Carrying a NAA mini [Archive]

Sloman

04-05-2006, 11:50 AM

I don't know if this is the correct category for this post or not, but here it goes....I am wanting to carry my NAA mini in a position I can get to while seated but yet I dont' have to cover it with an outer garment. Anybody got any suggestions? Be nice to have a pouch that fit in front behind the waistband for quick access yet the pants covers the pouch.

Jim101

04-05-2006, 01:59 PM

Here is what I carry mine in, just slips right in the pocket, got the holster from Ron Grahm, he makes quite a few for the NAA Mini-Mag. He even has one for your belt, you may want to have a look......http://www.palehorseholsters.com/

Jim

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v520/Jim101/PC090112.jpg

Sloman

04-05-2006, 02:03 PM

Thank you. I already have a pocket holster but do alot of sitting in vehicle, so I need something concealable in most type of clothing that I can get to on the fly!

Nom

04-06-2006, 10:49 PM

Belly bands work well in that situation if you don't tuck in your shirt or are willing to rip a button or two to draw.
Another option I like is a cross draw from inside the waistband.

Not sure which would be best for something that size but I would think it would work easier than the 1911 I carry :)

bwperdue

04-06-2006, 11:08 PM

erh

05-03-2006, 09:12 AM

Sloman - Believe it or not; if you have the "Shorty" Mini Mag, it'll fit just fine in the watch/ coin pocket of a pair of jeans. (Also assumes you're right handed.)

Eric Howland
Savannah, GA.

Brad

05-03-2006, 02:47 PM

I carry one in the watch pocket of my jeans sometimes. Works well.

Just how concealed do you want though? I've often carried a clip on knife clipped to my shorts, at the bottom. I can get to it quickly and it's pretty secure. Bet a clip on holster with the clip upside down would hold it but it would be sitting on top of your thigh, if you wore shorts as much as I do.

Good luck with your search

MinotBob

09-14-2006, 02:19 AM

If I were you I'd file off the front sight. Because if you shoot someone and they find out they are lible to shove that little thing .... and with the front sight filed off it will be easier to extract. Never enter a gun fight with a gun whose caliber does not start with a 4.

tvodrd

09-14-2006, 11:21 PM

Since we're already O.T, I've had an NAA .22 LR mini revolver for over 20 years. ~15 years ago the main (hammer) spring broke. 20 years ago a friend gave me a .22 mag vers of the thing and the cylinder and barrel are so misaligned when it's cocked as to make it very unplesant to shoot! (Especially for any friends to the side.) They're supposed to be lifetime warrantied, but I've never gotten around to looking into the hoops I have to jump through in CA to send them in.

Larry

JoeBob

09-15-2006, 06:11 AM

webley445

09-15-2006, 08:04 AM

I did the watch pocket carry as well.
They guy I sold mine to carries his in a front shirt pocket, with an empty hard pack cigarette box over it.
He removes the bottom of the box, and slides it over the mini.
I don't smoke, so don't know how often someone asks him for a cigarette, though.

Typical smoker responce is "sorry i only have one left", if they smoke they will understand, especially about giving up your last smoke :laugh:

Before I got rid of my NAA mini, I just used the factory holster and clipped it inside waist band in the front of my pants. When seated in vehicle, adjust the seat belt so that the top of my pants cleared it, and make sure that the shirt tail was OVER the waist belt, Not under. this way it is concealed to drivers with taller cars (look and see how often other drivers in taller vehicles will look into your lower vehicle, especially at intersections).
This allowed for simple lift of the shirt tail to access the weapon. Sometimes I would clip the factory holster to my front pocket or the seat belt itself. MHO is that the piece is so small that it is easily clipped to almost anything to access quickly and I like the opn top of the factory holster which allows quick draw.
Sometimes I would also just tuck it into the visor where enough was exposed to allow proper purchase of a grip hwen needed.
Just one thing
to note though, when first getting the NAA, I did a little practicing drawing and accessing it from the waist band (my usual carry). On one draw I ended up cutting myself by scraping the holster's clip with my finger. This is something that can happen easily with any holster that has an exposed metal belt clip. In a situation where you end up having to draw your weapon, this is a minor if not negligeble concern as there are mopre pressing issues at hand, but something to be aware of.

I loved my NAA as it is so small and easy to carry for blistering summertime season. I find times where I preclude carrying due to the heat here in Fl. where I would have taken the NAA.

jggonzalez

09-29-2006, 08:44 PM

I know everyone says these are useless in a fight, but I don't care. They look so cute! I want one! ;D

boomstick

10-24-2006, 11:22 AM

This is probably going to sound daft to a few of you but I (an Englishman) have mini revolver, a Freedom Arms mini to be exact, only carry it to and from the range (and around the house) where it lights up more than a few faces.

http://i81.photobucket.com/albums/j226/boom-stick/Minirev3.jpg

jmm1974

10-24-2006, 05:13 PM

i dont know about them being useless in a fight, limited yes useless i dont think so. having a ccw permit i edc a compact .45 but there are times i wish i had something that small to carry about (beach, restaraunts, around families etc). just have them think about being shot in the face or really anywhere else hith a .22 and i think they will see the value of such a small firearm. just my 2 cents.

