Bond Arms Stinger RS: Practical Gun Or Just For Fun?

Published on January 31, 2023
Duration: 6:30

This review of the Bond Arms Stinger RS .380 ACP and 9mm Luger derringers explores their practical utility beyond casual fun. The presenter conducted chronograph tests, revealing surprising velocities from the short barrels, and tested accuracy at 10 yards, noting significant barrel alignment variations. The review highlights the challenging trigger pull, the difficulty of rapid reloading, and the importance of understanding individual barrel POI for accurate shooting.

Quick Summary

The Bond Arms Stinger RS derringer, tested in .380 ACP and 9mm Luger, shows surprising velocity potential despite its compact size. However, practical use is hampered by a challenging trigger pull and very slow reloading. Accuracy testing at 10 yards revealed significant barrel alignment variations, making it crucial to understand each barrel's point of impact for effective shooting.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Test Setup
  2. 00:48Chronograph Testing: .380 Stinger RS
  3. 01:30Chronograph Testing: 9mm Stinger RS (Honey Badger)
  4. 02:12Chronograph Testing: 9mm Stinger RS (Subsonic)
  5. 02:45Chronograph Testing: 9mm Stinger RS (FMJ)
  6. 03:07Accuracy Testing: .380 Stinger RS at 10 Yards
  7. 04:04Barrel Alignment Observations
  8. 04:21Conclusion and Takeaways

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the practical considerations for the Bond Arms Stinger RS derringer?

The Bond Arms Stinger RS derringer presents challenges for practical use, primarily due to its difficult trigger pull and extremely slow reloading process. While it can be accurate at close range, understanding individual barrel point of impact is crucial, as significant variations were observed.

What kind of velocities can be expected from the Bond Arms Stinger RS?

Despite its short barrels, the Bond Arms Stinger RS can achieve surprisingly good velocities. The .380 ACP model reached over 1000 fps with certain loads, and the 9mm model also produced velocities comparable to some standard 9mm loads, especially with heavier bullets.

Is the Bond Arms Stinger RS suitable for concealed carry?

The Bond Arms Stinger RS is compact and can be suitable for concealed carry, but its practicality is limited by its two-shot capacity and slow reload time. Its effectiveness relies heavily on the shooter's ability to manage the challenging trigger and understand the firearm's specific accuracy characteristics.

How accurate is the Bond Arms Stinger RS at 10 yards?

Accuracy testing at 10 yards revealed that the Bond Arms Stinger RS can be accurate, particularly from its lower barrel, which showed shots nearly touching. However, significant inconsistencies were noted due to barrel alignment variations, meaning each barrel's point of impact must be individually assessed.

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