America's Greatest Tiny Gun: The PUG

Published on February 5, 2017
Duration: 23:08

This guide focuses on the practical application and carry considerations for the North American Arms (NAA) PUG, a .22 Magnum mini-revolver. It emphasizes its role as a 'hideout' or 'carry all the time' last-ditch defensive tool, highlighting its extreme concealability and limitations in terms of firepower and reload speed. The guide also touches on operational aspects and potential reliability issues with certain ammunition.

Quick Summary

The North American Arms (NAA) PUG is a highly concealable .22 Magnum mini-revolver, ideal as a 'hideout' or last-ditch defensive tool. It weighs 6.6 oz, features XS Tritium sights, and achieves 800-1000 FPS with .22 Magnum loads. While accurate for its size, reliability varies with ammunition, with CCI loads performing best.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: NAA PUG .22 Magnum
  2. 03:21NAA Mini-Revolver Lineup
  3. 05:30.22 Magnum Caliber & Ballistics
  4. 06:11Philosophy of Use: Hideout Gun
  5. 09:14Features: Sights & Grips
  6. 10:13Operation: Loading & Firing
  7. 14:57Reliability & Accuracy Testing
  8. 18:02Comparison: PUG vs. Pocket Autos

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the NAA PUG's primary role as a firearm?

The NAA PUG is primarily considered a 'hideout' or 'carry all the time' gun, functioning as a last-ditch defensive tool due to its extreme concealability and light weight, rather than a primary weapon.

How does the .22 Magnum caliber perform in the NAA PUG?

Despite its short 1-inch barrel, the .22 Magnum caliber in the PUG can achieve velocities between 800-1000 FPS, offering better performance than .22 LR, though specific ammunition loads impact results.

What are the key features of the NAA PUG?

The NAA PUG features a 1-inch heavy barrel, XS Tritium sights for low-light acquisition, slip-on rubber grips, and is constructed from 17-4 stainless steel for durability.

What are the reliability considerations for the NAA PUG?

While reliable with certain ammunition like CCI Gold Dot and Maxi-Mag, the PUG has shown issues with light primer strikes from Sellier & Bellot loads, highlighting the importance of ammunition selection.

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