New mini revolver from Inter Ordanance

TruthTellers · February 7, 2017, 01:32 PM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XlX-nMEM36A&t=150s

If I'm hearing it right, it sounds like these will be available in March and the price for them is going to be something around $230.

For what is a .22 LR only revolver that's the size it is, and being a swing out cylinder, I think these will be well worth $230, so long as they actually work.

KennyFSU · February 7, 2017, 01:36 PM

Based on my experience with IO AKs, NO THANKS!

Stick with NAA for quality mini-revolvers (they even have a cylinder swing-out model).

TruthTellers · February 7, 2017, 01:40 PM

Yeah, but the NAA is built around the .22 Magnum, which I don't care for in such a short barrel. I'll keep an eye on this and see what the thoughts are on people who've shot them.

I've seen a lot of people saying the same thing you said about their long guns, but a mini revolver is pretty simple to make, so I think it'd be hard for someone to muck it up. We'll see tho.

heyjoe · February 7, 2017, 07:56 PM

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TruthTellers Yeah, but the NAA is built around the .22 Magnum, which I don't care for in such a short barrel. I'll keep an eye on this and see what the thoughts are on people who've shot them.

There are NAA long rifle and 22 short mini revolvers built around the respective lengths of those two rounds.

Screwball · February 7, 2017, 09:04 PM

NAA guns are built to last... sorry, but that is what I'll recommend until those get a similar track record.

Armybrat · February 7, 2017, 10:32 PM

Yep, the NAA Mini Sidewinder is a cool little .22 magnum. My brother's:

Cheapshooter · February 8, 2017, 12:03 AM

NAA does have non-swingout cylinder modles in short, and long rifle sized accordingly. You can always give up a little convenience fkr size, and quality in these little novelty revolvers.
If you are using one of these tiny rimfire revolvers for SD, and need a faster reload you've really gotten yourself in the wrong place, with the wrong gun!
But for novelty range plinkers, tgey are great fun.
When I went tiny, I went all the way with a NAA 22 short Mini Revolver.

kozak6 · February 8, 2017, 01:37 AM

InterOrdnance has yet to demonstrate they can make a gun worth owning.

Import, sure. Actually manufacture? No.

TruthTellers · February 8, 2017, 01:40 AM

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Originally Posted by heyjoe

There are NAA long rifle and 22 short mini revolvers built around the respective lengths of those two rounds.

Yes, but they do not have the swing out cylinder.

Skans · February 8, 2017, 09:09 AM

It looks crudely made from the video - I too prefer the NAA's.

Glenn E. Meyer · February 8, 2017, 10:30 AM

The swing out cylinder is a good idea as reloading a standard NAA mini is a pain. However, thinking it is a benefit for a gun fight - probably not.

TruthTellers · February 8, 2017, 12:24 PM

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It looks crudely made from the video - I too prefer the NAA's.

It's a prototype made for the SHOT show and not indicative of the final product.

Lohman446 · February 8, 2017, 12:27 PM

I really think the loading issues of the NAA mini are overstated. After a few dozen times the only thing one has to worry about is getting complacent and accidentally putting their finger / hand in front of the barrel when reinstalling the pin.

Cheapshooter · February 8, 2017, 12:56 PM

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It's a prototype made for the SHOT show and not indicative of the final product.

Why would somebody bring a half finished piece of crap to the premiere show of the industry? If I wanted to introduce a new product to potential new buyers it would be the finest example I could build.
Maybe that in itself says enough about I.O. to stay away!

TruthTellers · February 8, 2017, 02:35 PM

^ Some say it's half a piece of crap, others would say it's half a piece of quality.

Unlike others, I'm not going to write off a new product that's yet to be formally finished and ready for sale from a company because others have had issues with other products they manufacture. I'm also not going to pass judgement on the state of what they showed at SHOT because things could change between then and the finished product.

I like the concept enough to be neutral and see what the results will be when the mini revolvers come out.

heyjoe · February 8, 2017, 11:46 PM

i find it much faster to swap cylinders on an NAA mini revolver than to reload the sidewinder.

peggysue · February 9, 2017, 06:17 AM

They need to come out with the Ranger 2

Skans · February 9, 2017, 08:42 AM

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It's a prototype made for the SHOT show and not indicative of the final product.

