Norton Budischowsky TP-70-22LR

The TP-70 is a recoil-operated, double action pistol made of stainless steel. It was designed by a German designer Edgar Budischowsky, originally made by Korriphila in Germany as TP-70. From 1973 to 1977 it was manufactured in the USA by Norton Armament Corporation in Mt.Clemens, Mich. The action of TP-70 is locked by the weight and inertia of the slide and the pressure by the recoil spring. The unique design of this pocket pistol guarantees maximum safety and reliability. It can be carried loaded and ready for firing without danger, even when not on safety. The TP-70 meets all the basic requirements of a good pocket pistol, plus, it has other features found only in larger weapons. For example, the action remains open after the last cartridge has been fired. Thumb safety decocks hammer and disconnects trigger.