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Colt Junior 25 ACP Pistol Mighty Mouse

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Fun Gun Reviews Presents: The Colt Junior 25 ACP pistol or "Mighty Mouse". Made from 1957-1968 by Astra in Spain and then Colt took up manufacturing in 1969-1974. A high quality little pocket pistol and another installment in the Mouse Gun series.
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@SavageVoyageur
@SavageVoyageur 3 жыл бұрын
I inherited one of these in .25 cal from my Mother in law. She carried it in her purse in the 60s and fended off two different attackers.
@goldennightingale5791
@goldennightingale5791 3 жыл бұрын
Badass pocket rocket
@coreypolite9831
@coreypolite9831 3 жыл бұрын
Carried one back in the 90's when doing cash drops at the bank and still have it to this day.
@thomashollingsworth5618
@thomashollingsworth5618 2 жыл бұрын
My mother taught me how to shoot when I was 7 with the colt junior. After she left this world I inherited that pistol. I carry it to this day. My daddy taught me that you never shoot a man with a small caliber pistol unless you're holding him with the other hand.
@northgeorgiaflyer9940
@northgeorgiaflyer9940 2 жыл бұрын
The best gun is the one you have on you.
@historyfan-cg3zp
@historyfan-cg3zp Жыл бұрын
Good for your mother in law
@anthonym.napoleonisr.6045
@anthonym.napoleonisr.6045 4 жыл бұрын
I bought my Junior Colt .25 cal. ACP Semi-Auto Pistol brand new in 1966 from my favorite sports shop Elmwood Sporting Goods in Cranston, Rhode Island for $44.00. I love it it is a GREAT shooting gun!!!
@armandodacruz4362
@armandodacruz4362 2 жыл бұрын
Réveil matin
@duanedurham7031
@duanedurham7031 4 ай бұрын
Great investment. Cant touch a nice one for $700 & up in 2024.
@maj.d.sasterhikes9884
@maj.d.sasterhikes9884 3 жыл бұрын
An old guy in a gun store once told me, "I've carried just about any gun you can name. They all make holes."
@AdamosDad
@AdamosDad 3 жыл бұрын
The old man that owned the biggest gun store in my town carried a .22 NAA in his back pocket, he always said "its accuracy. I always laugh at accuracy, from that little gun. Your guy is right though. "They all make holes."
@cali2468
@cali2468 2 жыл бұрын
You sure about that? Because I've seen an instance where a .25 acp wouldn't penetrate a front windshield. I bet my .357 will.
@maj.d.sasterhikes9884
@maj.d.sasterhikes9884 2 жыл бұрын
@@cali2468 People are not as hard as windshields.
@cali2468
@cali2468 2 жыл бұрын
@@maj.d.sasterhikes9884 I wouldn't trust a .25 period. Not enough energy behind them. You can't always get the right shot placement in a life or death situation. A .380 or even .32 is not that much larger but far more powerful.
@maj.d.sasterhikes9884
@maj.d.sasterhikes9884 2 жыл бұрын
@@cali2468 I never said I carry a .25, as a matter of fact, my favorite carry is my Colt 1903 .32 auto, but also I like my Sig P238 .380
@Desperado3248
@Desperado3248 Жыл бұрын
In 2022 , there is now a higher level of power for 25acp. Buffalo Bore offers a 50 gr fmj that will Chrony out of the little Colt at around 850 fps, which is 125 fps faster than other 50gr fmj from other makers. They also list a 60 gr cast fm that actually weighs around 55-57 gr, and exits Colt at around 820 fps. Real improvement over what has been available
@anthonywiegert8980
@anthonywiegert8980 Жыл бұрын
Problem is is some of these 25s will get bent from the hollow points and other ammo. Best ammo is fiocchi or seller and beliot 50 grain fmj (I can’t spell either manufacturer 😂)
@granthagen2996
@granthagen2996 4 жыл бұрын
During his police service, my grandpa carried his service pistol, and this. It saved his life 2 or 3 times
@BushcraftWoodsDevil
@BushcraftWoodsDevil 4 жыл бұрын
After the Newhall Incident in 1970, a lot of cops started carrying these as a backup gun. They referred to it as an "Insurance Policy", and the philosophy was that it was a last ditch weapon. When I entered law enforcement in 1978, that event was still fresh in everyone's minds and several of the old timers carried .25 ACP's. One old grizzled Sergeant carried a TANARMI wrapped up in a bandanna in his back trouser pocket with the pocket flap buttoned for "retention". It was missing the rear sight and I asked him how he intended to aim it. He just laughed and said, "You don't aim a gun like this. You stick it in their belly!" The old Tuffie Jackets had a small pocket sewn into the breast lining with a snap retention snap for holding these pistols. The CHP was very fond of the HIGH STANDARD double action .22 Mag derringers and some had a holster sewn into their Wellington boots. I had a RAVEN .25 and often carried it in a pocket when off duty. Say what you will, it was reliable and accurate and never failed to feed or fire. I eventually sold it to a fellow officer and transitioned to carrying a Charter Undercover .38 in a BIANCHI shoulder holster under my uniform shirt to back up my duty M19 Smith & Wesson. My Grandmother was from Kansas City MO and carried an ASTRA .25, but that's a story for another time... :)
@SmokinJim-3D
@SmokinJim-3D Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing, I love these kinds of stories. I have always liked .25 acp
@laranitasantana
@laranitasantana 4 жыл бұрын
That magazine is the original. My father had one exactly like that one back in 70's in Colombia South America. It was reliable, solid, accurate and fun to shot
@thetobaccoguy1751
@thetobaccoguy1751 6 жыл бұрын
I absolutely love the little .25 autos. Eager to build a collection. The classics are SALTY!
