{"id":407,"date":"2022-11-05T03:05:35","date_gmt":"2022-11-05T03:05:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=407"},"modified":"2022-11-05T03:05:35","modified_gmt":"2022-11-05T03:05:35","slug":"review-standard-manufacturing-switch-gun-22-wmr-revolver","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=407","title":{"rendered":"Review: Standard Manufacturing Switch-Gun .22 WMR Revolver"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"breadcrumbs\"><span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/\">Home<\/a> \u00bb <span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/category\/concealed-carry\/\">Concealed Carry<\/a> \u00bb <span class=\"breadcrumb_last\" aria-current=\"page\">Review: Standard Manufacturing Switch-Gun .22 WMR Revolver<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"article-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/handguns\/revolvers\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=review-standard-manufacturing-switch-gun-22-wmr-revolver\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Revolvers<\/a> have their place. I own several and a couple play into my home defense plan. None of the revolvers are go-to guns, but a Smith and Wesson Model 29 .44 Magnum (a la Dirty Harry) provides plenty of power for a last-ditch emergency gun. For long drives, and occasions when I carry a backup, a 5 or 6-shot revolver with a 1 5\/8-inch barrel in a cross-draw <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/holsters\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=review-standard-manufacturing-switch-gun-22-wmr-revolver\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">holster<\/a> does the trick. In a jacket or vest pocket, a hammerless .38 Special makes for a snag-free draw. It also provides the comfort of knowing I can shoot more than one shot without the action catching on some material and not going into battery.<\/p>\n<p>Although all these options are great, there are occasions when something smaller is called for. I looked at a two-shot <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/handguns\/break-action-and-single-shot\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=review-standard-manufacturing-switch-gun-22-wmr-revolver\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">derringer<\/a>, but it was too heavy. There are several small-caliber automatics, but the safeties are normally junk and the reliability questionable. I want it for an emergency. I do not want it to go off in my pocket and cause me to be the emergency. That lead me to revolvers.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"576\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Standard Manufacturing Switch-Gun in the open and folded positions\" class=\"wp-image-83390 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-1.jpg?w=576&amp;ssl=1 576w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-1.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-1.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-1.jpg?resize=564%2C564&amp;ssl=1 564w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-1.jpg?resize=414%2C414&amp;ssl=1 414w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-1.jpg?resize=388%2C388&amp;ssl=1 388w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-1.jpg?resize=96%2C96&amp;ssl=1 96w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-1.jpg?resize=576%2C576&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"576\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-1.jpg?resize=576%2C576&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Standard Manufacturing Switch-Gun in the open and folded positions\" class=\"wp-image-83390\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-1.jpg?w=576&amp;ssl=1 576w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-1.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-1.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-1.jpg?resize=564%2C564&amp;ssl=1 564w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-1.jpg?resize=414%2C414&amp;ssl=1 414w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-1.jpg?resize=388%2C388&amp;ssl=1 388w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-1.jpg?resize=96%2C96&amp;ssl=1 96w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>The Switch deploys easily with a press of a button.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>I\u2019ve played with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/north-american-arms\/firearms\/handguns\/?srule=relevance&amp;brand=NorthAmericanArms&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=review-standard-manufacturing-switch-gun-22-wmr-revolver\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NAA<\/a> revolver. It\u2019s tiny and even though I have medium hands, the controls were hard to reach. It just wasn\u2019t something I could trust that I would not fumble in a high-stress situation. A friend suggested the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/trailblazer-firearms\/firearms\/handguns\/?srule=relevance&amp;brand=TrailblazerFirearms&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=review-standard-manufacturing-switch-gun-22-wmr-revolver\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LifeCard<\/a>. It looked cool, but upon further research, it is a single shot, has small levels to open it and you must grip it between two fingers to cock it. The capacity was too low, and in an emergency, one-handed manipulation is impossible. Back to the drawing board.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-2 ai-viewport-2 ai-viewport-3\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--Mid Article Ad for Mobile and Tablet--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/financing.html\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/credova_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/credova_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;ssl=1\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<p>Then, I came across the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/standard-manufacturing-switch-gun-.22-wmr-single-action-revolver-5-rounds\/FC-854581007824.html?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=review-standard-manufacturing-switch-gun-22-wmr-revolver\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Standard Manufacturing Switch-Gun<\/a>. The barrel and frame were CNC machined from stainless steel. The little revolver packs five rounds of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/rimfire\/.22-magnum\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=review-standard-manufacturing-switch-gun-22-wmr-revolver\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">.22 Mag<\/a> and tips the scales at a mere nine ounces loaded.