As you know I have a Snake Slayer and I love it. I always have it with me. However when the trigger guard is in place I find it difficult to fire the gun. I have thought of a design that gives the guard more of a loop under the trigger and provides more room for a full range of motion with your trigger finger. Right now I use my SS with the trigger guard removed. Has anyone else had concerns with this issue?
Yes, Nick I’ve had the same experience w/ my BA Century in .410, I ended up putting the trigger guard back on as it helped control the weapon when fired. For sure the trigger was much easier to pull with the guard off…regardless these are great guns & I just ordered another one!
Nick, I have owned, carried and fired my Snake Slayer for years. I have not had any problem with the trigger guard. Maybe your fingers are larger than mine…? Good luck.
I believe some shooters that i have let shoot my SS are so worried about the kick they just do not
pay attention to how there pulling the trigger and find it difficult at first , i have big hands and no trouble! seems a small piece of leather covering the fireing pins on my lap lets me practice the pull without harming the gun.
Same problem. Had trouble firing the Snake Slayer with the trigger guard on, espcially using a two hand grip. With the trigger guard on many times i couldn’t get it to fire unless I shifted my grip or lost my sight picture when i pushed my finger low enough to roll the trigger. When I removed the triggerguard the Slayer fired easiily and I was amazed it had such a nice trigger pull. No need to remember to roll triger finger, I just pick it up and fire it like all my other guns. It would be nice if Bond made a looped trigger alternative available for thise of us unable to master their unique trigger pull. The only good thing about the it – is if anyone gets the gun away from me they probably wouldn’t be able to shot me with it
I own the Snake Slayer IV and have had absolutely no trouble handling or firing it with the trigger guard in place. Maybe your hands and fingers are larger than mine. My wife has also fired it without difficulty even though she has arthritis in her hands.
If you will put the pad of your finger on the center of the trigger and pull back and down, almost like sliding your finger down the trigger as you you pull, you will see that the trigger pulls very easily and smoothly. Also you can safely practice by putting two spent shell casings into the chambers.
Donald Lassiter
I saw Jeff’s review shortly after he posted it. This man has convinced me to at least consider buying almost every gun he reviews! I am saving up for that Texas Ranger model. It is a bit out of my price-range at the moment, but it is absolutely beautiful. I hope you still have one for me when the time is right! Keep up the good work guys! Outstanding firearms!
I’ve never had any problems with the trigger guard on my SSIV, gives me more control of the weapon. Only problem I have is for the way I aim, the front sight is twice the height it should be. But then, I didn’t buy it for target shooting.
Perfection!! I can’t say enough about my new Snake Slayer. It performs just like I thought it would, PERFECTLY. I spoke to my local Gun Shop in N.C. and told them to look into carrying this a gun line of concealed carry and any kind of Defense. This little jewel will get the job done. It’s made in Texas and I had rather buy American than buy Chinese anytime. Both my wife and son like the feel of it in their hands.
The Pink MINI just became available and will retail for $387.
Holsters will run $60.
If you have a local dealer he can order it for you. You can check the Find a Dealer link on the site to find one if you dont know where the closest one may be.
The original pink pearlite we had on the mini’s didn’t hold up to the
.357 mag recoil to well and would crack.
We went with the pink wood to solve this issue eventhough there are pictures
of the pink pearlites still floating around.
If you want the pink pearlite, we have a few left and you can get one, but we just can’t
warranty the grip knowing it might crack.
Contact Charlie at 817-573-4445 for more info and cost of the pink pearlite grips.
EXCELLENT WORK OF ART.I JUST BOUGHT A USED SNAKE SLAYER THIS MORNING HERE IN SAN ANTONIO.A .45/.410 BARREL.VERY WELL MADE FIREARM.I THINK STAINLESS STEEL IS AN OUTSTANDING GUN METAL.I HAVENT FIRED IT YET BUT CANT WAITE TO GET OUT TO THE RANGE.I EXPECT TO BUY MORE OF THESE DERRINGERS IN THE FUTURE.NICE DEFENSIVE WEAPON.