@timjmyall
@timjmyall 4 жыл бұрын
Hi from the UK - I can never own any of the guns you review but I enjoy what you show us - guns really can be superb items of craftsmanship. On my wish list I have the Marlin M60, The Beretta Tomcat, the Henry .17 Varmint Express, the Springfield Arms .38 ACP and the NAA .22 magnum Pug. Keep up the enthusiasm!
@aaronrodden8121
@aaronrodden8121 Жыл бұрын
No, you CAN if you stop letting the minority control the majority! It starts with voting my friend! Freedom is not designed to be had by some but available to all!
@tazzywazzy7599
@tazzywazzy7599 Жыл бұрын
Can never own guns ? I cannot imagine 😢 💔 😔 😞 😭 😫
@TIOMKIN1
@TIOMKIN1 5 жыл бұрын
I've got one. I bought it in 1974 from a private owner brand new for $50.00 and I still have it. It shoots just as good as the day I bought it. Great Report. Thanks. Out.
@zyrrhos
@zyrrhos 5 жыл бұрын
So you could essentially get a used one in the '60s-70s for twenty bucks?
@TIOMKIN1
@TIOMKIN1 5 жыл бұрын
@@zyrrhos I don't know about twenty bucks maybe forty. The guy I bought it from wanted Fifty and it was in the box with all the paper work and had been fired only a couple of times. I hope this helps. Out.
@zyrrhos
@zyrrhos 5 жыл бұрын
@@TIOMKIN1 Thanks for the reply! I was doing some research for a script I'm writing. If you paid $50.00 for a brand new one, I gotta believe you could get one hot for $20.00 in the 1960s. If you ever see this line in a movie, you'll know it's me: "Back then you could buy them ole mouse guns for twenty dolla’s, an’ I kept one."
@smileyct1850
@smileyct1850 3 жыл бұрын
@@zyrrhos line ever make it into any films yet?
@zyrrhos
@zyrrhos 3 жыл бұрын
@@smileyct1850 It made it into a script. Got into a couple screenplay contests. I'm writing another script now.
@gwidwock
@gwidwock 2 жыл бұрын
I just picked one of these up for $375. Mine is identical to yours with 2 differences. My spring on the guide rod is captured. I don't have the grooves on the top strap on the slide. My slide is smooth on top. Mine has the CC serial and made in Spain for Colt's. My magazine looks identical to your's and mine is stamped COLT on the bottom plate. My magazine will hold 7 but everywhere I look, it says the Colt Junior is a 6+1. I'm glad I found your site. Mine was made is 1963. Thanks for the great video.
@ronniejones9688
@ronniejones9688 8 жыл бұрын
the best 25 acp pistol I ever seen and the most reliable
@Eastwood007x
@Eastwood007x 6 жыл бұрын
Mouse guns are fun, plain and simple. I’ve got a half dozen simply because it’s so incredibly fun.
@curtisdowling3773
@curtisdowling3773 5 жыл бұрын
My hat off to Sootch00 !!! Your the best reviewer of firearms by far !!! And always a good polite person !!!!!!! Thank you and God Bless!
@AldoSchmedack
@AldoSchmedack 5 жыл бұрын
Curtis Dowling I agree! He is my favorite too for that reason.
@antoinecamacho145
@antoinecamacho145 3 жыл бұрын
Il.et.a.vendre.suit.acheteur
@mekelasarus7341
@mekelasarus7341 3 жыл бұрын
32 acp is still dangerous and must never be underestimated that round can match the power and penetration of a 380 acp
@jakesmith2341
@jakesmith2341 Жыл бұрын
32 fmj vs 380 ACP? Penetration might be the same, stopping power, not in this world 😂 I'd rather have 30 super carry over 32 ACP. Much better terminal ballistics, but to each their own. I carry a seecamp 25 ACP at the beach in the summer, so I'm not a hater. Just don't kid yourself when you say they're comparable, they're not.
@ronalddavidleindecker3358
@ronalddavidleindecker3358 4 жыл бұрын
Love my Kel Tec .32acp. Especially in hot, humid, Florida weather. Reliable, light, thin, 8 shots. S&B hot jacketed ball.
@SamSung-mw6qt
@SamSung-mw6qt 8 жыл бұрын
I've grown to love the 25
@AmericanCoinHunting
@AmericanCoinHunting 8 жыл бұрын
Love the mouse gun reviews .