Look, I can only evaluate what I see. The gun pictured looks crudely finished. I especially don't like the screw in the middle of the frame.

In my opinion, single-action mini-revolvers are meant to be eye-candy more than a practical self-defense weapon. So, if someone makes one of these, I'd expect it to be sweet-tasting to my eyes, or really unique for me to even consider purchasing one.

Screwball · February 9, 2017, 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by peggysue

They need to come out with the Ranger 2

I picked up the Sidewinder because it was a unique small revolver with a swing out cylinder.

No interest in another NAA pistol... unless they do a top break. Wouldn't be any hesitation.

Lohman446 · February 9, 2017, 08:57 AM

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I picked up the Sidewinder because it was a unique small revolver with a swing out cylinder.

No interest in another NAA pistol... unless they do a top break. Wouldn't be any hesitation.

The Ranger was a VERY limited production of top-breaks. Basically a test run. My understanding is that the time required to hand fit them made production less than feasible for NAA.

Screwball · February 9, 2017, 09:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Lohman446

The Ranger was a VERY limited production of top-breaks. Basically a test run. My understanding is that the time required to hand fit them made production less than feasible for NAA.

Understood... but like I said, if they come out with it again, I would buy one.

If Rangers weren't going for $2,600 on GunBroker... I'd consider finding an original.

khegglie · February 9, 2017, 09:58 AM

The cast frame looks rough..... I wonder if it could stand up to 22 magnum power.

I want a swing out mini in 22 mag.

Glenn E. Meyer · February 9, 2017, 10:49 AM

NAA is rethinking a top break IIRC to be more reasonable to produce.

I passed on buying an original - DUH!

Screwball · February 9, 2017, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Glenn E. Meyer

NAA is rethinking a top break IIRC to be more reasonable to produce.

From what I've seen, MSRP on the originals was $499. If they increased it to $799, I'd probably still consider it... mainly due to it being so cool.

Top breaks aren't a hard design to produce, but shrinking it to that size, and keeping it strong to handle .22 Magnum makes it a little more challenging. But I don't like pulling the cylinder completely out for reloading. The Sidewinder is a great option, but a top break would go along nicely with it.

Cheapshooter · February 9, 2017, 11:46 AM

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Look, I can only evaluate what I see. The gun pictured looks crudely finished. I especially don't like the screw in the middle of the frame.

In my opinion, single-action mini-revolvers are meant to be eye-candy more than a practical self-defense weapon. So, if someone makes one of these, I'd expect it to be sweet-tasting to my eyes, or really unique for me to even consider purchasing one.

To bring such a crude looking offering to the biggest industry show in the world is really curious. Especially if they plan to "clean it up" before bringing it to market. If they plan to clean it up before bringing it to market. As-is it looks more in line with something having a MSRP in the $150 or less range.
If I spend $200+ for a novelty range toy I at keast want it to look pretty too. Yes, I have cheap guns with a low end finish. But I didn't pay the same price as my nicer guns for them.

February 7, 2017, 01:32 PM	#1
TruthTellers Senior Member Join Date: October 22, 2016 Posts: 3,883	New mini revolver from Inter Ordanance https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XlX-nMEM36A&t=150s If I'm hearing it right, it sounds like these will be available in March and the price for them is going to be something around $230. For what is a .22 LR only revolver that's the size it is, and being a swing out cylinder, I think these will be well worth $230, so long as they actually work.

February 7, 2017, 01:36 PM	#2
KennyFSU Senior Member Join Date: February 28, 2011 Location: Florida Posts: 114	Based on my experience with IO AKs, NO THANKS! Stick with NAA for quality mini-revolvers (they even have a cylinder swing-out model). __________________ Heavy is good, heavy is reliable. If it does not work you can always hit him with it. -Boris the Blade, on guns.

