AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*

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  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
  • AMT Backup .45 ACP Stainless *EXCELLENT LARGE FRAME SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*
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Item Description

 
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this semi-automatic pistol today for a penny-start auction; this is the Arcadia Machine & Tool (AMT) Backup Large Frame.
 
 
SPECIFICATIONS:
 
Manufacturer: AMT
Model: Backup
Serial: GBA01234
Caliber: .45 ACP
Finish: Stainless
Barrel Length: 3" 
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front with Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Black Synthetic Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard

Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The AMT Backup is a compact semi-automatic pistol developed by Arcadia Machine & Tool (AMT) and became one of the earliest stainless-steel pocket pistols designed specifically for concealed carry and backup use. Introduced during the late 1970s and produced in several calibers over the years—including .380 ACP, 9mm Luger, .40 S&W, and .45 ACP—the Backup was intended to provide law-enforcement officers and private citizens with a highly concealable defensive handgun that could be carried discreetly when a full-sized sidearm was impractical. Manufactured by Arcadia Machine & Tool, the pistol featured all-stainless-steel construction, a characteristic that distinguished it from many competing pocket pistols and provided excellent corrosion resistance and durability. The AMT Backup utilized a double-action-only trigger system with no external hammer, giving the pistol a snag-free profile that facilitated pocket or ankle carry. Most models incorporated minimal fixed sights and a simple blowback or locked-breech operating system depending on caliber, emphasizing concealability over target-oriented features. Despite its small dimensions, the all-steel construction helped moderate recoil, although the pistol's compact size still made larger-caliber variants challenging to shoot. 
 
In practical use, the Backup gained popularity among off-duty police officers and concealed-carry practitioners who appreciated its rugged design and stainless finish. While some examples developed reputations for being ammunition-sensitive, properly functioning pistols were valued for their durability and ease of concealment. The AMT Backup also occupies an important place in firearms history because it helped establish the market for modern compact defensive pistols that later became extremely popular. Today, collectors and enthusiasts appreciate the AMT Backup for its distinctive appearance, historical significance, and role as one of the pioneering stainless-steel pocket pistols in the concealed-carry market.

Contents: 
This example will ship with the AMT case and all other contents pictured above.

Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders. 
 

Shipping Details

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Payment Details

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Please note we place a 7 business day hold on shipment, for all non-certified payments.  

Payment MUST be received within 14 days.

 

Return Policy

We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders. 
 

 

Additional Details

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BidPrice:
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AuctionEndDate:
2026-06-28 21:00:00
CurrentBid:
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