@Junior-fd8ux
@Junior-fd8ux 3 жыл бұрын
My father bought one of these way back when and was the first pistol he let me shoot on my own (with heavy supervision) he never thought much of not being into 25acp. I treasured this little pistol.. I had a (friend) over an when i was in the bathroom he strapped it onto his leg an processed to walk out.. This (friend) knew the meaning of it to me also it belonging to my father.. I was even more bummed out when i saw what there selling for...where ever my colt 25 is its priceless an would kill to get it back.
@scotthainley5698
@scotthainley5698 6 жыл бұрын
Just got one handed down that my dad bought new in 71...Fantastic little gun
@sclwa85
@sclwa85 8 жыл бұрын
"Now there are a couple of ways to be able to identify whether this was made in Spain. The easiest is right here on the frame. It says 'made in Spain.'" That made me laugh out loud for some reason.
@natividadpelayo4653
@natividadpelayo4653 6 жыл бұрын
Nice gun sir Sochoo, i like much
@luisarredondo6077
@luisarredondo6077 5 жыл бұрын
Brovi765
@TacticalTerry
@TacticalTerry 3 жыл бұрын
This is what I gleaned from Google: OD serial no = Colt made CC serial no = Astra made in Spain for Colt
@SaddlebagPreacher
@SaddlebagPreacher 8 жыл бұрын
Back in the day before most states allowed CCW, .25 and .22 autos were about all you could really hide well. You could fold a handkerchief over it and put in your back pocket.
@lkfrmmob5616
@lkfrmmob5616 8 жыл бұрын
u sleep i walk around wit Glock 40z n rugers in my poccket 😂😂
@lkfrmmob5616
@lkfrmmob5616 8 жыл бұрын
+Old Gregg more like bold n ready ta kill
@James-nh1su
@James-nh1su 6 жыл бұрын
*.25ACP* is pretty good for a *back-up* gun, put it on your ankle & if anything go south you have secondary hand gun ...
@brandonscott5273
@brandonscott5273 2 жыл бұрын
I just saw this video and I'm so happy someone else believes in the 25acp. I trust my 1965 Astra 2000 25acp with faux pearl grips, to come through in a pinch.
@johnmadow5331
@johnmadow5331 3 жыл бұрын
I really love it. I brought identical one in 1978 new in New Town, PA called FIE model "The Best" for $69.00. I left it in Safety Deposit Box when I left my home in 1995. I hope it still there.
@paullee6239
@paullee6239 4 жыл бұрын
Just picked one of these up today. '71 Colt-made in USA for $75!! I absolutely fell in love with it while looking at an FIE TITAN which I am also going to buy. Great videos on all the pocket autos. Great to see I'm not the only one out there with an affection for the long lost little pistols.
@joelrausch4824
@joelrausch4824 4 жыл бұрын
They usually sell for half that......at least thats what i paid for mine , including the box. ( she was a starving widow and didn't have a clue what she had) lol
@TacticalTerry
@TacticalTerry Жыл бұрын
@@joelrausch4824 Remind me to make you the same deal when you are short on food 🤣
@aaronrodden8121
@aaronrodden8121 Жыл бұрын
@@TacticalTerry 😂 no kidding....At least buy her $20 in groceries my man...
@CheifDegenerate
@CheifDegenerate 5 жыл бұрын
I carry a 32acp more often than anything else I own. I own several pistols. I'm just realistic and know that self-defense scenarios aren't going to be an "All out tactical dog fight". The bad guy isn't going to know or care what caliber of pistol or it's capacity when you draw it they're either going to fight harder or run like hell. If they run then it doesn't matter what you're carrying. If your rounds don't hit your target and they get you instead, it's not going to matter what you're carrying.
@mehmetsezen1693
@mehmetsezen1693 5 жыл бұрын
Raging Realist lll
@jimpavnica5120
@jimpavnica5120 5 жыл бұрын
Me to
@pmwizard48
@pmwizard48 8 жыл бұрын
I know one person who carries the Beretta tip up barrel 25 acp., and he is comfortable carrying it.
@treyward4480
@treyward4480 5 жыл бұрын
I want a 3032.
@doranmaxwell1755
@doranmaxwell1755 7 жыл бұрын
I have the 1908.. the jr has some advantages but the 1908 works extremely well. The 1908 has a grip safety which love or hate.. works and gives piece of mind.. the Jr has a hammer which is cool. 25 acp makes noise and penetrates skulls. the first chases people away.. the second drops em like a rock
@Jay1830
@Jay1830 3 жыл бұрын
I got this as a spring airsoft gun when I was around 5yo, this made me so happy. Now im 27, my next gun will be a s&w 629 Stealth hunter .44mag :D Boys never grow up, their toys just become more powerful :D
@CaptainRon956
@CaptainRon956 5 жыл бұрын
Look in the ejection port of the slide for a "M" stamped inside the slide. That "M" means that the pistol was modified by Colt to the inertia firing pin. Originally these guns were shipped from the factory with what they call a "direct firing pin". Basically the original firing pin will protrude beyond the bolt face with the hammer down. It's possible that the pistol can accidentally discharge if dropped or if the hammer receives a blow. With the new firing pin, Colt replaces the firing pin with one that is slightly shorter along with a new firing pin spring. So that when fired the inertia of the hammer blow slings the firing pin forward but then rebounds. With the hammer down, the firing pin is inside the bolt face, reducing the chances of a accidental discharge. Colt won't work on any legacy models older than 10 years however Numrich gun parts sells the replacement parts.