Dawg

10-29-2006, 06:06 PM

I carry a North American Arms every day and have carried either a North American or Freedom Arms for slightly over 25 years. I remember being robbed at what I thought was gun point back in 1979 on the north side of Chicago. After giving up my wallet, I turned as my assaillant turned and started to run off. I was so ****** I drew my Freedom Arms and fired at him from about 30 feet. I don't think I hit him, but when I fired a second shot, he kicked it in overdrive and dropped my wallet. That was the only time I have ever needed the little bugger. I like to carry mine in the watch pocket of my jeans as well. Back then it was in an ankle holster.
I owned a number of them in the inch and a eighth barrel and now I preffer the inch and 5 eighths barrel. It is much more accurate. I must have busted mainsprings in ten of those things over the years.

webley445

10-29-2006, 10:52 PM

The .22 mags make a helluva racket when fired and will give a bit more power than the LR.
Way I look at it, do the cops give you leeway because you have a little bitty .22 mini in your hand as opposed to 9m or .45?
Bout 2 months ago I saw a dash cam video of a Carolina state Trooper getting killed with a .22LR mini. He made mistakes (didn't take proper distance precaution, initiated search face to face with perp).
He patted the mini in front pocket, perp reached for it, they wrestled, trooper kicked perp in face, rolled out of it and got to his feet. Made cover with vehicle and fired 5-6 rounds into perp.
Perp made a fluke shot, totally blind, and hit the trooper. Round entered arm hole of vest, missed bones, and lodged in heart.
Was very disturbing watching the trooper calling for help, then slowly going limp, falling to his knees, then finally laying down and passing away. Down right makes you angry.

(sorry for the rant, just remembering watching that video gets me steamed up)

Yeah, it was a lucky shot and not something you can count on, but it has the potential to do what it was intended to do. Its for close up contact distance but it can put a hurting on you.
As for its puny cartridge, the perp was hit several times with a calibre considered a "man stopper" and lived. Now he resides in a prison with serious health issues and tended to by our tax dollars.
Can never predict what a round will do once it hits its intended target.

Craig_PHX

11-07-2006, 01:14 PM

I have the .22 mag with the shortest barrel.* It came with a leather holster with a metal clip.* I took the clip off and carry it in my pocket in the holster.* I just push the holster off with my thumb as I am taking it out of my pocket.* I see it a snake gun and as something when I can’t have a real gun.

quietmike

11-09-2006, 05:25 AM

I know everyone says these are useless in a fight, but I don't care. They look so cute! I want one! ;D

I disagree, when I worked as a deputy sheriff I carried one in the strap of my vest. It was my "get off me gun" in case I screwed up bad. Kept it loaded w/standard ammo except the first two which were rat shot. Try this gun w/ rat shot on a cardboard target from 5-10' distance. you'll be amazed :o

laurent

11-09-2006, 09:01 AM

a calibre considered a "man stopper" and lived.

If it was a 9 x 19, it's more a paper target stopper than a true defense weapon. :P

grayelky

12-02-2006, 02:42 AM

If it was a 9 x 19, it's more a paper target stopper than a true defense weapon.* :P

I have seen the video in question. Very disturbing watching a LEO die, especially knowing it could have been me just as easily. If memory serves, the Trooper had a .357, and the bad guy was rather large.

Sorry to get off topic. If it is not in violation of your state's laws, get a NEW .22 caliber cleaning brush. Trim it to the barrel length of your NAA, drill a chain sized hole in the threaded end, and wear it around your neck. A quick pull has it at your disposal and ready for the problem at hand. I used some old suede and hand made a "holster" to carry in my pants pocket. I used to have problems with my jeans printing and wearing holes where it rubbed.

Dawg

12-02-2006, 05:35 AM

I have seen the video in question. Very disturbing watching a LEO die, especially knowing it could have been me just as easily. If memory serves, the Trooper had a .357, and the bad guy was rather large.

Sorry to get off topic. If it is not in violation of your state's laws, get a NEW .22 caliber cleaning brush. Trim it to the barrel length of your NAA, drill a chain sized hole in the threaded end, and wear it around your neck. A quick pull has it at your disposal and ready for the problem at hand. I used some old suede and hand made a "holster" to carry in my pants pocket. I used to have problems with my jeans printing and wearing holes where it rubbed.
That is a great idea. I carry mine in my jeans watch pocket and it does not print at all. On the other hand, My Arc flashlight prints under the style shirts that I wear. I dont think I would be able to get away with neck carry on the NAA. There could be times when that method will come in handy though. Genius, idea.

