Phoenix Arms HP22

The Phoenix Arms HP22A and Phoenix Arms HP25A are small auto loading or semi-automatic pistols chambered in the .22 Long Rifle or .25 ACP cartridge, respectively.

Design and features
The HP22A and HP25A are blowback operated pistols and come with 3 inch barrels. Optional 5 inch barrels are available. The frame is alloy with a steel barrel and alloy slide. They are single-action pistols and feed from a single-stack 10 round magazine. They have a unique slide mounted firing pin block in addition to a regular manual safety. The pistol includes a magazine disconnect feature, which prevents the gun from firing without a magazine. Furthermore, the magazine cannot be removed without engaging the manual safety. The HP22A/HP25A have a shotgun-style ventilated rib along the top and feature a blade front sight with windage-adjustable notch-type rear sight. They are available in nickel or blued finish.

Ammunition type
The manual for the HP22a pistol states that only "standard velocity" .22 long rifle ammo should be used in these pistols.

Use
Due to their low recoil and low cost, they are often recommended for use by women for self-defense or who are new to the shooting hobby. Their relatively low cost also recommends them to lower-income families.

Accessories
Phoenix Arms also markets a "Target Kit" for the HP22A/HP25A that includes an interchangeable 5 inch barrel and a magazine with an extended finger rest.