Bond Arms Bullpup Update

Published on January 20, 2017
Duration: 6:59

Bond Arms has acquired the Boberg XR9-S technology, rebranding it as the Bullpup 9. Key improvements include a proprietary 'lubeless' coating from Anderson Manufacturing, significantly enhancing reliability and reducing maintenance. Testing shows this coating allows for 500-700 rounds without jamming, with one unit exceeding 4,500 rounds. Bond Arms aims for an MSRP under $1,000, with release anticipated in May/June.

Quick Summary

The Bond Arms Bullpup 9, formerly the Boberg XR9-S, features a new proprietary 'lubeless' coating from Anderson Manufacturing that enhances reliability, allowing 500-700 rounds without jamming. Release is expected May/June with an MSRP target under $1,000.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Bond Arms Bullpup 9
  2. 00:41Understanding Bullpup Handgun Design
  3. 01:24Technical Improvements: Anderson Coating
  4. 02:46Reliability & Extensive Testing Results
  5. 04:04Ammunition Compatibility & Recommendations
  6. 05:31Production Timeline & Pricing Goals

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Bond Arms Bullpup 9 and what's new about it?

The Bond Arms Bullpup 9 is the in-house production of the former Boberg XR9-S design. Key updates include a proprietary 'lubeless' molecularly bonded coating from Anderson Manufacturing, significantly enhancing reliability and reducing maintenance needs.

How reliable is the new Bond Arms Bullpup 9?

Extensive testing shows the new coating allows for 500-700 rounds without jamming. One test unit has accumulated over 4,500 rounds, demonstrating high reliability even under demanding conditions.

What ammunition is recommended for the Bond Arms Bullpup 9?

The speaker recommends Winchester White Box ammunition. They advise against using Blazer Brass or Federal Champion due to potential feeding mechanism issues, attributing case separation problems to ammunition crimping.

When will the Bond Arms Bullpup 9 be released and what is the expected price?

The release is targeted for May or June. While the original Boberg model was priced higher, Bond Arms aims to eventually bring the MSRP of the Bullpup 9 below $1,000 as production volume increases.

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