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May 28, 2020 · This Black Widow mini revolver from North American Arms handles more like a J-Frame while remaining exceptionally compact for comfortable carry.
- Naa Mini-Revolvers Review at Glance
- Specs & Features of The Naa Pug & Black Widow
- Naa History
- Who Is It for?
- Mini Revolvers Fit & Feel
- How Do They Shoot?
- What Sets Naa Revolvers Apart?
- By The Numbers
- Upgrades
- Final Thoughts
Pros
1. Extremely small 2. Two cylinders for each gun (.22 LR and .22 Magnum) 3. Positive lock-up with safety notches between the chambers 4. Great sights 5. Tons of accessories available 6. Great customer service and a lifetime warranty for the original owner 7. Locking metal case included
Cons
1. 5-shot cylinders instead of 6 2. Cylinder and pin replacement can be a touch dicey after takedown until you catch on 3. Reliability can be an issue with certain ammo
The Bottom Line
The NAA revolver line is designed for one basic purpose: they are backup guns for deep concealment. Chambered in .22 (Short, LR, and Magnum), the Pug and Black Widoware made of stainless steel. Fit, finish, and build quality are top-notch. They are affordable and have a plethora of aftermarket accessories available and excellent customer service.
Specs
1. Caliber: .22 LR/.22 Magnum 2. Trigger Pull Weight: 6 lbs., 6 oz. 3. Width: 1.06” 4. Length: 4.56” 5. Barrel Length: 1.0” 6. Height: 2.81” 7. Weight: 6.4 oz. 8. Capacity: 5
Features
1. Single-action, 5-shot revolvers 2. Includes both LR and Magnum cylinders 3. Pug features XS White Dot front sight; Black Widow features 3-dot sights; night sight available 4. Safety notch between chambers allows the gun to be carried fully loaded 5. Grips: Pug, black pebble rubber; BW, three-finger smooth rubber (well, two-and-a-half anyway) 6. Lockable hard case included for each gun Source:NAA Firearms
North American Arms was founded in 1972, originally as Rocky Mountain Arms. Two years later, the company was sold to new owners who renamed it North American Manufacturing and, later, North American Arms. Having bought the design for mini-revolvers from Freedom Arms in 1990, they further enhanced the little guns by re-designing the cylinders to inc...
NAA guns (both semi-autos and revolvers) are geared toward self-defense. Who might carry one? Anyone who has a spare pocket or room in a purse…men, women, LEOs, medical personnel, realtors, farmers, hunter — practically anyone. The shorter-barrelled models easily fit in a pocket and take little effort to bring along. Even though some will say that ...
This category is so subjective I almost hesitate to write about it, but here goes. These guns are so tiny that normal descriptions of fit and feel don’t apply. Let’s just say that the Black Widow, with its longer two-and-a-half finger grip, was more comfortable to shoot. I had the Pug almost jump out of my one-finger grip when shooting magnums, but...
I shot both guns at my backyard range, at 7 yards. Let’s face it — these are tiny backup guns meant for bad-breath distances, so trying it any further is not necessary. I shot two CCI loads, .22 LR 36-grain HP MiniMag and .22 Magum 40-grain MaxiMag. I also fired Winchester 36-grain HP, some Aguila, and a few Norma rounds. They all shot fairly well....
The NAA mini-revolver line is uniquein the industry. I did a search for .22 mini-revolvers, and every hit that came back was NAA. They have literally zero competition that I could find for a 5-shot revolver that fits in a belt buckle. The only thing I could think of that was even close was the Bond Arms line of two-shot “derringers” (perenially mis...
Reliability: 3/5 The guns failed to fire a few times, and the Pug had some issues with keyholing. Ergonomics: 5/5 These guns fit well in the hand for their size, especially the Black Widow. Accuracy: 4.5/5 For what they are, they have really good accuracy. Customization: 3.5/5 There are a ton of grips, holsters, and accessories out there. Value: 4/...
If you want to pack your NAA mini, there are options from DeSantis. I was impressed by the quality of all three holsters — these are not cheap knock-offs; they are the real deal. Black Widow Pocket Holster The DeSantis Pocket Pug Holsterworks well and does what it’s supposed to — keeping the gun upright and safe. There’s a loop to go over the hamme...
Are you one who gets a bit tired of strapping on a holster every day? Ever want a minimalist gun that wouldn’t be out of place when you’re running or wearing shorts? I understand that a .22 rimfire is not ideal for a concealed-carry caliber, but if you answered “yes” to any of the above questions, you might want to try one of these guys. They would...
Jul 13, 2016 · The NAA is an exceptionally well built gun. The trigger however will take some acclimation. It feels “like a trigger”, but there’s no take up and I find it hard to pull or not pull my...
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After my .22 Magnum Black Widow arrived I examined my new acquisition. The fit and finish of this satin polished, stainless steel mini revolver is stellar. Its faux ventilated rib and squarish two inch barrel highlight its overall contemporary design.
Oct 14, 2016 · I recommend the NAA Black Widow Revolver in .22WMR with the LaserLyte Venom laser sights as a BUG and supplement to your primary carry handgun and for very close-up, point shooting, but not...
- .22 WMR and .22 LR
- NAA Black Widow Revolver; NAA-22-BWC
- 5 rounds
- Single Action Mini-Revolver
May 4, 2017 · I decided on shootability over the tiny, more concealable models. I selected the Black Widow in 22lr. It offers a 2 inch ribbed barrel, slightly oversized, bulbous grips and "real" three dot sights. I still think it's neat. Models are available in 22 magnum and as a combo set.
Sep 4, 2019 · North American Arms has a whole catalog of mini revolvers intended for self-defense. One of the newest is the True Black Widow. Offered only in .22 Magnum, it comes with fixed sights from Marble Arms and a matte black PVD finish. PVD stands for physical vapor deposition, and PVD coatings are very durable.