I noticed under the the lever to release the barrels there is a pin which appears to be marred. Can you add some insight to this? It appears to be punched. Overall, the firearm is beautiful and very solid and am in the market for one.
If you will go to http://bondarms.com/customer-service and let them know, I am sure someone will get back to you as quickly as possible, or you can call Monday – Friday 9am-5pm (CST) 1-817-573-4445
I would like to see: – Your “Safety & Instruction /Manual” Put in PDF format on Your Homesite !!
Reason: – The Miniature Copy included with your Derringers is just to Dam Small (Print Size) – Even with a “Large Magnifying Glass” – I have one hell of a time trying to read the print ! – I don’t want to purchase a Microscope to read the print !! – - – I have a second Bond Derringer on order ! Can you include a FREE Microscope with the order , so i can read the miniature print ??
Thank You for including the PDF (my suggestion ) of your “Safety & Instruction Manuel” on your Bond Arms website, which will be a Great Help to your customers – - – - – - – - – -
My other suggestion may also be of help, so here it is again !
From – Tony – TGL Ranch
Just a little tid-bit that you can pass-on to your “Holster” buyers,(nylon/cloth) that are
not preformed as most leather holsters are!
1. Take a 12″ piece or more of roll plastic, wrap/cover your Derringer (one sheet) about 12″ x 12″
2. Push Derringer, plastic covered into (New/Stiff) nylon/cloth holster as far as possible
3 Place plastic covered gun/holster into a vacuum sealer bag
4. Vacuum and seal bag to remove all AIR
5 . Let set over night or longer – or re- do again, if needed
6. The vacuum will form holster to gun and flex/stretch the holster fabric for a better fit
Note – Leather holsters in general are water dampened, vacuumed ,and left to dry before
they are stained & oiled. – - Check with “Tandy Leather for more specific info.
This is just a note to say thank you to all those that work in your company. It is so refreshing to find an American company that takes pride in their work and in their product. A company that obviously goes the extra mile and a company that must value all the craftsmen they employ to produce such a fine product. Not only is your firearm a substantial instrument of protection, it is a wonderful work of art and a testament to commitment you folks must have to producing a high quality, reliable product.
Again, my sincerest thanks to your management, design engineers, production craftsmen, sales and office staff. All of your efforts are truly appreciated!
Marc W. Stauffer
Enterprise, Oregon 97828
A proud new owner of a Texas Defender 310/45
Hi Gordon,
I was wondering if the new trigger design was being implemented soon? I see on this board that you mentioned in December that a new one would be available around April of 2012. I am looking to purchase one of these but have hesitated when reading your own words about possible upgraded models coming soon….
With the exception of the two minis, all your guns come stock with a .410 / 45 long colt barrel. Is it possible to order one that has just the Texas Defender Frame with a .357 / .38 three inch barrel and Black pearlite grips? It seems funny having to buy a barrel you don’t want and grips that will sit in a box. such a waste of money.
I am looking for a longer wood grip for my fiancesbl derringer. He has very large hands and asked for a longer wood grip for christmas. I like the american flag one and the one with the metal sheriff star. Please let me know if and where to order those. Thank you
Check out our online store. There are many grips to choose from. You may be interested in the “jumbo grip” here – it gives you a lot more to hold on to and fits a bigger hand very well http://bondarms.com/store/index.php?l=product_detail&p=704
As you know I have a Snake Slayer and I love it. I always have it with me. However when the trigger guard is in place I find it difficult to fire the gun. I have thought of a design that gives the guard more of a loop under the trigger and provides more room for a full range of motion with your trigger finger. Right now I use my SS with the trigger guard removed. Has anyone else had concerns with this issue?
Yes, Nick I’ve had the same experience w/ my BA Century in .410, I ended up putting the trigger guard back on as it helped control the weapon when fired. For sure the trigger was much easier to pull with the guard off…regardless these are great guns & I just ordered another one!
Nick, I have owned, carried and fired my Snake Slayer for years. I have not had any problem with the trigger guard. Maybe your fingers are larger than mine…? Good luck.
I believe some shooters that i have let shoot my SS are so worried about the kick they just do not
pay attention to how there pulling the trigger and find it difficult at first , i have big hands and no trouble! seems a small piece of leather covering the fireing pins on my lap lets me practice the pull without harming the gun.
