SHOT SHOW 2023 | Best Pocket Pistol? Bond Arms

Published on January 19, 2023
Duration: 6:30

This SHOT Show 2023 overview from American Outlaw highlights Bond Arms' Deringer offerings, focusing on their new, thinner designs for concealed carry. The Stinger series, available in calibers like 9mm, .22LR, and .38 Special, emphasizes lightweight construction and interchangeable barrels. The ultra-compact Stubby 9mm is presented as an ideal pocket pistol, while the powerful Cyclops in .45-70 Government offers significant stopping power. All models feature a rebounding hammer for enhanced safety.

Quick Summary

The Bond Arms Stinger series offers thin, lightweight Deringers for concealed carry, featuring aluminum frames and interchangeable barrels for calibers like 9mm, .22LR, and .38 Special. All Bond Arms Deringers include a rebounding hammer safety mechanism to prevent accidental discharge.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Bond Arms Intro at SHOT Show
  2. 00:22SlimLine Deringer Features
  3. 00:59Stinger Caliber and Weight
  4. 01:15Stinger Series Pricing
  5. 01:42Rebounding Hammer Safety
  6. 02:08Stinger Design Philosophy
  7. 02:33Stinger Caliber Limitations
  8. 02:44Stinger RS22 .22LR Version
  9. 03:07Stinger Grip Options & Pricing
  10. 03:32Cyclops .45-70 Government
  11. 04:12Cyclops Recoil Management
  12. 04:55Cyclops Weight and Price
  13. 05:08Stubby 9mm Pocket Pistol
  14. 05:40Carry Options and Safety

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Bond Arms Stinger series?

The Bond Arms Stinger series focuses on concealed carry with a thin, lightweight design, featuring an aluminum anodized frame and stainless steel barrel. It offers interchangeable barrels for various calibers like 9mm, .22LR, and .38 Special, and includes a rebounding hammer for safety.

How does the Bond Arms Stinger differ from traditional Bond Arms Deringers?

The Stinger is designed to be thinner and lighter for easier concealed carry, whereas traditional Bond Arms Deringers are thicker and heavier to accommodate more powerful calibers such as .45 and .410. The Stinger is limited to smaller calibers.

What is the safety mechanism on Bond Arms Deringers?

All Bond Arms models feature a rebounding hammer. This safety mechanism locks the hammer in a half-cocked position when not in use, preventing accidental discharge if the firearm is dropped, unlike designs where the hammer rests directly on the firing pin.

What is the Bond Arms Cyclops and what caliber is it chambered in?

The Bond Arms Cyclops is a single-shot Deringer designed for significant stopping power, chambered in the powerful .45-70 Government caliber. It weighs 28 ounces and features a unique laser-etched bore design resembling a 'Cyclops eye'.

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