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September, 2002 NAA: Niche Marketers The good news is I've been able to look forward and, realizing that I'd just be returning from a family vacation at the end o the month, I've chosen to write my monthly message early instead of late (as I've done much too often in the past). The people who visit this site deserve the respect that timely postings would indicate. The bad news is we are still not prepared to release the earlier promoted and eagerly (based on our backlog) awaited .32NAA Guardian. Our sense of disappointment is great. We simply haven't found successful 'fixes' for the variety of issues which such a powerful cartridge presents to such a small frame. Based on our defining commitment of 'not until it's ready', the decision is as easy as it is painful. Understand that resolution of this problem is our #1 priority. The good news is we will shortly make some small batches of the Mini-Master and Black Widow chambered for the 17 grain polymer-tipped Hornady Magnum Rimfire cartridge. Similar to the .22 Winchester Magnum cartridge, these rounds were designed to be fired from a rifle-length barrel. Fired from our shorter barreled minirevolvers, much of the powder remains unburned after the bullet has left the gun, and so the ballistics are seriously compromised. Our chronograph test revealed velocities similar to the CCI Maxi Mag +V, reaching in excess of 1500 feet per second. We recognize the novelty of this gun, but believe they would make a wonderful companion particularly at those times when you're playing with a similarly chambered rifle. We also believe this is the first handgun so chambered, which is consistent with the NAA niche orientation. I expect the first example of these will be sent to our major distributors such as Sports South, AcuSport and RSR before the end of September. Please feel welcome to call the factory at 800-821-5783 if you would like assistance in locating on of these pieces. Calling the factory is always a good idea if you have and
questions, particularly those which need fast answers. Our Message
Board is also a good place, particularly if you're looking for
unvarnished opinions from real users. We enjoy an active community
who seem more than willing to offer their knowledge and experiences,
good, bad or otherwise. We value and respect the regulars and
the advice they offer those new to our 'family'. As always, I'm
also very happy to respond to you directly, either to phone calls
at 610-940-1668 or e-mails to sandy@naaminis.com. Read Dave Spaulding's Review from Law and Order Magazine For updates on the .32 NAA:
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Senator
Orrin G. Hatch (R-UT) checks out the latest edition of the North American Arms catalog. He mentioned
that he regularly carries two of the firm's firearm products after receiving death threats several
years ago. ASSC's 1996 Congressional Leader of the Year Award was presented to Sen. Hatch "in
appreciation of his leadership and commitment in defense of our heritage, our industry and our life"