Colt Junior 25 ACP Pistol Mighty Mouse
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- Опубліковано 24 сер 2016
- 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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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.
Badass pocket rocket
Carried one back in the 90's when doing cash drops at the bank and still have it to this day.
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.
The best gun is the one you have on you.
Good for your mother in law
An old guy in a gun store once told me, "I've carried just about any gun you can name. They all make holes."
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."
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.
@@cali2468 People are not as hard as windshields.
@@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.
@@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
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!!!
Réveil matin
Great investment. Cant touch a nice one for $700 & up in 2024.
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... :)
Thanks for sharing, I love these kinds of stories. I have always liked .25 acp
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
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 😂)
I absolutely love the little .25 autos. Eager to build a collection. The classics are SALTY!
During his police service, my grandpa carried his service pistol, and this. It saved his life 2 or 3 times
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
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!
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!
Can never own guns ? I cannot imagine 😢 💔 😔 😞 😭 😫
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.
Mouse guns are fun, plain and simple. I’ve got a half dozen simply because it’s so incredibly fun.
the best 25 acp pistol I ever seen and the most reliable
My hat off to Sootch00 !!! Your the best reviewer of firearms by far !!! And always a good polite person !!!!!!! Thank you and God Bless!
Curtis Dowling I agree! He is my favorite too for that reason.
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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.
So you could essentially get a used one in the '60s-70s for twenty bucks?
@@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.
@@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."
@@zyrrhos line ever make it into any films yet?
@@smileyct1850 It made it into a script. Got into a couple screenplay contests. I'm writing another script now.
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!
Love my Kel Tec .32acp. Especially in hot, humid, Florida weather. Reliable, light, thin, 8 shots. S&B hot jacketed ball.
Just got one handed down that my dad bought new in 71...Fantastic little gun
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!
32 acp is still dangerous and must never be underestimated that round can match the power and penetration of a 380 acp
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.
Good humoured presenter with an easy and self deprecating laugh. A pleasure to watch.
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 !
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.
Love the mouse gun reviews .
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.
I've grown to love the 25
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.
What a cool piece of history! Definitely on my list!
"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.
Nice gun sir Sochoo, i like much
Brovi765
This is what I gleaned from Google:
OD serial no = Colt made
CC serial no = Astra made in Spain for Colt
Your mouse gun collection is second to none. Awesome
Beautiful and obscured gun of history. Really like your vid. And I liked the music actually! It was really good and it did not drown out the sounds of the pistol firing. Keep making great videos. :)
Very nice and as always a detailed description with all the interesting features pointed out...thanks for the vid and the info...great job...keep em coming and always enjoy ...
I just acquired a 1972 Colt made 25 acp. Nice shooting little gun. Pretty accurate at 30 feet also. Nice piece of history.
A beautiful little pistol, I love it.
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!
*.25ACP* is pretty good for a *back-up* gun, put it on your ankle & if anything go south you have secondary hand gun ...
I have been watching your vids for a long time. I love the mouse guns and older hand guns you review. Thank you for all the fun.
I love these mouse gun very videos, I've always wanted a junior or a cub, great looking little pistols
A perfect/comprehensive presentation sir...
Truth in advertising. That's refreshing to see. Too bad we never see that anymore.
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.
Raging Realist lll
Me to
Always enjoy all your videos&respect your opinions. Well done!
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.
Si te encontrás con un ladrón solitario o unos rateros en el subte, es mejor una 25 en tu bolsillo que unas piedras 😂😂.. 👍👍🫂🫂🇦🇷🇦🇷
Thanks Sootch for another great look at a nice mouse gun
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!
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.
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.
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I have and '08 made in 1911, it is a great little pistol. I carry it once in a while.
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.
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
@@joelrausch4824 Remind me to make you the same deal when you are short on food 🤣
@@TacticalTerry 😂 no kidding....At least buy her $20 in groceries my man...
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
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.
u sleep i walk around wit Glock 40z n rugers in my poccket 😂😂
+Old Gregg more like bold n ready ta kill
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
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.
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!
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
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.
UA-cam 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).
Love these little guns. Fun to shoot and of course it's a collectible Colt.
Still a few on Gun Broker.
I just found one at a pawn shop, bad ass lil gun. Lots of fun.
Just got one of these thank you for the info and keep up the awesome videos I enjoy them merry Christmas
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.
I carried my fn 1905 25 today it was made before 1909 I love it because it’s so old but works perfectly
Just checked the serial number on my Colt. Starts with OD. Thanks for the info!!
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..
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!!
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.
Love your mouse gun reviews and collection!
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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!
Thank you for the great video...picked up an FIE version of one of these and darn if I couldn’t figure out how to take this sucker down!
This is a really cool little piece 👌
***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.
Probably a heavy floating firing pin. Older 1911's had the same problem they changed the new firing pin to titanium.
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)
From another UA-cam video, Colt will install a hammer block on these pistols. I would like to have one.
I have a 1970 model. Mine was made by colt in Connecticut. Very crisp roll stamping 98% finish. I carry it everyday.
I enjoy your videos on odd little pocket guns.
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.
Good info as always. I just bought one and they're cool to collect but that's about it. I'm on the hunt for a Browning now.
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.
TIOMKIN1 Does your's have a commander hammer our a regular one?
@@biglenny1000 It has the Commander Hammer. Out.
I just acquired a 1908 Colt vest pocket that is in the process of being restored. Should come out looking close to brand new
Hope that the restoration worked for you! I found that my problems with a 1973 colt .25 were basically magazine related..they are resolved
I just found you on UT and I love all your content. Keep it up!
I would definitely use a pocket holster with it. Bang!!!!!
Such a beauty. Hard to find one today in excellent condition. Also, I prefer the Colt .25 over the Seecamp .25.
I know one person who carries the Beretta tip up barrel 25 acp., and he is comfortable carrying it.
I want a 3032.
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.
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.
That's a beautiful gun.
Love ur videos keep up the great work😀
that little thing is beautiful.
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!
Greenlampproductions I would keep it how he warn it
ir.haveDiabetes z I agree 100%. Leave it the way gramps gave it to you.
Another good review ,cheers.
Great video! Made me want to double check my little Colt Automatic... And what do ya know it's one that was produced in the USA! Sweet little addition to my collection and I cannot be mad for what I paid for it. Love shooting it. Just need to get a few more boxes of rounds for the next trip to the range. Keep up the great work!
Love Astras!
Love the closing...lol.: God bless America. Long live Republics!!🏆
thanks for great details
I have the Astra cub in .22short. Love it. Would love to have the Colt version with it.
I carry my colt 25, I like it.
Far better choice/
Great review , as always
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!
What a beauty!
that's a really neat little gun
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.
Lucky :)
how much are they worth? not that id consider parting
@@lordkayx $500 to about $1000 now to collectors. Depending on condition of course.
You lucky devil. Want to sell it?
Didn't think so.
@@JugglesGrenades You are correct.
With the ammo being expensive and hard to find, that is a good incentive to learn to handload.
I like that, nice looking pistol.
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.
I always wanted one of these