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gbelleh · August 31, 2002, 07:27 PM

I was taking a good look at a little NAA Mini .22 mag revolver at the range this afternoon. I've always liked these tiny guns, but have never shot one.

What are they really like to shoot? They seem like they might try to pop right out of your hand! Especially the .22 Mag.

I know the approximate difference in velocity etc. between the .22 LR and .22 Mag on paper, but what is the difference in shooting the .22 LR vs. the 22 Mag? It seems like the .22 Mag has a slightly larger grip. Does this make the Mag easier to shoot than the LR?

Also, does barrel length (1 1/8 vs. 1 5/8) make any difference in recoil? Does it substantially improve handling or accuracy?

I would really like to get one of these, but am having trouble deciding between the LR and the Mag. I know you can interchange the cylinders from LR to Mag on some.

Any suggestions?

August 31, 2002, 07:27 PM	#1
gbelleh Senior Member Join Date: August 30, 2001 Location: Kansas Posts: 435	Your experience with the NAA mini revolvers....22 LR or .22 Mag??? I was taking a good look at a little NAA Mini .22 mag revolver at the range this afternoon. I've always liked these tiny guns, but have never shot one. What are they really like to shoot? They seem like they might try to pop right out of your hand! Especially the .22 Mag. I know the approximate difference in velocity etc. between the .22 LR and .22 Mag on paper, but what is the difference in shooting the .22 LR vs. the 22 Mag? It seems like the .22 Mag has a slightly larger grip. Does this make the Mag easier to shoot than the LR? Also, does barrel length (1 1/8 vs. 1 5/8) make any difference in recoil? Does it substantially improve handling or accuracy? I would really like to get one of these, but am having trouble deciding between the LR and the Mag. I know you can interchange the cylinders from LR to Mag on some. Any suggestions? __________________ gbelleh