Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this semi-auto pistol today for a penny start auction, this is the AMT Backup.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: AMT
Model: Backup Large Frame
Serial: DLY03658
Caliber: .45 Acp
Finish: Stainless Steel
Barrel Length: 3"
Optics/Sights: Long Integral U-Notch Sight
Stock/Grips: Checkered Black Synthetic Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The AMT Backup Large Frame is a more powerful and slightly larger variant of the well-known AMT Backup, produced by Arcadia Machine & Tool as part of its line of compact stainless-steel defensive pistols. Introduced after the original Backup gained popularity as a concealable carry gun, the Large Frame version was engineered to handle more powerful cartridges than the smaller models, most commonly chambered in calibers such as .40 S&W and .45 ACP. Like its smaller counterpart, the pistol was built almost entirely from stainless steel, a defining feature that provided excellent corrosion resistance, durability under heavy use, and a distinctive appearance that became associated with AMT firearms during the 1980s and 1990s. The pistol uses a double-action-only trigger system intended to provide a consistent pull for every shot and eliminate the need for external manual safeties, making it suitable for concealed carry, where simplicity and snag-free handling are priorities. Mechanically, the design relies on a short-recoil operating system rather than the straight blowback system used on some smaller-caliber pistols, allowing the pistol to safely handle the higher pressures generated by the larger cartridges.
Model: Backup Large Frame
Serial: DLY03658
Caliber: .45 Acp
Finish: Stainless Steel
Barrel Length: 3"
Optics/Sights: Long Integral U-Notch Sight
Stock/Grips: Checkered Black Synthetic Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The AMT Backup Large Frame is a more powerful and slightly larger variant of the well-known AMT Backup, produced by Arcadia Machine & Tool as part of its line of compact stainless-steel defensive pistols. Introduced after the original Backup gained popularity as a concealable carry gun, the Large Frame version was engineered to handle more powerful cartridges than the smaller models, most commonly chambered in calibers such as .40 S&W and .45 ACP. Like its smaller counterpart, the pistol was built almost entirely from stainless steel, a defining feature that provided excellent corrosion resistance, durability under heavy use, and a distinctive appearance that became associated with AMT firearms during the 1980s and 1990s. The pistol uses a double-action-only trigger system intended to provide a consistent pull for every shot and eliminate the need for external manual safeties, making it suitable for concealed carry, where simplicity and snag-free handling are priorities. Mechanically, the design relies on a short-recoil operating system rather than the straight blowback system used on some smaller-caliber pistols, allowing the pistol to safely handle the higher pressures generated by the larger cartridges.
The Large Frame model features a compact barrel of roughly 3 inches, a small detachable magazine, and minimal fixed sights machined directly into the slide to prevent snagging when drawn from a pocket or holster. Despite its compact size, the pistol is relatively heavy due to its all-steel construction, which helps tame recoil somewhat but still results in a sharp-shooting experience due to the powerful chamberings and short barrel length. During its production life, the AMT Backup series earned a mixed but notable reputation—praised by many for its rugged stainless-steel construction and concealability, yet sometimes criticized for stiff triggers and occasional reliability issues. Over time, the design passed through several manufacturers after AMT ceased operations, including later production under High Standard Manufacturing Company. Today, the AMT Backup Large Frame remains an interesting example of late-20th-century American concealed-carry pistol design, representing a period when manufacturers experimented with fitting full-power service cartridges into extremely compact defensive handguns.
Contents:
Contents:
This example will ship with the AMT box 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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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.
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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1161299081 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-03-22 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
517 |
SoldOutTime: |
2026-03-22 17:05:58 |





