MandolinMan
New member
Let me say first that I know a derringer is anything but the optimal concealed carry weapon. From a practical standpoint, they don't seem to make sense anymore when compared to modern .380 pistols that carry three to four times as many cartridges in a smaller and lighter weight package.
But..... that being said, I think I want one. maybe it's growing up watching too many TV westerns, I don't know.
Saw a Bond Arms .45/.410 derringer at my local gun store today, and it got me thinking. Just wondering how many of you fellows carry derringers either regularly or just occasionally, how you carry it, and what make/model you carry.
The Bond arms strikes me as being a extremely well made gun. I've seen others for half the price( I think cobra was one of the brands) and imagine that they are inferior in quality, but didn't know how much so? If I was to get one it would never be a primary carry gun. Probably only to be carried as a backup on occasion.
Also wondering what caliber to look for? Is .45/.410 manageable? Or do you prefer other calibers? Thanks, Aaron.
But..... that being said, I think I want one. maybe it's growing up watching too many TV westerns, I don't know.
Saw a Bond Arms .45/.410 derringer at my local gun store today, and it got me thinking. Just wondering how many of you fellows carry derringers either regularly or just occasionally, how you carry it, and what make/model you carry.
The Bond arms strikes me as being a extremely well made gun. I've seen others for half the price( I think cobra was one of the brands) and imagine that they are inferior in quality, but didn't know how much so? If I was to get one it would never be a primary carry gun. Probably only to be carried as a backup on occasion.
Also wondering what caliber to look for? Is .45/.410 manageable? Or do you prefer other calibers? Thanks, Aaron.