The dumbest carry gun?

Published on August 7, 2023
Duration: 1:00

This guide details the manual of arms for the North American Arms Mini-Revolver, as demonstrated by Tim from Military Arms Channel. It covers the unique loading and unloading process, emphasizing the use of the base pin as an ejector. The video critically assesses the firearm's suitability for self-defense, highlighting challenges with its small size, difficult operation, recoil, and lack of effective sights, despite its popularity.

Quick Summary

The North American Arms Mini-Revolver is critically reviewed as a potentially "dumb" carry gun due to its difficult manual of arms, high recoil, poor sights, and risk of being lost. While popular and affordable ($250 MSRP), its operational challenges and limited accuracy make it a questionable choice for reliable self-defense scenarios.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the 'Dumbest' Carry Gun
  2. 00:27Manual of Arms and Loading
  3. 00:51Live Fire Demonstration

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main criticisms of the North American Arms Mini-Revolver for self-defense?

The NAA Mini-Revolver is criticized for its difficult loading/unloading process, high recoil for its size, poor sight picture, and tendency to be easily lost. These factors significantly limit its practical effectiveness in a self-defense scenario.

How is the North American Arms Mini-Revolver loaded and unloaded?

Loading and unloading involves pushing a button on the base pin, pulling it out, and rotating the cylinder. The base pin then acts as a manual ejector for spent casings. This process is slow and cumbersome.

Is the North American Arms Mini-Revolver considered a good carry gun?

While popular for its small size, the video suggests it's one of the 'dumbest' carry guns due to significant tactical deficiencies. Its operational challenges and limited accuracy make it a questionable choice for reliable self-defense.

What are the technical specifications of the North American Arms Mini-Revolver?

The North American Arms Mini-Revolver typically features a 1.125-inch barrel, a 5-round capacity in .22 LR caliber, and weighs around 4.5 oz. Its MSRP is approximately $250.00.

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