Same problem. Had trouble firing the Snake Slayer with the trigger guard on, espcially using a two hand grip. With the trigger guard on many times i couldn’t get it to fire unless I shifted my grip or lost my sight picture when i pushed my finger low enough to roll the trigger. When I removed the triggerguard the Slayer fired easiily and I was amazed it had such a nice trigger pull. No need to remember to roll triger finger, I just pick it up and fire it like all my other guns. It would be nice if Bond made a looped trigger alternative available for thise of us unable to master their unique trigger pull. The only good thing about the it – is if anyone gets the gun away from me they probably wouldn’t be able to shot me with it
We will have the newly designed trigger by April 2012 that should ease that issue.
I own the Snake Slayer IV and have had absolutely no trouble handling or firing it with the trigger guard in place. Maybe your hands and fingers are larger than mine. My wife has also fired it without difficulty even though she has arthritis in her hands.
If you will put the pad of your finger on the center of the trigger and pull back and down, almost like sliding your finger down the trigger as you you pull, you will see that the trigger pulls very easily and smoothly. Also you can safely practice by putting two spent shell casings into the chambers.
Donald Lassiter
I saw Jeff’s review shortly after he posted it. This man has convinced me to at least consider buying almost every gun he reviews! I am saving up for that Texas Ranger model. It is a bit out of my price-range at the moment, but it is absolutely beautiful. I hope you still have one for me when the time is right! Keep up the good work guys! Outstanding firearms!
The Texas Ranger Commemorative should also be accompanied with a holster!!!
I’ve never had any problems with the trigger guard on my SSIV, gives me more control of the weapon. Only problem I have is for the way I aim, the front sight is twice the height it should be. But then, I didn’t buy it for target shooting.
Perfection!! I can’t say enough about my new Snake Slayer. It performs just like I thought it would, PERFECTLY. I spoke to my local Gun Shop in N.C. and told them to look into carrying this a gun line of concealed carry and any kind of Defense. This little jewel will get the job done. It’s made in Texas and I had rather buy American than buy Chinese anytime. Both my wife and son like the feel of it in their hands.
I am very interested in the girl bond berringer please send me prices
Doty,
The Pink MINI just became available and will retail for $387.
Holsters will run $60.
If you have a local dealer he can order it for you. You can check the Find a Dealer link on the site to find one if you dont know where the closest one may be.
Grips do not match picture at all? not a pearl glowing but dull and all the checkering black, very disapointed
Brian
Still love our Bonds!! just grips:-) Brian
The original pink pearlite we had on the mini’s didn’t hold up to the
.357 mag recoil to well and would crack.
We went with the pink wood to solve this issue eventhough there are pictures
of the pink pearlites still floating around.
If you want the pink pearlite, we have a few left and you can get one, but we just can’t
warranty the grip knowing it might crack.
Contact Charlie at 817-573-4445 for more info and cost of the pink pearlite grips.
EXCELLENT WORK OF ART.I JUST BOUGHT A USED SNAKE SLAYER THIS MORNING HERE IN SAN ANTONIO.A .45/.410 BARREL.VERY WELL MADE FIREARM.I THINK STAINLESS STEEL IS AN OUTSTANDING GUN METAL.I HAVENT FIRED IT YET BUT CANT WAITE TO GET OUT TO THE RANGE.I EXPECT TO BUY MORE OF THESE DERRINGERS IN THE FUTURE.NICE DEFENSIVE WEAPON.
I noticed under the the lever to release the barrels there is a pin which appears to be marred. Can you add some insight to this? It appears to be punched. Overall, the firearm is beautiful and very solid and am in the market for one.
I just saw the pink Bond Girl grips and was wondering if I can get them for my Century 2000?
Alice,
If you will go to http://bondarms.com/customer-service and let them know, I am sure someone will get back to you as quickly as possible, or you can call Monday – Friday 9am-5pm (CST) 1-817-573-4445
Please show more shot shell pattering. At different distances. For snakes… very interested in your product.
