Braverman Stinger Pen Gun
R.J. Braverman Corp. · Pistol · Out Of Production · 1995
Also known as: Stinger Pen Gun, R.J. Braverman Stinger, American Derringer Model 2 Pen Pistol
Overview
The Braverman Stinger Pen Gun is a single-shot, .22 LR self-defense pistol built to resemble an ordinary ink pen. Designed by Bob Braverman around 1990 and produced by R.J. Braverman from 1995 to 1997, the stainless-steel device hinges in the middle so it can be folded to a pen-like shape roughly 4.2 inches long or opened into an L-shaped firing configuration. It loads a single cartridge through a rotating breech plate that also doubles as a firing-pin block; a rotating collar safety resets automatically when the housing is closed. Because it folds into a two-piece L-shape to fire, the ATF classified it as a legal, non-NFA pistol rather than a disguised firearm.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 142 g (5.0 oz) |
| Weight (loaded) | 145 g (5.1 oz) |
| Overall Length | 142 mm (5.59") |
| Folded Length | 107 mm (4.21") |
| Barrel Length | 51 mm (2.01") |
| Width | 13 mm (0.51") |
| Action Type | Breech Loading |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Action |
| Magazine Capacity | 1 rounds |
| Muzzle Velocity | 290 m/s (951 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 110 J (81 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 5 m (5 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Stainless Steel |
| Barrel Material | Stainless Steel |
| Finish | Stainless |
Calibers
- .22 Long Rifle · primary — also known as .22 LR, 22 LR, 5.6x15mmR
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Single Shot
- Safety mechanisms: Rotating Collar Safety, Breech Plate Firing Pin Block
- Features: Pen Shaped Housing, Folding Two Piece Body, Pocket Clip, Knurled Barrel Ring, Single Shot Breech Plate
Service history
Operators
- Civilian collectors
Production
Production years: 1995-1997
Produced in limited numbers by R.J. Braverman; design revived by Stinger Manufacturing Corp. around 2002-2004
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Designer: Bob Braverman
Discontinued: 1997
Notes
The same basic design was earlier marketed by American Derringer as the 'Model 2 Pen Pistol' (1993-1994) and was later revived by Stinger Manufacturing Corp. (circa 2002-2004). Chambered variants also included .25 ACP, .22 WMR, .32 ACP and .380 ACP. Actual manufacturing was reportedly carried out by Remcon North Corp.
Background
To stay outside the National Firearms Act's rules on disguised firearms, the Stinger must be unfolded into an L-shape before it can fire, so when carried closed it looks and is classified as a legal pistol rather than a prohibited 'pen gun' - a design quirk that made it a favorite curiosity among collectors.