@countryboy4542
@countryboy4542 2 жыл бұрын
I remember seeing the recall in a magazine many years ago to send them to Walker Arms, I believe in Selma Alabama. I never got around to sending my Colt Automatic Cal .25 in. BTW, I bought mine for $150 December 1980. Got an Astra Cub .22 short, 2 months later for $90.
@LongGun223
@LongGun223 4 жыл бұрын
I happened in to a local gun store 10 to 12 years ago and one of these was on consignment. Very good shape. I bought it for $300. I never thought it would go up so much in value.
@goldennightingale5791
@goldennightingale5791 3 жыл бұрын
Lucky :)
@lordkayx
@lordkayx 3 жыл бұрын
how much are they worth? not that id consider parting
@ryanplaster4986
@ryanplaster4986 3 жыл бұрын
@@lordkayx $500 to about $1000 now to collectors. Depending on condition of course.
@JugglesGrenades
@JugglesGrenades 3 жыл бұрын
You lucky devil. Want to sell it? Didn't think so.
@LongGun223
@LongGun223 3 жыл бұрын
@@JugglesGrenades You are correct.
@glenngoins3100
@glenngoins3100 4 жыл бұрын
Don't underestimate them. I have a friend that got shot with one years ago. And it knocked him down. It was by accident but it almost hit his lung. He said that bullet was stronger than thought for the size.
@unclenunzie
@unclenunzie 8 жыл бұрын
Thank you for a cool review of another cool little gun. I've been collecting 25 autos for the same reasons you have said. People say get a modern 32 or 380 if you want a tiny gun, I say they're right if you want it for serious use, I have several. But there's nothing more fun than these little pieces of history. And a few are so solid as to still be relevant as protection. I have a Spanish copy from the 1908 colt/browning patent, Gabilondo Y Cia made in 1919. They were some of the best made of the basque Eibar ruby knock off types. The fun was in reading about it, cleaning it up, fixing a few safety issues and the darn thing just works, no recoil and accurate. This company (long gone) was a predecessor to Llama, more recently defunct. Cheers brother.
@sootch00
@sootch00 8 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the Spot On comment. These little guys are not only fun to collect, they are an investment. Prices never go down and it's a cool part of history. There are a lot of other things I could waste my money on. Good luck with your collection!
@curiosoneee
@curiosoneee 7 жыл бұрын
I carry my colt 25, I like it.
@notnowchief.3089
@notnowchief.3089 4 ай бұрын
Far better choice/
@mikes1172
@mikes1172 8 жыл бұрын
***SAFETY NOTICE***I own an original Colt .25 ACP auto and a FIE imported .25 ACP just like the one shown in this video. I want to offer this safety issue for anyone who owns one of these. My father was shot by the FIE (colt clone), back in the late 1970's, it was on safety and half cock and the pistol fell from his pocket in a seated position, "folding chair" at a public auction, the pistol discharged and shot him behind the elbow and the bullet traveled up his arm and came out at the top of his shoulder. The Pennsylvania state police didn't initially believe my dad, until they found the spent casing still in the firearm and the weapon on safe. So, I share this story as they drop tested the pistol many times and they were able to replicate the same thing. Bear in mind, this pistol fell into the grass, not the pavement, so this pistol is like playing with nitroglycerine, be careful.
@AdamosDad
@AdamosDad 8 жыл бұрын
Probably a heavy floating firing pin. Older 1911's had the same problem they changed the new firing pin to titanium.
@gerrynightingale9045
@gerrynightingale9045 7 жыл бұрын
The 'Baby' Beretta in .22 or .25 will not discharge from a 'hammer-impact'...I know because I've tried to get one to fire tapping and striking the hammer, and it just wouldn't do it!I'm a fan of 'little guns'...but Beretta is the only one I trust to 'always work' because of the very high-quality manufacture process.I LOVE the 'Baby Colt', so don't think I don't like them...but they can present with inherent mechanical issues that cannot be 'cured' and they just aren't 'reliable shooters' because of the design.(same as a 'big boy' but w/low- powered ammo means the gun will 'jam' and 'stove-pipe' far more than acceptablefigures of 'failure to cycle', like one round per thousand)
@TheRotorhound
@TheRotorhound 7 жыл бұрын
From another KZbin video, Colt will install a hammer block on these pistols. I would like to have one.
@Bens359pete
@Bens359pete 4 жыл бұрын
I just acquired a 1972 Colt made 25 acp. Nice shooting little gun. Pretty accurate at 30 feet also. Nice piece of history.
@mozzberg590
@mozzberg590 8 жыл бұрын
Your mouse gun collection is second to none. Awesome
@NGMonocrom
@NGMonocrom 8 жыл бұрын
Truth in advertising. That's refreshing to see. Too bad we never see that anymore.
