The North American Arms Rule 1 .22 Magnum (brand part no. NAA-22M-RULE1) is a five-shot single-action mini-revolver built around a bright XS green dot front sight. A Hamre Forge grip rounds out the package. This model from North American Arms weighs 8.8 ounces and runs 5 inches long, so it still slips into a pocket or an inside-the-waistband holster. The 1-5/8-inch barrel gives the .22 Magnum cartridge a little more room to work than the shorter Mini-Revolvers.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .22 Magnum, a rimfire cartridge that outperforms .22 Long Rifle from a short barrel.
• Capacity is 5 rounds, matching the standard mini-revolver cylinder.
• The barrel is a 1-5/8-inch design, a little longer than the 1-1/8-inch barrel on the shortest Magnum Mini.
• The front sight is an XS green dot, which gives the eye a fast, high-contrast point to find.
• The grip is a Hamre Forge grip, the grip North American Arms specifies for this model.
• The action is single action, so the hammer is cocked by hand before each shot.
• Overall length is 5 inches, long enough for a secure hold and short enough to carry in a pocket.
• The revolver weighs 8.8 ounces, light enough for all-day carry.
• The frame is 0.94 inch wide and 2.81 inches tall, a slim profile that keeps printing to a minimum.

Frequently Asked Questions

What sight does the Rule 1 use? It has an XS green dot front sight, which is fixed to the barrel.

Does it come with a Hamre Forge grip? Yes. The grip is a Hamre Forge grip, listed by North American Arms as the grip for this model.

What caliber and capacity does it have? It is chambered in .22 Magnum and holds 5 rounds. North American Arms lists a separate .22 Long Rifle conversion cylinder for this model.

Buy the North American Arms Rule 1 Mini-Revolver, .22 Magnum, 1.63-Inch Barrel, XS Green Dot Sight

If a small revolver is going to be used rather than just carried, the grip and sight matter, and the Rule 1 pairs a Hamre Forge grip with an XS green dot front sight. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and see more revolvers in the same lineup.