Gallery of Guns TV 2014 Cool To Own: North American Arms Wasp

Published on July 8, 2014
Duration: 1:47

This video reviews the North American Arms Wasp, a modern take on the classic spur-trigger revolver. It highlights the Wasp's compact size, simple single-action design, and its chambering in the more potent .22 Magnum cartridge, making it suitable for close-range defense. Distinctive features like rubber grips, a vent rib, and rust-resistant stainless steel construction are also noted.

Quick Summary

The North American Arms Wasp is a modern spur-trigger revolver chambered in .22 Magnum, offering a compact and concealable option for self-defense. It features a simple single-action design, rubber grips, a vent rib, and rust-resistant stainless steel construction.

Chapters

  1. 00:08Classic Spur Trigger Revolvers
  2. 00:24North American Arms Wasp Introduction
  3. 00:33Concealability and Simplicity
  4. 00:48.22 Short vs. .22 Magnum
  5. 01:02Distinctive Features
  6. 01:14Rust-Resistant Construction
  7. 01:19Cylinder Reloading Procedure
  8. 01:36Conclusion: Cool To Own

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the North American Arms Wasp a modern spur-trigger revolver?

The NAA Wasp updates the classic spur-trigger design by chambering it in the more potent .22 Magnum cartridge, making it suitable for self-defense, unlike older models that often fired less powerful rounds like the .22 Short.

What are the key features of the North American Arms Wasp?

Key features include its extremely compact size for easy concealment, a simple single-action design with no external safeties, rubber grips, a 1 5/8 inch barrel with a vent rib, a bead front sight, and a nled cylinder. It's also constructed from rust-resistant stainless steel.

How is the cylinder reloaded on the North American Arms Wasp?

To reload, you pull the base pin forward and out, then press out the cylinder. Use the base pin to eject spent casings, reload the cylinder, reinsert it, and secure it with the base pin.

Is the North American Arms Wasp suitable for self-defense?

Yes, the NAA Wasp is considered a legitimate close-range self-defense firearm due to its chambering in the .22 Magnum cartridge, which offers more power than traditional .22 Short cartridges found in older spur-trigger revolvers.

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