@TIOMKIN1
@TIOMKIN1 7 жыл бұрын
I've got the 1969-1974 Colt made 25 auto. I bought the pistol from a private seller for $50.00 back in 1975. Great little gun for backup easy to hide. Thanks for the info.
@biglenny1000
@biglenny1000 7 жыл бұрын
TIOMKIN1 Does your's have a commander hammer our a regular one?
@TIOMKIN1
@TIOMKIN1 5 жыл бұрын
@@biglenny1000 It has the Commander Hammer. Out.
@robertshelnutt5081
@robertshelnutt5081 4 жыл бұрын
It was manufactured in April / May / June 1968. I have one in .22 short, and, yes, it's a kick to play with. Back when I was on the job, that was resident inside my shirt pocket.
@jonjames7328
@jonjames7328 3 жыл бұрын
Good humoured presenter with an easy and self deprecating laugh. A pleasure to watch.
@81hawkxp
@81hawkxp 4 жыл бұрын
I bought mine new from a gun shop in 1973 for $65 I kid you not. It's still in nice condition and I have the box it came in. It's one of my proud possessions. It says made in Hartford CT USA on the slide.
@Cgconst1
@Cgconst1 7 жыл бұрын
One more comment: I like the format of your videos and the music. Best of all are your firing and target sequences. Excellent videos from a genuine gun enthusiast!
@FunWithGuns
@FunWithGuns 7 жыл бұрын
What a cool piece of history! Definitely on my list!
@dbx1233
@dbx1233 4 жыл бұрын
I used to carry a 25 ACP but I was concerned that it may not have the stopping power required to stop an attacker so I traded it in and moved up to a Wrist Rocket. Now I carry with confidence.
@user-jw4yf2dm4m
@user-jw4yf2dm4m 2 ай бұрын
My mother (rip) carried one - she was an experienced shooter and really liked it..before that she had a 1903 issued to her.
@countryboy4542
@countryboy4542 2 жыл бұрын
I have a Colt Automatic Cal 25 & an Astra Cub .22 short I bought 40 years ago. A couple years ago when I got my Concealed Pistol License I bought a Ruger LCP II 22LR to carry in a pocket that wouldn't print, the Colt & Astra being too valuable as collectors items. Good video Sootch, keep them coming!
@UnitCrane514
@UnitCrane514 8 жыл бұрын
I just acquired a 1908 Colt vest pocket that is in the process of being restored. Should come out looking close to brand new
@billpohlman803
@billpohlman803 5 жыл бұрын
Hope that the restoration worked for you! I found that my problems with a 1973 colt .25 were basically magazine related..they are resolved
@ctapmgriley
@ctapmgriley 8 жыл бұрын
Sootch, I appreciate you letting us know what you pay for you're mouse guns so I can get an idea of what to expect to pay when I run up on them. Thanks again for your great videos. I still say you have the best gun videos on the tube.
@Iowarail
@Iowarail 6 жыл бұрын
I have and '08 made in 1911, it is a great little pistol. I carry it once in a while.
@Dan-sq5cv
@Dan-sq5cv 7 жыл бұрын
THanks for the info. bought my wife one years ago. After your Video looked it up and it was made in 1973 at Colt USA. Wood grips and is a nice little shooter. Have not shot it in a long time though.
@SmokeRingsPipeDreams
@SmokeRingsPipeDreams 7 жыл бұрын
0:45 People laugh at this caliber, but would they want to be this dummy? I don't think that dummy would survive five to the heart.
@MAD-rd2zp
@MAD-rd2zp 4 жыл бұрын
Я так понимаю, вы тут ругаетесь🙂
@JH-vf8rm
@JH-vf8rm 2 жыл бұрын
I just wanted to say I really like your content. Informative, direct and to the point without a bunch of nonsense like is common with other channels. Thank you and keep the videos coming!
@Hissatsu5
@Hissatsu5 4 жыл бұрын
I carried my fn 1905 25 today it was made before 1909 I love it because it’s so old but works perfectly
@peliculasinc5953
@peliculasinc5953 3 жыл бұрын
A beautiful little pistol, I love it.
@jlaw2273
@jlaw2273 4 жыл бұрын
Great video! Was having a hard time differentiating between a Colt Jr and a Colt Auto. I looked all over East Texas for a Colt 25 and finally found 1, only 1. I just paid $530.00 for it, but based off the prices I've seen on gunbroker and budsgunshop the price I paid seems to be the 2020 average for this beauty! Still on the look out for an original 1908 Colt. I've been carrying a Kimber micro 9 but do to the heat and wearing shorts this Colt 25 is a game changer!
@greenlampproductions
@greenlampproductions 8 жыл бұрын
My grandfather gave me one of these, he's carried it for 25 years! It's in rough shape on the outside and plan on restoring it!
@jakem1tanker
@jakem1tanker 6 жыл бұрын
Greenlampproductions I would keep it how he warn it
@sonnygunz9207
@sonnygunz9207 6 жыл бұрын
ir.haveDiabetes z I agree 100%. Leave it the way gramps gave it to you.
