The North American Arms Mini-Revolver is a single-action .22 LR revolver built for maximum concealability. At 4.62 inches overall and 4.5 ounces, it fits in a watch pocket. The stainless steel frame and barrel resist corrosion. Five rounds load into the cylinder, and the half-moon sights keep the profile minimal. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: North American Arms 
• Model Name: Mini-Revolver 
• Caliber: .22 LR 
• Action: Single Action Only (SAO) 
• Capacity: 5 Rounds 
• Barrel Length: 1.13 inches 
• Overall Length: 4.62 inches 
• Weight: 4.50 ounces 
• Sights: Half Moon Sights 
• Grip Type: Standard Black Rubber Grip 
• Finish: Stainless Steel 
   

Detailed Features 

1. Size and Weight: 4.62 inches overall and 4.5 oz — small enough to carry in a watch pocket or vest pocket holster. 
2. Stainless Steel Construction: Frame and barrel are stainless, which holds up well in humid conditions and avoids the finish wear that plagues blued pocket guns. 
3. Single Action Operation: The hammer must be cocked before each shot. This is a deliberate design, not a limitation — it keeps the gun from firing unintentionally in a pocket. 
4. Five-Round Cylinder: Holds 5 rounds of .22 LR. Low recoil makes it easy to shoot and practice with regularly. 
5. Half Moon Sights: Minimal sights that match the gun's minimalist intent. 
    

Target Audience 

The Mini-Revolver is suited for someone who needs an option when nothing larger can be carried — a backup to a primary gun, or a pocket option for situations where even a small semi-auto is impractical. New shooters drawn to it for its low recoil should understand the single-action manual of arms before relying on it. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

• Deep concealment carry when nothing larger fits the situation. 
• Backup firearm for those who already carry a primary pistol. 
• Introduction to single-action revolvers with very low recoil.

The NAA Mini-Revolver .22 LR generates a fairly specific set of reactions that reflect its niche role.

Size and Concealability: The most common praise is for how small and light it is. Owners regularly note it fits places no other firearm can — watch pockets, tiny belt pouches, altoids-tin-style holsters.

Simplicity: The single-action mechanism has almost no moving parts and no magazine to worry about. Owners find it approachable, though newcomers do need to internalize the "cock before each shot" rule.

Reliability: Revolvers of this type rarely malfunction, and the Mini-Revolver is no exception. No feeding issues, no slide to rack.

Caliber Debate: The .22 LR stopping-power question surfaces in almost every thread about this gun. Some owners accept the tradeoff for the size advantage; others argue .22 LR is marginal for self-defense and recommend the .22 Magnum versions if possible. There is no consensus.

Capacity: Five rounds with no quick reload option is the biggest practical limitation. Most owners acknowledge this and treat it as a last-resort or deep-concealment tool rather than a primary gun.

Customization: Various grip options (wooden, custom, different sizes) and holster styles get discussed frequently.

Price: Generally seen as reasonable for what it is. The stainless construction and NAA's quality control hold up well.

Practice Requirement: Owners who shoot it regularly emphasize the importance of getting used to the single-action trigger and the cylinder loading/unloading process before carrying it.