Bond Arms Ranger 45/410 2-shot

[freedomgirl]

Is there any reason for me not to buy this gun? I think it might be easier to conceal it rather than my Kimber. If anyone has advice on this I'd appreciate it.

[Mike1951]

Buy it because it's fun. Buy it as something for snakes when you go fishing or camping. Buy it cause you want it.

But do not buy it as a primary carry. It's not even a good choice for secondary or tertiary carry.

It's single action with the hammer taking great effort to cock. Then you've got manipulate a cross bolt safety.

BTW, I have the Century 2000 model.

[joe817]

with Mike. It'd be ok for camping and fishing but a poor choice for personal defense. Manual hammer has to be engaged, and THEN you have only 1 shot of .45 and 1 shot of .410. It could leave you woefully inadequate when your life depended on your carry gun.

[freedomgirl]

OK! I guess I need to keep working on my quick-draw with my current gun. Thanks so much.

[karder]

I really like these derringers, but I have to agree with Mike1951. They are way cool, but there are a lot better CC options. I was toying around with the idea of carrying one as a BUG, but there a lot of better options even for a secondary weapon. I really don't see them as a reasonable primary carry option. They just give you two shots, and while it will be a lot easier to conceal than your Kimber, you are giving up too much firepower. But in answer to your question, there is no reason not to buy it. I think they are beautiful pieces, and would be a great addition to your collection!

[rm9792]

That thing is huge,especially for only 2 shots. My Llama .380 is smaller and holds 7. Heck, I think my Kimber UC .45 isnt really any bigger and is 8 shots of JHP.