@hilldwler420
@hilldwler420 3 жыл бұрын
I have a 1970 model. Mine was made by colt in Connecticut. Very crisp roll stamping 98% finish. I carry it everyday.
@jeffyoung60
@jeffyoung60 Жыл бұрын
This is probably the BEST American .25 acp pocket pistol ever. It is no doubt one of the best WORLD .25 acp pocket pistols. The early 20th century .25 acp pistols were overbuilt for the size of the tiny cartridge. Remember, John Browning invented the .25 acp as a centerfire version of the .22 LR. The .25 acp might only be just a tad stronger than the .22 LR, but that's it. The problem is that you can't find .25 acp pocket pistols anymore unless you attend a gun show/convention. I contacted several local gun stores and none of them carry .25 acp pistols, even used ones. Like almost everyone else, I pooh-poohed the ownership of .25 acp mouse guns. Gimme a real gun that can stop a man, I used to say, like most guys. KZbin had me rethinking my position. This came from owners of the .25 acp pistols who openly admit the .25 acp is underpowered for self defense. .25 acp owners also add that a .25 acp pocket pistol in your pocket is better than no pistol when you need it. If you think about it, they're right. Your expensive .45 M1911, Glock, Sig-Saur, Beretta, Kahr, et al semi-auto pistol is not doing you any good lying in the nightstand, top drawer, or closet, when you're out at night on some dark, lonely street when either a feral dog comes growling towards you or some dude in a black hoodie steps out to block your path and he's carrying something metallic and shiny in his right hand. At that point, your .25 acp pocket pistol is going to save your life. As one .25 acp owner succinctly put it, I'd rather rely on my .25 acp than on harsh language (to defend myself).
@videojunkie1981
@videojunkie1981 5 жыл бұрын
Just checked the serial number on my Colt. Starts with OD. Thanks for the info!!
@Ben-ho3hv
@Ben-ho3hv Жыл бұрын
Very sweet pretty and cool gun.....i doubt that many criminals would attack you if you point this at them....25ACP is still awesome
@anthonyangeli256
@anthonyangeli256 Жыл бұрын
Nice job sootch00. I have a few lil 25acp guns in my collection. I really like that colt Jr. Love to get one. I have the Jetfire which is a fav. Plus a Bauer which is a unique little piece. Great for backup, but I agree, a bit too under powdered in today's world. Keep up the good work! Enjoy your show!!
@777GiantSlayer
@777GiantSlayer 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent video! I just inherited this exact gun. When I received it, the slide was locked back and I couldn't get it to release. It was because the barrel was turn. Thanks to your video it was an easy fix!
@arrlmember
@arrlmember 3 жыл бұрын
With the ammo being expensive and hard to find, that is a good incentive to learn to handload.
@louisweinhold9259
@louisweinhold9259 5 жыл бұрын
Love these little guns. Fun to shoot and of course it's a collectible Colt. Still a few on Gun Broker.
@LoneStarLiving
@LoneStarLiving 8 жыл бұрын
These mouse guns are fun to shoot and great to collect. That's about all I'd have that caliber for. Great video Sootch! Your videos are always so well done.
@MigueAngelAstra
@MigueAngelAstra 8 ай бұрын
Si te encontrás con un ladrón solitario o unos rateros en el subte, es mejor una 25 en tu bolsillo que unas piedras 😂😂.. 👍👍🫂🫂🇦🇷🇦🇷
@mikeellis4158
@mikeellis4158 5 жыл бұрын
22lr, 25acp, 32acp mag dump to face/neck area or groin area should take the fight out of most folks.
@gcart7675
@gcart7675 3 жыл бұрын
yeah id aim for the head area for sure if i was carrying those types of guns and if i could tell they were on drugs i might not even bother shooting them at all with those or if they have a big adrenaline rush cause when youre on drugs it takes alot to stop them even headshots or spineshots depending on that persons situation cause they dont really know theyre hit or dont really care when theyre on drugs or an adrenaline rush or something else like that
@trav-c137
@trav-c137 3 жыл бұрын
@@gcart7675 that's a myth. only meth or bath salts do that
@gcart7675
@gcart7675 3 жыл бұрын
@@trav-c137 uhh what?
@trav-c137
@trav-c137 3 жыл бұрын
@@gcart7675 you said if you could tell they're on drugs you might not even bother shooting cause of the adrenaline rush but the only drugs that will do that are meth and bath salts
@gcart7675
@gcart7675 3 жыл бұрын
@@trav-c137 pretty sure alot more will do that (not make them have an adrenaline rush i meant not really know or care if theyre hit and i said of theyre on drugs or have an adrenaline rush not the drugs made them have one)
@bdm3056
@bdm3056 8 жыл бұрын
i appreciate the fact you said youbwill be undergunned carrying this pistol but its better than nothing. others would tell you off for carrying that but again better than nothing. great vid keep them coming
@gowithgroove
@gowithgroove 5 жыл бұрын
Going to shoot one of these this weekend, maybe pretend I'm shooting my way out of a noir movie...
