Customer Comments

The wife and I had been eyeballing the Bond Derringers for quite some time, and finally ordered ours about a month ago. I was torn between the 3 1/2 inch barrel on the C2K and the extended grips of the Papa Bear, but decided on the longer barrel for the 3 inch .410 capability. My wife was dead set on the Mama Bear. We picked up some ammo and took them out to get a feel for them. The 45/.410 is very manageable, even with 3 inch 000 buck, and surprisingly accurate. The Mama Bear was very snappy with the .357, but the .38 was a dream to shoot. Not sure if it's the ammo or the shorter barrel, but the .357 seemed to recoil much more than the .410. Afterwards we brought them home to clean, and saw that the lettering on one side of the grips on the Mama Bear was incomplete. Sent an email, and Liz sent us another set with no issue whatsoever. I would recommend these firearms to anyone, and I know my Bond is here to stay.

Last fall I purchased a Texas Defender 38sp/357. Wow, what a gun. Handles great and packs a punch, particularly the .357. Then I found out about the promo from Bond Arms in November for 50% off extra barrel. I contacted them and said I bought mine in October, no problem, they sent me the coupon code for the barrel. So I ordered the Snake Slayer IV 45colt/410 4.25" Barrel.

Definitely added some beef to the gun, but man is it fun to shoot. Now that packs some punch in 45colt. Local indoor range won't let me shoot 410 so I have to wait for a lil nicer weather at the outdoor range.

You should see the looks from other shooters when I unpack the Bond. Everybody wants to know what it is and want to see it.

Lots of fun and surprisingly easy to handle. Love it. Now I need a IWB holster.

I bought my Bond Arms mini 45 because it used the same caliber ammo as my SAA Big Bore Bounty Hunter and my Henry Arms Mare's Leg. Once I shot this gun I knew I had made a GREAT decision. Since receiving my Mini 45 I have had my decision confirmed by multiple people. My son, former Marine, was totally against derringers because of previous encounters. Today, he shot the Bond Arms derringer and he was sold on them. He now wants one for himself. I love my Mini 45!

It was late, I was traveling and I needed fuel. I knew it wasn't the greatest area but it was well lit and there were several people around so stopped to fuel up. The next thing I know there were two unsavory fellows approaching me, they were focused on me. So I got my Bond Arms Snake Slayer IV out of my back pocket and at the ready behind my back. They came to me and demanded money so I presented them with another option (my .410 double barrel shotgun) and they decided to go elsewhere. I didn't have to fire it, just presenting it sent the snakes scurrying away. I really love my Bond Arms Derringer. I really need to get one of the driving holsters. But I have the .410/.45 barrel 4.5", and a 3.5" .44 Special barrel, and am awaiting a .38/.357 barrel.

I am a retired law enforcement officer (44 yrs) and I use my Ranger II as my first go to gun! Yes I carry two guns all the time and I depend on my Ranger to eliminate the threat and if it doesn't I will go to my .380 Walther PPK-S. I believe the Ranger will get anyone's attention either with wounds or shock! In my career I have been a law enforcement trainer and armorer for almost every make of gun there is and most officers want something that carries 15rds. The Bond Ranger II in my opinion is the perfect carry gun. Just get past the derringer astigmatism and carry a real self defense tool!

I bought the special issue Pike's Pike Model (a Defender, .45LC/.410, 2.5 in with .357/.38 3.0 in second barrel, included). My wife liked it, and said she'd rather have this one instead of her Ruger hammerless .357/.38. I got her the .22LR 3.0 in barrell for practicing and target shooting.

I bought myself a Texas Defender .45LC/.410 3 in and a 9mm 3.5 in and the .22 Magnum 3.0 in. I was smart enough to buy the barrels on sale over the Christmas holidays, in advance of buying my hand cannon. I will be taking advantage of the 50% off barrel deal, and after talking to Daryl, I am considering the .327 barrel.

I picked up a few accessories as well...I love the quality of the Bond product line. Thanks Gordon, for a GREAT AMERICAN PRODUCT!

Mr. Bond I have had my eye on your weapons for sometime now. I am a firm believer in carrying the firepower you will need in this day and age, but could not convince myself to go with less rounds. Well I purchased your Texas Defender 45 Colt / .410 and after using this small power house with .410 defender rounds it is devastating !! This weapon has fast become my favorite carry for daily use. It is a pleasure to shoot is easy to carry and conceal. Your weapon is extremely well made and is a for a lifetime purchase. I also have your BAD and BATB holsters which compliments this gun perfectly. Also just ordered 3 inch .45 ACP barrel and a slide shell holster. Thank You Mr. Bond for your over the top products.

As I have previously teased your incredibly kind and knowledgeable staff, I am mad at you for making what must be one of the handiest trail/defense guns ever. For years, I knew of your quality production but could not wrap my mind around needing one of your derringers. Initially, I purchased a used Cowboy Defender, which I thought to just experiment with and then likely sell. Boy, was I fooling myself! What I discovered is, without a doubt, the lightest and best gun for trail, woods walking, and self preservation (two, four or no legged). I am a cattleman and routinely carried a big bore single action when checking the cows or running the fence line. Vermin, varmints and rank bulls are always a possibility and this gun is the handiest. Now, the Bond Arms gets the nod every time I do just about anything. I don't know how it happened but Cowboy Defender sent word to his siblings and now the Century 2000, Snake Slayer IV, Ranger II, and Backup all live under one roof! Of course, then came extra barrels to boot. Your product is so versatile, I now view it as an invaluable necessity. It is the embodiment of exceptional engineering and quality, yet offered in a relatively light weight package. Recoil is very tolerable. If any readers were like me, wondering aloud "Why do I need one?", I can only respond "Don't be slow to action. Buy one!"
It will serve you well and its durable construction will guarantee a heirloom for your subsequent generations. Thank you for making such an exceptional firearm, one that has proven its value over and over again.

I purchased the Patriot in 410/45 Colt and just shot it for the first time. The guns recoil being very manageable. I used 250 grain 45 colt ammo, Hornady Critical defense in 410 and Federal Triple 000 Buck which had the most kick but still fine for a defensive load. I look forward to more shooting fun ahead. No issues with the gun at all. I'm happy! I will get a thick oval plate for hanging to practice my draw and shooting accuracy.

My wife got into pistol shooting about 5 years ago. Before that she never shot a handgun. She saw a Bond Arms Snake Slayer IV 38/357 caliber and liked the way it felt and how solid made it was so I bought it for her. I liked the gun so much I just recently bought one but in 45/410 which was a knuckle buster for me when shooting defensive loads, so I sold the barrel and bought a 38/357 also which works out nice because our revolvers are the same caliber. Now we enjoy the variety of available loads for that caliber and the derringers not only conceal well they shoot equally as well as our other guns. The fun part is seeing how intimidating this is when other people see us shoot it.