oceanbeamer

12-07-2006, 12:10 AM

I carried a naa minimag with 1&5/8 inch barrel 22 winchester mag for 10 years, shot it frequently,trained for accuracy and speed,and was fairly accurate within it's limitations.....If for instance I were ever attacked by a crazed 275 lb homicidal maniac,,,,A 22mag to the kneecap would pretty much end the altercation,,,A 22 mag to the temple would end things as well,,A 22mag to the heart would also be finito for the hombre as well...all testerone aside.. I have studied the one shot statistics along with everyone else and well understand the ballistics and math..shot a 10mm long slide for years..humped a m60 machinegun all over northern south vietnam 1968-1969. carried a 45 as a side,and a 357 my father mailed to me...used m2,m3,quad 50's you name it ...but in the final analysis shot placement will always be tops..sorry to get off topic and ramble but the naa 22mag is a very usefull jewel..it's not the 44mag in your gun safe that may save your life ,it's the naa 22mag in your pocket at thetime..IMHO

Amnesia Wes

12-07-2006, 04:10 AM

Doesn't NAA have a gun/buckle arrangement? That'd be the way to go. Hide it in plain sight!

Wes.

MinotBob

12-14-2006, 03:23 AM

Dawg

12-14-2006, 05:24 AM

Hi I'm pretty new here but find this thread interesting.

If you carry a NAA Mini as a personal defense gun be sure to file off the front sight. Because if someone finds out you shot them they are going to take that thing away from you and shove it where the sun never shines and without the front sight it will be easier to remove!
Hey Bob, did you just wake up from a coma? You posted almost the same thing last September. Maybe the next time you pop in to grace us with one of your .024 posts per day, you can be a little more creative and hit us with something original.

Merry Christmas
Mike :rudolph:

knightrider

12-18-2006, 08:54 AM

The thread is "Carrying an NAA mini" please keep it friendly and stay on topic.

:kr:

grayelky

12-28-2006, 12:33 AM

Doesn't NAA have a gun/buckle arrangement?* That'd be the way to go.* Hide it in plain sight!

Wes.

I have seen several variations since I got my 22LR mini in 1977. The current ones offered by NAA are here: http://www.naaminis.com/custcry.html* * I have the BBL, and like it. Most people who notice it comment about how real it looks or will ask if it is real. I just tell them it is an imitation.

copykat

12-28-2006, 11:46 AM

my dads was made by Charter Arms http://www.charterfirearms.com/charter_dixie_derringer.htm
I believe when they first came out. came with the belt buckle and IT FELL OUT.
he reported it missing and the authorities were less than amused. fortunatly with much looking he found it.

Blades

12-29-2006, 12:10 AM

What about a kydex neck sheath?? or a kydex sheath on a Mercharness??

pyro451

01-01-2007, 11:13 AM

Try these two. They are highly regarded on the Seecamp forums (along with Ron Graham at Palehorse)

Matt Del Fatti Leather (http://www.delfatti.com/)

RJ Hedley Holsters (http://hedleyholsters.com/naamini.html)

I just ordered a Del Fatti for my Seecamp. Expect a long wait from RJ or Matt as they custom make each holster to order.

outdoorsman1911

01-01-2007, 04:17 PM

I have a hedley holster, there was a month wait on it, but its nice.

AK_Greybear

04-23-2007, 07:33 AM

I've been EDC one for about 8 months now in one of the above (below?) refferenced kydex holsters, on a neck chain. EDC in various pockets for many years.

Love it.

Never without it.

IT'S WHAT YOU GOT THAT COUNTS !

Not gonna join the argument about effectiveness since I HAVE been shot with a .22.

I don't argue with ignorance (lack of education).

As my old Daddy said: Ignorance can be fixed, stupid is forever.

AH-CHANH

04-23-2007, 10:49 AM

Here are couple options...
http://www.stellarrigs.com/gun_neckchain_rigs.html
http://www.grahamholsters.com/pocketholsters.htm <-scroll down to neck holsters

There are also some Kydex ones available...

I about passed out when I saw the neck holster which points the gun directly at the wearer's chin/head. Maybe it's just me, but wow. No thanks. :knuppel2:

gadgetjunky

04-23-2007, 11:26 AM

I used to know a fellow that kept one clipped to his sunvisor in a IWB holster. Very quick to access, and discrete enough as long as you don't flip the visor down at the wrong time.

LoneWolfUSMC

04-25-2007, 02:33 PM

There is something said for "something is better than nothing", but when you start talking about .22's you are getting to the point that you may kill them, but they will die after they beat you to death with your empty gun.

Carry what you want. It's only your life you will have to defend with it. When I can easily drop a .380 Auto in my pocket, why would I want to carry a .22?

08-26-2007, 12:25 AM

outdoorsman1911

09-18-2008, 09:16 AM

So can anyone tell me about their experiences with Pale Horse Holsters. I was looking on line in a search engine and there were a few complaints about waiting 6 months or longer for their orders. I know that these products are hand made and they take time and I do appreciate that but I just wanted to know how long the wait is.

just a update, been a while on this thread I know....but saw no-one ever replied to ya.

But my expirence with pale horse is goin on a year wait still.