@armancho76
@armancho76 3 жыл бұрын
awesome review mr Sootch ...my very first firearm was an Astra A-100 in 45 acp ..a little on the heavy side for edc but love their work... they do make every conscept of their firearms very simple ..i only wish they made the Cub in 22lr like the Beretta Bobcat ...it would be quite the little masterpiece..
@brandonscott5273
@brandonscott5273 2 жыл бұрын
I have a Astra 25acp made in Spain made in 1947 with the nickel plating, factory engraving and faux pearl grips. It matches the design of the Cub and Colt junior but says neither,just Unceta y Compania s.a Astra 6.35 25. Also has matching proof marks.
@user-qm3mi5ey2f
@user-qm3mi5ey2f 2 жыл бұрын
I want to know how much this luxury class weapon is worth and the regular class is in dollars.
@natetreanor7029
@natetreanor7029 4 ай бұрын
did you sell this gun? I have the exact same one.
@gilbertosuna5496
@gilbertosuna5496 4 жыл бұрын
It's the only Colt I don't have in my Collection. Here I come to Save the DAY.🎶 That means that Mighty Mouse is on His WAY 🎶
@arlisarlis9313
@arlisarlis9313 4 жыл бұрын
Cara belinya gimana
@Desperado3248
@Desperado3248 6 жыл бұрын
I have the Colt 1908, a nib Colt Junior, the US made Colt 25 auto, an Astra Cub, a Beretta Model 20 25 acp. Anyone who tells you if you shoot them , it will only make them mad , will never take take the offer . The 25 still has a place for deep cover. My pocket carry 380 is either a Colt Mustang Pocketlite, new issue or the sadly no longer in production Government Pocketlite. Both are a fair amount larger than the Junior pistol. 25 acp has improved over the old 50 gr fmj. Speer and Hornady both make 35 lhp rounds that leave the Colt at over 900 fps,Fiocchi offers a similar round that exits the Colt at 1035fps. That gives you a larger centerfire reliable round that hits harder than a 22 lr outof the same barrel length. The only small rimfire hideout I have is the extremely accurate and reliable Walther Tph. I would not carry only a 22 or 25 unless absolutely necessary. I sometimes carry one as backup to either a38, 380 , 9mm or 45. A bad guy doesn’t expect a civilian to be armed , much less have a second gun . That gun could be a lifesaver for you or possibly a wife or daughter who is familiar with the pistol , and doesn’t shoot anything larger. There is still room to improve the 25 and let you have affordable ammo. I reload for 32 acp, and 380 as well as the larger calibers. I have started reloading for the 25 acp. A little tedious but a I-can reload hard cast 49- 50 to gr bullets for less than1/3 of factory rounds, and I believe I can get the 49 cast flat nosed hollow point upto 900 fps. I would like to see a 40 gr version that would probably get up to 975 fps . An up close life saver. To all those who sneer at tbe 25 , would you rather have a 25 acp squirreled away in a mass shooting scenario, or your iPhone?
@MoreAmerican
@MoreAmerican 8 жыл бұрын
When you get tired of that pistol let me know and I'll take it off your hands 😏. Thanks for the video.
@pharmhound68
@pharmhound68 Жыл бұрын
1857, Smith and Wesson released the model 1. The first revolver to fire a pre loaded metal cartridge. A 29 grain bullet over 4 grains of black powder. Known as the 22 short. They sold 1000s of them as self defense weapons. And worked as such.
@billpohlman1446
@billpohlman1446 8 жыл бұрын
Sootch--You are the original mouser and have no imitators; the "ol man" won't review this because it isn't 80 yard "gong worthy". I appreciate the history lesson that you provide with each review on the pistols. I saw a Bauer .25 for $245 yesrerday--now I'm thinking/addicted! You and Hickok45 are the best..
@sootch00
@sootch00 8 жыл бұрын
Once you get started with Mouse guns, it's addictive! Thanks Bill.
@mannys9130
@mannys9130 8 жыл бұрын
Somehow, I just know in my heart that Hickok could tickle the gong with a .25 pocket auto... Sootch is definitely the best mouse gun reviewer on YT.
@kauphaart0
@kauphaart0 5 жыл бұрын
Accuracy is more critical than caliber.
@drezc5444
@drezc5444 4 жыл бұрын
A .45 to the chest is more critical than this
@mariodesmo
@mariodesmo 7 жыл бұрын
For those who say that a .22 or .25 is not effective, a friend was shot in the stomach with a .22 LR (when trying to defend himself), and says it felt like being hit by a train. Knocked him to the ground. This guy is 6', 200 lbs, and he went down, could not move. He's okay but he spent a months getting back on his feet.
@MarkMphonoman
@MarkMphonoman 4 жыл бұрын
Such a beauty. Hard to find one today in excellent condition. Also, I prefer the Colt .25 over the Seecamp .25.