Ray,
Thanks for the suggestion. We will do what we can to get more on the website about the shot patterns.
I would like to see: – Your “Safety & Instruction /Manual” Put in PDF format on Your Homesite !!
Reason: – The Miniature Copy included with your Derringers is just to Dam Small (Print Size) – Even with a “Large Magnifying Glass” – I have one hell of a time trying to read the print ! – I don’t want to purchase a Microscope to read the print !! – - – I have a second Bond Derringer on order ! Can you include a FREE Microscope with the order , so i can read the miniature print ??
Anthony,
Thank you for the suggestion.. we will see what we can do for you. We really appreciate the feedback.
GORDAN ARE YOU GOING TO SELL JUST THE MINI BARRELS LIKE ALL THE OTHER ONES/ ALSO WHAT IS WRITTEN ON THE RIGHT SIDE ON FRAME AND BARREL? BRIAN
Yes, we do sell the MINI barrels.
Thank You for including the PDF (my suggestion ) of your “Safety & Instruction Manuel” on your Bond Arms website, which will be a Great Help to your customers – - – - – - – - – -
My other suggestion may also be of help, so here it is again !
From – Tony – TGL Ranch
Just a little tid-bit that you can pass-on to your “Holster” buyers,(nylon/cloth) that are
not preformed as most leather holsters are!
1. Take a 12″ piece or more of roll plastic, wrap/cover your Derringer (one sheet) about 12″ x 12″
2. Push Derringer, plastic covered into (New/Stiff) nylon/cloth holster as far as possible
3 Place plastic covered gun/holster into a vacuum sealer bag
4. Vacuum and seal bag to remove all AIR
5 . Let set over night or longer – or re- do again, if needed
6. The vacuum will form holster to gun and flex/stretch the holster fabric for a better fit
Note – Leather holsters in general are water dampened, vacuumed ,and left to dry before
they are stained & oiled. – - Check with “Tandy Leather for more specific info.
Thanks for the tid-bits!
This is just a note to say thank you to all those that work in your company. It is so refreshing to find an American company that takes pride in their work and in their product. A company that obviously goes the extra mile and a company that must value all the craftsmen they employ to produce such a fine product. Not only is your firearm a substantial instrument of protection, it is a wonderful work of art and a testament to commitment you folks must have to producing a high quality, reliable product.
Again, my sincerest thanks to your management, design engineers, production craftsmen, sales and office staff. All of your efforts are truly appreciated!
Marc W. Stauffer
Enterprise, Oregon 97828
A proud new owner of a Texas Defender 310/45
Marc,
Thanks for the kind words.
We try to build the best and appreciate customers like yourself.
Let us know if you need anything.
Gordon Bond
Hi Gordon,
I was wondering if the new trigger design was being implemented soon? I see on this board that you mentioned in December that a new one would be available around April of 2012. I am looking to purchase one of these but have hesitated when reading your own words about possible upgraded models coming soon….
Jon,
Please feel free to contact us by phone, Monday – Friday 9am-5pm (CST) 1-817-573-4445 so we can get the answer for you.
I cant seem to get Bond Arms to reply to a request for assistance with my C2K. Ive sent two emails and never got a reply. Whats the problem?
Don,
Give us a call, you can find our number on our contact page.
With the exception of the two minis, all your guns come stock with a .410 / 45 long colt barrel. Is it possible to order one that has just the Texas Defender Frame with a .357 / .38 three inch barrel and Black pearlite grips? It seems funny having to buy a barrel you don’t want and grips that will sit in a box. such a waste of money.
Bob,
Please feel free to contact us by phone, Monday – Friday 9am-5pm (CST) 1-817-573-4445 to see if there is something we can do for you.
I am looking for a longer wood grip for my fiancesbl derringer. He has very large hands and asked for a longer wood grip for christmas. I like the american flag one and the one with the metal sheriff star. Please let me know if and where to order those. Thank you
Check out our online store. There are many grips to choose from. You may be interested in the “jumbo grip” here – it gives you a lot more to hold on to and fits a bigger hand very well http://bondarms.com/store/index.php?l=product_detail&p=704
Beautiful little wepeons