North American Arms Sidewinder SW-4 Revolver – Superb 22 WMR 4 in. Swing-Out Stainless

Description

The North American Arms Sidewinder SW-4 is the magnum-only 4 inch Sidewinder: five rounds of 22 WMR, a swing-out cylinder and a stainless frame with wood grips. It is the simplest way to get the Sidewinder’s easy loading with the most velocity.

North American Arms Sidewinder SW-4 Overview

NAA lists this model as NAA-SW-4 (UPC 744253002670). Distributor data shows a 4 inch barrel, about 7.75 inches overall and roughly 7.7 ounces, with fixed sights. Skipping the conversion cylinder keeps the price down and means there is only one cylinder to fit and maintain.

Swing-Out Loading

The Sidewinder SW-4 keeps NAA’s single-action trigger but replaces the remove-the-cylinder routine with a swing-out cylinder: release the cylinder and it pivots out to the side of the frame, so you can load and unload without taking parts off the gun. It is still a single-action revolver, so the hammer must be cocked for every shot, and reloading is one cartridge at a time. NAA publishes dedicated Sidewinder cylinder instructions; read them before your first range trip.

Barrel Length and Accuracy

The longer barrel gives 22 Magnum far more of its rated speed than the pocket guns, which matters for pest control around a barn or campsite where legal. The longer sight radius helps aimed fire, though the fixed sights are still basic and you should confirm point of impact with your chosen load.

Ammunition

The Sidewinder SW-4 is chambered only for 22 WMR (22 Magnum). Never fire 22 LR, 22 Short or 22 WRF in it. Magnum rimfire costs more per round than 22 LR and supply can be uneven, so buy a few boxes of the load you trust and test it in your revolver. Short barrels give up a lot of the velocity printed on the box, and loads designed for short barrels tend to expand more reliably than rifle-oriented ammunition.

Living With a Sidewinder

Be realistic about what a tiny rimfire revolver does well. The Sidewinder SW-4 is loud for its size, flash is heavy in low light, and sights are minimal, so practical accuracy is measured in a few yards for most shooters. Rimfire ignition is less certain than centerfire, which is one more reason to test your carry ammunition. At this length it rides best in a belt holster or pack; few ready-made holsters fit it.

Magnum Only or Convertible

If you would like cheaper practice, the SWC-4 adds a 22 LR cylinder. If you only shoot 22 WMR and want the lightest wallet hit, this SW-4 is the one. Compared with the 1.5 and 2.5 inch Sidewinders, the longer barrel trades concealment for performance.

State Laws and Ownership

Pennsylvania buyers complete a standard handgun transfer with a PICS check at the receiving dealer, and carrying concealed outside your home or vehicle generally requires a License to Carry Firearms. Some states keep approved-handgun rosters (California and Massachusetts are the best-known examples) and may not allow the NAA Sidewinder SW-4; New York, New Jersey and several cities add permit steps of their own. Check your state and local rules before ordering, because we cannot transfer a handgun into a jurisdiction that prohibits it.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: North American Arms (Provo, Utah)
• Model: NAA-SW-4
• UPC: 744253002670
• Caliber: 22 WMR (22 Magnum)
• Capacity: 5 rounds
• Action: Single action, swing-out cylinder
• Barrel: 4 in.
• Overall length: about 7.75 in.
• Weight: about 7.7 oz (distributor data)
• Sights: fixed
• Grips: wood
• Finish: stainless steel

Before You Buy

Federal law requires handgun buyers to be at least 21 years old when purchasing from a licensed dealer, and this NAA Sidewinder SW-4 ships only to a valid FFL, where you will complete ATF Form 4473 and a background check before pickup. Inspect the revolver at transfer, read North American Arms’ owner’s manual before loading it, and confirm local carry rules before you put it in a pocket.

Who It Is For

The North American Arms Sidewinder SW-4 is a great fit for outdoors owners who want an easy-loading 22 Magnum revolver with real field performance.

Buy the North American Arms Sidewinder SW-4 at MAG5 Firearms

MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the North American Arms Sidewinder SW-4 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.