February 8, 2017, 12:03 AM	#7
Cheapshooter Senior Member Join Date: December 2, 2007 Location: Missouri Posts: 8,306	NAA does have non-swingout cylinder modles in short, and long rifle sized accordingly. You can always give up a little convenience fkr size, and quality in these little novelty revolvers. If you are using one of these tiny rimfire revolvers for SD, and need a faster reload you've really gotten yourself in the wrong place, with the wrong gun! But for novelty range plinkers, tgey are great fun. When I went tiny, I went all the way with a NAA 22 short Mini Revolver. __________________ Cheapshooter's rules of gun ownership #1: NEVER SELL OR TRADE ANYTHING!

February 8, 2017, 10:30 AM	#11
Glenn E. Meyer Senior Member Join Date: November 17, 2000 Posts: 20,064	The swing out cylinder is a good idea as reloading a standard NAA mini is a pain. However, thinking it is a benefit for a gun fight - probably not. __________________ NRA, TSRA, IDPA, NTI, Polite Soc. - Aux Armes, Citoyens

February 9, 2017, 10:49 AM	#23
Glenn E. Meyer Senior Member Join Date: November 17, 2000 Posts: 20,064	NAA is rethinking a top break IIRC to be more reasonable to produce. I passed on buying an original - DUH! __________________ NRA, TSRA, IDPA, NTI, Polite Soc. - Aux Armes, Citoyens

February 7, 2017, 01:40 PM	#3
TruthTellers Senior Member Join Date: October 22, 2016 Posts: 3,883	Yeah, but the NAA is built around the .22 Magnum, which I don't care for in such a short barrel. I'll keep an eye on this and see what the thoughts are on people who've shot them. I've seen a lot of people saying the same thing you said about their long guns, but a mini revolver is pretty simple to make, so I think it'd be hard for someone to muck it up. We'll see tho.

February 7, 2017, 09:04 PM	#5
Screwball Senior Member Join Date: May 16, 2012 Location: ME Posts: 771	NAA guns are built to last... sorry, but that is what I'll recommend until those get a similar track record.

February 7, 2017, 10:32 PM	#6
Armybrat Senior Member Join Date: May 10, 2009 Location: Round Rock, Texas Posts: 976	Yep, the NAA Mini Sidewinder is a cool little .22 magnum. My brother's:

February 8, 2017, 01:37 AM	#8
kozak6 Senior Member Join Date: June 16, 2005 Location: AZ Posts: 3,113	InterOrdnance has yet to demonstrate they can make a gun worth owning. Import, sure. Actually manufacture? No.

February 8, 2017, 09:09 AM	#10
Skans Senior Member Join Date: November 20, 2008 Posts: 11,132	It looks crudely made from the video - I too prefer the NAA's.

February 8, 2017, 12:27 PM	#13
Lohman446 Senior Member Join Date: April 22, 2016 Posts: 2,192	I really think the loading issues of the NAA mini are overstated. After a few dozen times the only thing one has to worry about is getting complacent and accidentally putting their finger / hand in front of the barrel when reinstalling the pin.

February 8, 2017, 02:35 PM	#15
TruthTellers Senior Member Join Date: October 22, 2016 Posts: 3,883	^ Some say it's half a piece of crap, others would say it's half a piece of quality. Unlike others, I'm not going to write off a new product that's yet to be formally finished and ready for sale from a company because others have had issues with other products they manufacture. I'm also not going to pass judgement on the state of what they showed at SHOT because things could change between then and the finished product. I like the concept enough to be neutral and see what the results will be when the mini revolvers come out.

February 8, 2017, 11:46 PM	#16
heyjoe Senior Member Join Date: November 20, 2007 Posts: 438	i find it much faster to swap cylinders on an NAA mini revolver than to reload the sidewinder.

February 9, 2017, 06:17 AM	#17
peggysue Junior member Join Date: May 20, 2014 Posts: 1,835	They need to come out with the Ranger 2

February 9, 2017, 09:58 AM	#22
khegglie Senior Member Join Date: July 5, 2009 Posts: 387	The cast frame looks rough..... I wonder if it could stand up to 22 magnum power. I want a swing out mini in 22 mag.