NRA Gun of the Week: North American Arms Ported Pug Carry

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posted on December 31, 2016
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The .22 Win. Mag. Rimfire cartridge is the subject of much debate when it comes to self-defense. Some ask "why?" and others say "buy." But that doesn’t stop North American Arms from providing a catalog of ultra-small revolving-cylinder pistols that conceal easily in the smallest of pockets.

Learn more as American Rifleman's Kelly Young, an ardent dog lover, checks out the Talo Limited Edition North American Arms Ported Pug Carry. 

  

Specifications:
Manufacturer: North American Arms
Model: Limited Edition NAA-PPL Ported Pug
Action: single-action revolver
Chambering: .22 WMR
Barrel: 1”, stainless steel finish
Capacity: five
Overall Length: 4.56”
Weight: 6.9 ozs
MSRP: $409

Additional Reading:

Tested: TALO Limited Edition North American Arms Ported Pug Carry   
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