

The North American Arms 22LR Holster Grip is a great fit for anyone who wants a self-contained carry package without buying a separate holster, outdoorsmen who clip a small revolver to a pack strap, and owners who want a fuller grip on a 22 LR mini.

Buy the North American Arms 22LR Holster Grip at MAG5 Firearms

MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the North American Arms 22LR Holster 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.