Description
The Bond Arms Stubby 380 ACP is a two shot stainless steel derringer from Bond Arms chambered in .380 ACP, with a 2.2 inch barrel and slim polymer panel grips. This listing is UPC 855959009433. It has a stainless steel frame with the Rough Series finish and no trigger guard, and it weighs about 13.3 ounces.
Bond Arms Stubby 380 ACP Overview
Bond Arms builds its derringers in Granbury, Texas, from stainless steel. They are simple, strong and compact, and they are popular as backup guns, trail guns and collector pieces. The Stubby has the shortest barrel Bond Arms has ever made, built on a modified Stinger frame to be the easiest Bond Arms pistol to conceal.
Built to Disappear
At about 4.25 inches long, 3.75 inches tall and .88 inch thin, the Stubby disappears in a pocket. One owner called it the smallest, lightest, easiest to conceal last resort gun in a major caliber he had found. It is not a target pistol, and Bond Arms built it as a close range, last resort firearm.
Two Barrels
The Stubby has two stacked 2.2 inch barrels and fires one round from each. Its barrels are made for the Stubby frame, and Bond Arms notes they are not compatible with hand cannon, Cyclops or original Stinger barrels.
Safety and Action
Bond Arms pistols are single action, so you cock the hammer for each shot. A cross-bolt safety and a rebounding hammer add security. Bond Arms warns owners never to carry its handguns cocked and locked, so carry with the hammer down and follow the owner manual.
Grip and Frame
Slim polymer panel grips keep the profile as flat as possible. There is no trigger guard, so carry it only in a holster that fully covers the trigger, and keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to fire.
Choosing Ammunition
This pistol fires .380 ACP, one of the mildest centerfire defensive cartridges, which makes it comfortable in a small two shot pistol. Choose a quality hollow point for carry and practice with the same weight bullet.
Carry
A derringer carries well in a pocket or belt holster made for Bond Arms frames. Practice drawing, cocking and firing with an unloaded gun until it becomes second nature.
Cleaning and Care
Stainless steel resists rust, but clean both bores after each range trip, especially after shooting lead bullets or shot shells. Wipe the frame with a lightly oiled cloth before storage.
State Laws
Some states and cities restrict handgun purchases or limit which models can be sold. Check your state and local laws before you order. Pennsylvania buyers can transfer at our Collegeville shop or at any FFL.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Bond Arms, Granbury, Texas
- Model: Stubby
- UPC: 855959009433
- Caliber: .380 ACP
- Capacity: 2
- Action: Single action
- Barrel: 2.2 in.
- Frame: Modified Stinger, stainless steel
- Finish: Rough Series
- Grips: Slim polymer panels
- Trigger guard: None
- Trigger pull: About 7 lb
- Sights: Fixed
- Length: 4.25 in.
- Height: 3.75 in.
- Weight: About 13.3 oz
Before You Buy
Federal law requires this handgun to ship to a licensed FFL dealer, and buyers must be 21 or older to purchase a handgun from a dealer. With a 2.2 inch barrel, expect lower velocity and more muzzle flash than from longer barrels.
Who It Is For
The Bond Arms Stubby 380 ACP is a great fit for carry permit holders who want the smallest possible Bond Arms derringer for deep pocket carry.
Buy the Bond Arms Stubby 380 ACP at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Bond Arms Stubby 380 ACP online and ship it to your local FFL dealer, or browse our full selection of firearms for more handguns. For factory details, visit Bond Arms.
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