Selected Handgun Detail

Manufacturer
	AMT-High Standard Manufacturing Co. More Info

About the Gun

Compact semi-automatic pistol chambered in .380 ACP, based on the original small-frame Backup design with modifications including a redesigned extractor and barrel attachment.

Production

This model was produced from 1995 through 2001.

Market value

The MSRP for this gun, when last manufactured, was approximately $400-$450. In 95% condition, the used market value is currently around $300-$400.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge:	.380 Automatic
Alias:	9mm Browning Short
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Analysis

The Backup II maintains the blowback operation of its predecessor while incorporating changes to the extractor position and barrel welding for potential improvements in reliability. It operates with a single-action trigger and includes both a manual thumb safety and grip safety for handling. Recoil remains mild for the caliber but can feel sharp in the small frame, with function typically consistent on FMJ ammunition though some examples require feed ramp polishing for hollow points. The grip safety on this model features a rounded profile, differing from the straight design on earlier Backup variants. Production occurred in limited quantities, contributing to its relative scarcity compared to standard Backup models.