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-1 ai-viewport-1\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--Mid Article Ad for Desktop--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/contest.html?cid=contest\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" align=\"center\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/rdf_nov22_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/rdf_nov22_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;ssl=1\" align=\"center\" px=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<h2>Switch-Gun Features<\/h2>\n<p>The revolver folds into the polymer grip. Folded, it is slightly fatter than most cellphones, but smaller in other dimensions. It would be hard for anyone to detect it riding in your pants pocket, purse, or even the breast pocket of a suit.<\/p>\n<p>When folded, the grip completely covers the trigger and minimizes the profile. As for safety, unless you are vying for a Darwin Award by employing a special kind of stupid, there is not much chance of a pocket discharge with a single-action.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"580\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Standard Manufacturing Switch-Gun .22 Mag revolver, unfolded left profile\" class=\"wp-image-83391 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-2.jpg?w=580&amp;ssl=1 580w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-2.jpg?resize=300%2C298&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-2.jpg?resize=150%2C149&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-2.jpg?resize=96%2C96&amp;ssl=1 96w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 580px) 100vw, 580px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-2.jpg?resize=580%2C576&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"580\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-2.jpg?resize=580%2C576&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Standard Manufacturing Switch-Gun .22 Mag revolver, unfolded left profile\" class=\"wp-image-83391\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-2.jpg?w=580&amp;ssl=1 580w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-2.jpg?resize=300%2C298&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-2.jpg?resize=150%2C149&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-2.jpg?resize=96%2C96&amp;ssl=1 96w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 580px) 100vw, 580px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>Unfolded, the Switch has plenty of hand purchase and can be operated one-handed.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>To deploy the Switch-gun, there is a button (switch) that pops the grip open. The feel is something akin to a traditional switchblade <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/knives-and-blades\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=review-standard-manufacturing-switch-gun-22-wmr-revolver\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">knife<\/a>. Being that it is a single-action, it has a hammer that must be cocked before firing. In an emergency, if wounded, the little pocket pistol can be deployed, cocked, and fired one-handed.<\/p>\n<p>Like most, I feel less comfort as the caliber decreases, particularly when it drops below <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/handgun-ammo\/9mm-luger-or-9x19mm\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=review-standard-manufacturing-switch-gun-22-wmr-revolver\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">9mm<\/a>. As I previously stated, this is not a primary carry gun. It is a micro gun that can be concealed in places and ways that most other guns can\u2019t.<\/p>\n<h3>Standard Manufacturing Switch-Gun Specs<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Caliber:\u00a0<\/strong>.22 Magnum<strong><br \/>Frame and Barrel:<\/strong>\u00a0CNC-machined stainless steel<br \/><strong>Action:<\/strong>\u00a0Single-action folding revolver<br \/><strong>Barrel Length:<\/strong>\u00a0.88 inches<br \/><strong>Grip:<\/strong> Polymer<br \/><strong>Weight:<\/strong>\u00a09 ounces, loaded<br \/><strong>Dimensions:<\/strong>\u00a02.125\u201d x 3.75\u201d x .75\u201d folded<br \/><strong>MSRP:<\/strong>\u00a0$499.00 \u2014 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/standard-manufacturing-switch-gun-.22-wmr-single-action-revolver-5-rounds\/FC-854581007824.html?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=review-standard-manufacturing-switch-gun-22-wmr-revolver\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click to see the CTD Price<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>At the Range<\/h2>\n<p>As for range and accuracy testing, the Switch has two main functions. One is deterrence. Anything pointed at a bad guy is going to give him something to consider. I have known more than a couple true badasses \u2014 SEALs, Deltas, street fighters, etc. I never met one that would stand still and let someone sling .22 lead at them.<\/p>\n<p>The Standard Manufacturing Switch-Gun features a barrel that tapes just under .9 inches. A buddy asked for my thoughts regarding the Switch. I replied, \u201cIt\u2019s a belly gun.\u201d He asked, \u201cYou mean that\u2019s where you would hide it, in your waistband?\u201d \u201cNo,\u201d I replied. It\u2019s accurate from the end of the barrel to the belly I would shove it in before pulling the trigger.\u201d Anyone considering it for much past that, should consider another gun.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"379\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Front view of the Standard Manufacturing Switch-Gun .22 WMR revolver\" class=\"wp-image-83394 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-5.jpg?w=379&amp;ssl=1 379w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-5.jpg?resize=197%2C300&amp;ssl=1 197w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-5.jpg?resize=150%2C228&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 379px) 100vw, 379px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-5.jpg?resize=379%2C576&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"379\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-5.jpg?resize=379%2C576&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Front view of the Standard Manufacturing Switch-Gun .22 WMR revolver\" class=\"wp-image-83394\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-5.jpg?w=379&amp;ssl=1 379w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-5.jpg?resize=197%2C300&amp;ssl=1 197w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SM-Switch-5.jpg?resize=150%2C228&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 379px) 100vw, 379px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>Not as imposing as some, but when pointed in anger, all barrels look like cannons.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>While I said that a bit tongue-in-cheek, my point was this. The Switch is the emergency gun for after you have expended the payload in your primary and backup guns or for situations where carrying a larger platform is not an option. You\u2019ll use it when absolutely pressed. Ideally, a miss would make the assailant retreat to reconsider his or her life choices (mission accomplished). A hit (or 5) would eliminate the danger.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Do you have a last-ditch gun to your backup or an ultra-compact hideaway? What\u2019s your top choice? How does it compare to the Standard Manufacturing Switch-Gun? 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