I'm pleased to announce that NAA now offers both of the new 17 caliber rounds (17HMR and the 17Mach2) across the entire line of our minirevolvers. Similar to our 22 caliber conversion cylinders, we offer a second cylinder to allow safe firing of the 17Mach2 in Magnum frame guns (FAQ #2 at www.naaminis.com/22faq.html). Please note also that our cylinders have been designed so that 17 caliber cylinders will not fit 22 caliber guns, and vice versa.

     We have successfully resolved the rifling challenges we earlier faced and are confident that 'most' of the rounds fired from our minis will fly true without tumbling. Please note that we cannot address the bullet design, bullet velocity or barrel length issues which also greatly impact the stability of this round; if you want a guarantee of perfectly crisp holes on your paper target, buy a rifle. Otherwise, plink your little hearts out with these fun, new cartridges.

     Wide availability of the 17Mach2 cartridges is anticipated for September 2004.