@grigorirasputin5020
@grigorirasputin5020 7 жыл бұрын
In the early 1980's, I regularly carried a small Bauer .25ACP. It was a stainless copy of the baby browning. Damn thing would jam about every third shot or so, no matter which magazine I had in it. I had six magazines and always carried two spares in my front pocket. A friend's wife had one and it never jammed. In a day before ordinary citizens in SC could have CWP's, it went with me everywhere, in my back right pocket, covered by a plastic Esso "Gift Of The Month" wallet to break up the outline. What I wouldn't have given to have had my Kel-Tec .32 or LCP back then! I always carried with a loaded chamber and had no mishaps, even when I slipped on some moss on the Wateree dam one time, scraping up the gun's slide and ripping a hole in my pocket.
@felipetrevino5045
@felipetrevino5045 8 жыл бұрын
One of your best vidz yet, I wish it could have gone on for an hour . "That's what she said", you really know what guns we want to see . Bravo !
@jeffwindle2417
@jeffwindle2417 7 жыл бұрын
mouse guns are history. you have to preserve history for our kids
@bsimpson6204
@bsimpson6204 3 жыл бұрын
I’m British and I know nothing about guns, but what seems good to me about this little gun is you could draw this in the heat of the moment and get several shots off without the drama of bigger guns recoil, so I’d guess you’d get on target easier for each shot. Btw, the only gun I have fired is a Dirty Harry Magnum and that was clearly ludicrous as a self defence weapon, great fun thou lol
@IraHayesIraHayes
@IraHayesIraHayes 8 жыл бұрын
It is a little known fact that Mr. Jerry Garcia of the Grateful Dead was a huge gun nut. He owned an AK-47 as well as a mini Colt .25. Here's a link showing how it'd fetch between 1-2 million in an auction and shows the actual pistol if you scroll down. Great video as usual sootch00. blogs.wsj.com/speakeasy/2015/04/08/tripping-out-on-grateful-dead-memorabilia/
@sootch00
@sootch00 8 жыл бұрын
Cool. Thanks for the link!
@MrItsmelvin
@MrItsmelvin 7 жыл бұрын
Love Astras!
@MPGunther1
@MPGunther1 8 жыл бұрын
Thanks Sootch for another great look at a nice mouse gun
@lukehorning3404
@lukehorning3404 Ай бұрын
Cute little guy and I would love to see your whole collection in a video someday if you ever feel like it I love the mouse guns
@WilGolden
@WilGolden 3 жыл бұрын
Your Colt Junior in .2 ACP appears to have been made in mid-1968, as was mine in .22 Short. Fun little pistol. Mine was imported to Florida, sold in late 1968 (as yours appears to have been), test fired (12 shots - 2 magazines in .22 short), cleaned, and put in the back of some nice guys gun safe. I got mine in an estate sale in 2007 for $25.00. Fun gun, but NOT a carry gun. I love mine, but IT IS A TOY, NOT a serious carry gun.
@Junkremoval-hvac
@Junkremoval-hvac 4 жыл бұрын
I just found one at a pawn shop, bad ass lil gun. Lots of fun.
@turkey0165
@turkey0165 4 жыл бұрын
I have 2 Colt Junior 25s ! One for the left and one for the right hand! And at 10 feet or less where most Personal altercations Occur 14 rounds in the guts and or in the head the biggest bull elk human is going down for the count forever! Extremely lightweight and extremely Stealthy! Put it in the underside of your hand and you can’t even see it! Wish Colt would make a modern version! Like Kimber micro CDPLG they would sell!
@madscientistkicks
@madscientistkicks 12 күн бұрын
Found a us model at my lgs for 695$ very clean with original box and papers that came inside the box in pretty good shape. Only downside is someone had the back strap engraved and it looks like someone failed at removing it or it rusted in that area looks like someone’s name and a date under it.
@mryan2010
@mryan2010 4 ай бұрын
I read somewhere these guns were called nostril guns. The battle drill is to push it up the target's nostril and squeeze trigger.
@natetreanor7029
@natetreanor7029 4 ай бұрын
dang thats gruesome - lol
@luckyluciano4075
@luckyluciano4075 4 жыл бұрын
"Use it and get the heck out of there!"- I would get the heck out of there no matter which calibre I would use... including the 357mag. or 45 acp!!!
@stevemiller7433
@stevemiller7433 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Sootch... I just bought one of these...$275!! I love my mouse guns. No clue as to how to take it apart....thanks for the tip!
@CPhillips21
@CPhillips21 8 жыл бұрын
when the bass drops in your favorite sootch00 video
@Zc33zc33
@Zc33zc33 8 жыл бұрын
I love these mouse gun very videos, I've always wanted a junior or a cub, great looking little pistols
@veganlifestyleloveanimals1744
@veganlifestyleloveanimals1744 2 жыл бұрын
An old Vietnam vet that owns a antique store where I lived successfully defended himself against two would be robbers. He would probably chuckle at this video.
@scoop-pm7lk
@scoop-pm7lk 5 ай бұрын
MOUSE GUN ! 🐁 SKWEEEEEK ! that actually looks ike the gun my brother & I found in grandmas attic back in the mid 1970s they caught us with it n took it away it never did have any bullets with it ... WISH we had hid it better I bet its worth a bit nowdays
@anonimo.0135
@anonimo.0135 5 жыл бұрын
It is a pretty cool gun
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