Overview
The Bond Arms Snake Slayer IV is a purpose-built derringer, engineered for reliability and potent stopping power in a compact form factor. Designed as a highly concealable sidearm, its dual-caliber capability (.357 Magnum and .38 Special) offers versatile ammunition selection for diverse applications, from personal defense to field utility.
Key Features
Robust Construction
- **Frame and Barrel:** Precision-machined entirely from robust stainless steel, providing exceptional durability and resistance to corrosion, ensuring a long service life even in demanding environments.
- **Grips:** Features extended rubber grips designed to optimize control and mitigate recoil impact, enhancing shooter comfort and stability during firing sequences.
Caliber Versatility
- Chambered to reliably accept both .357 Magnum and .38 Special ammunition, providing the operator with flexibility to select appropriate cartridges based on specific threat profiles or recreational use. The .357 Magnum offers significant terminal performance, while the .38 Special provides a more manageable recoil impulse.
Integrated Safety Systems
- Equipped with a comprehensive safety suite, including a rebounding hammer to prevent accidental discharge from impacts, and a positive crossbolt safety for secure carry. The integrated trigger guard provides an additional layer of safety, protecting against unintentional manipulation.
Practical Utility
- The 4.25-inch barrel length is balanced to provide increased velocity and a longer sight radius compared to shorter derringer configurations, enhancing practical accuracy without significantly compromising concealability.
- Features a manual extractor for positive spent casing removal, maintaining operational readiness.
Technical Specifications
- **Caliber:** .357 Magnum / .38 Special
- **Barrel Length:** 4.25 inches
- **Capacity:** 2 Rounds
- **Action:** Single Action
- **Frame Material:** Stainless Steel
- **Grip Material:** Extended Rubber
- **Sights:** Fixed Front Blade, Integral Rear Channel
- **Overall Length:** Approximately 6.25 inches
- **Weight (Unloaded):** Approximately 23.5 oz
- **Safety:** Rebounding Hammer, Crossbolt Safety, Integrated Trigger Guard
