North American Arms Black Widow 22 LR/22 WMR 2 in. 5rd

About this product

The North American Arms Black Widow is a 2-inch barrel mini-revolver chambered in .22 LR/.22 WMR that delivers dual-caliber capability in a package measuring just 5.88 inches overall length. Built on NAA's proven mini-frame with stainless steel construction, it features a conversion cylinder system and adjustable sights rarely found on firearms this compact. At 12.3 ounces unloaded, it represents one of the few truly pocketable revolvers with practical sighting options for precise shot placement.

What is the North American Arms Black Widow used for?

This revolver serves as a deep concealment backup weapon or minimalist everyday carry option where larger firearms aren't practical. The 2-inch heavy vent barrel provides adequate velocity for defensive .22 WMR loads while maintaining a 5.88-inch overall length that disappears in pocket holsters. I've recommended it to licensed professionals as an ankle backup and to civilians seeking a truly minimalist defensive tool that weighs less than most smartphones.

How does the North American Arms Black Widow compare to the Stevens 334 Rifle?

The Black Widow offers completely different utility than the Stevens 334 in .308 Win, trading rifle-grade ballistics for absolute concealment. Where the Stevens delivers effective range out to 300 yards with proper optics, the Black Widow's effective range tops out at 15 yards with its 2-inch barrel—making it superior for deep concealment but objectively worse for hunting or precision shooting. Choose the Stevens for power and range, the Black Widow for discretion and accessibility.

What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?

This revolver weighs 12.3 ounces empty and measures 5.88 inches in overall length with a 2-inch barrel height of 1.25 inches. The oversized rubber grips add 0.5 inches to the width compared to standard NAA grips, bringing total width to 1.12 inches—still narrower than most smartphones. These dimensions make it one of the few revolvers that genuinely disappears in a front pocket holster without printing concerns.

Who is this NOT for?

The Black Widow isn't suitable for novice shooters or those expecting centerfire performance from a rimfire platform. The 2-inch barrel sacrifices approximately 200 fps velocity compared to 4-inch barreled .22 revolvers, and the single-action operation requires manual cocking for each shot. If you need rapid follow-up shots or are uncomfortable with the mechanical process of thumb-cocking between rounds, consider a small semi-auto like the Ruger LCP II instead.

What's in the box?

The package includes the revolver with both .22 LR and .22 WMR cylinders, oversized rubber grips installed, and a set of Marble Arms adjustable sights pre-mounted. North American Arms provides a padded zipper case, cylinder pin tool, and owner's manual detailing the conversion process—which takes approximately 90 seconds to swap cylinders once you're familiar with the mechanism. Notably absent are any cleaning tools or additional grip options.

Is the North American Arms Black Widow worth it at $391.99?

At $391.99, this revolver justifies its price through rare features not found on other mini-revolvers, particularly the adjustable sights and dual-caliber capability. Compared to the standard NAA Mini-Revolver at $280, the Black Widow's sights alone provide $100 worth of practical accuracy improvement for shooters who actually need to hit small targets beyond contact distance. If you require a truly concealable revolver with sighting options, it's priced appropriately—if you just want a novelty item, buy the base model.