North American Arms 22MS Holster Grip 1-1/8in Stainless 22 WMR Mini Revolver – Discreet Pocket Carry

Description

The North American Arms 22MS Holster Grip (NAA-22MS-HG) is the 1-1/8 inch 22 Magnum mini-revolver with NAA’s folding holster grip. Closed, it is a compact clip-on package; opened, it locks into a full grip. The five-shot stainless single action weighs about 6.2 ounces.

North American Arms 22MS Holster Grip Overview

NAA lists this model with a 1.13 inch barrel, 4.63 inch overall length, 2.81 inch height, 1.06 inch width and a half-moon front sight. It has a single 22 WMR cylinder; the NAA-22MSC-HG is the same gun with an added 22 LR cylinder. Of the magnum holster grip models, this is the shortest and lightest single-caliber option.

Built for Concealment

Folded into its grip, the revolver is about the size of a small folding knife and clips into a pocket or waistband with nothing exposed but the grip body. That makes it easy to carry in situations where a belt holster is impractical, such as with gym clothes or a suit. Remember that it still needs to be unfolded before it can be fired.

Getting Into Action

Unfolding the grip and locking it open takes a moment and some practice. Work on it with the gun unloaded until the motion is smooth, then add thumb-cocking the hammer. This sequence is slower than drawing a conventional revolver, so think of this as a backup that you reach for deliberately, not a first-response handgun.

Magnum in a Short Barrel

The 22 WMR is still more potent than 22 LR from this barrel, but the short tube gives up velocity and creates heavy muzzle flash and noise. Choose loads made for short-barrel handguns, wear hearing protection, and practice enough to know where your carry load hits at 5 to 7 yards.

Safety and Carry

Load with the cylinder removed, reinstall it, and lower the hammer into one of the safety notches between chambers before folding the grip. This ensures the hammer never rests on a live round. Check the base pin latch each time, because a partially seated pin can let the cylinder shift.

Care of the Folding Grip

Pocket lint, dust and sand collect in the hinge and inside the closed grip. Open it up and clean it periodically, and add a drop of light oil to the pivot. Inspect the clip for cracks or loss of tension; a worn clip can let the package slide out of a pocket during physical 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-22MS-HG
• UPC: 744253000928
• Caliber: 22 WMR (22 Magnum)
• Action: Single action
• Capacity: 5 rounds
• Barrel: 1.13 in.
• Overall length: 4.63 in.
• Height: 2.81 in.
• Width: 1.06 in.
• Weight: 6.2 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 22MS Holster Grip is a great fit for people who want a 22 Magnum backup that disappears into a pocket, professionals who dress formally but want a discreet revolver, and owners who prefer a self-contained grip holster.

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

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