Bond Arms

What Bond Arms does

Bond Arms, Inc. (originally Texas Armory, incorporated 1995) designs and manufactures double-barrel over-under derringer pistols from a single facility in Granbury, Texas. The company's core platform is built around a patented interchangeable barrel system that allows one stainless-steel frame to accept 14+ barrel options across more than 24 cartridges — including .45 Colt, .410 shotshell, .357 Magnum, 9mm, .45 ACP, and .22 LR — using a single hinge screw and Allen wrench. Products incorporate proprietary safety architecture (rebounding hammer, cross-bolt safety with retention device, spring-loaded auto-retracting firing pins) and are CNC-machined entirely from stainless steel rather than zinc alloys used by some competitors. The portfolio spans more than 20 active SKUs across multiple series: Snake Slayer, Ranger, Backup, Mini, Cowboy Defender, Texas Defender, Honey B, Stubby, Stinger, Cyclops single-barrel big-bore line, Bullpup 9 semi-automatic pistol, and a forthcoming LVRB lever-action rifle, plus commemorative editions such as the DT47 and America 250th. Bond Arms holds three granted US patents covering the barrel, safety, and hammer systems, and has won the Single Action Shooting Society (SASS) World Champion Derringer category eight consecutive times.

Bond Arms operates a dealer-channel-only model for firearms — all sales flow through a network of authorized US dealers (locator on bondarms.com via zip code), authorized domestic distributors including Davidson's, and authorized international exporters. Firearms require a licensed gun dealer and a NICS background check; the company is unable to ship directly to consumers in restricted jurisdictions including California, Chicago, Detroit, New York City, Washington D.C., Massachusetts, Maryland, New York, and New Jersey. Accessories — interchangeable barrels ($139-$189), premium grip panels ($40-$250), holsters, and a co-branded Bond Arms x Buck Knives folding knife ($60) — are sold direct through the Bond Arms online store. Pricing on firearms spans roughly $320 (Honey B entry-level) to $699 (Cyclops big-bore and Bullpup 9), with most models clustered at $349-$649 MSRP.

The company targets a horizontal segmentation of end users: concealed-carry and self-defense buyers (the largest segment, mirroring the broader civilian gun market where self-defense is cited by over 65% of owners as primary motivation), cowboy action shooting competitors and SASS members, law enforcement officers seeking compact backup or off-duty weapons, and outdoor enthusiasts using .410 shotshell configurations for snake and varmint control. Sales and marketing emphasizes SHOT Show presence, the bondarms.com dealer locator and reviews/news hub, social media (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube), customer testimonials, email newsletter capture, and seasonal rebate promotions. The owner-operator Gordon Bond continues to drive product strategy and was on stage presenting new SKUs at SHOT Show 2025 during the company's 30th anniversary.

Name

Bond Arms

Legal name

Bond Arms, Inc.

Website

https://bondarms.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Bond Arms is a Granbury, Texas-based designer and manufacturer of stainless-steel double-barrel derringer pistols with a patented interchangeable barrel system, selling exclusively through licensed dealers, distributors, and authorized exporters for personal defense, concealed carry, cowboy action shooting, and outdoor protection use cases.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Compact Derringer Handguns

NAICS

Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing (332994)

SIC

Ordnance & Accessories, (No Vehicles/Guided Missiles) (3480)

akta.pro primary industry

Firearms & Ammunition Retail (CRAMAKAA)

Keywords

• Double barrel derringers
• Stainless steel handguns
• Interchangeable barrel pistols
• Concealed carry firearms
• Made in usa guns

Headquarters

HQ city

Granbury

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Firearms Sales: One-time sale of stainless steel double-barrel derringer pistols. All models are sold through licensed gun dealers, not direct to consumers. Firearms are subject to NICS background check requirements.
2. Accessory Barrels: Interchangeable barrel sets in various calibers (.22 LR, .38 Special, .357 Magnum, .45 Colt, .410 shotshell, 9mm, .40 S&W, 10mm, etc.) sold as add-on accessories for existing frames. Barrel prices range from $139-$189.
3. Grips and Holsters: Replacement grip panels in various materials (rosewood, black ash, stag, buffalo horn, giraffe bone) and holster options (IWB, pocket, driving holster, shoulder rig) sold through online store.
4. Knife Collaboration: Bond Arms Buck Knife collaboration featuring flip-out folder knives based on Buck's Vantage model with Bond logo, sold through Bond Arms online store.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Bond Arms designs and manufactures double-barrel over-under stainless steel derringer pistols featuring a patented interchangeable barrel system that allows a single frame to accept multiple barrel lengths and calibers (including .45 Colt, .410 shotshell, .357 Magnum, 9mm, and .22 LR). The portfolio spans multiple derringer series (Snake Slayer, Ranger, Backup, Cyclops, Stinger, Mini, Honey B, Rowdy XL, and commemorative/patriotic editions) plus the Bullpup 9mm pistol, with supporting accessories (interchangeable barrels, leather holsters, premium grips) and a collaborative Buck Knives folding knife line. Firearms are sold exclusively through authorized dealers with NICS background checks; accessories are sold directly through the Bond Arms online store.

Product overview

Bond Arms is a Texas-based firearms manufacturer (incorporated 1995, originally Texas Armory) specializing in double-barrel over-under derringer pistols. The company's core product line centers on the Bond Arms Derringer platform featuring patented interchangeable barrel technology — one frame accepts 16+ barrel options across 22 calibers including .45 Colt, .410 shotshell, .357 Magnum, 9mm, .45 ACP, and .22 LR. Product portfolio spans multiple derringer series: Snake Slayer (4.25-inch barrel), Snake Slayer IV (original 3.5-inch), Texas Defender, Ranger/Ranger II (4.25-inch with star inlays), Backup (compact with improved trigger), Mini/Bond Girl Mini (smallest 2.5-inch), Cowboy Defender, Century 2000, Roughneck, Stubby (ultra-compact rimfire), Honey B (entry-level), Cyclops (single-barrel big bore in .45-70/.50 AE), Rowdy XL (enhanced with B6 grips), and specialty editions (DT47, Patriot, Texas Ranger commemorative). The company also produces the Bullpup 9mm semi-automatic pistol and collaborates with Buck Knives on folding knives. Accessories include interchangeable barrels, leather holsters (BAD driving holster, IWB, pocket), and premium grip panels in exotic woods and synthetic materials.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Snake Slayer IV Derringer Original Snake Slayer derringer with 4.25-inch barrel chambered in .45 Colt/.410 shotshell and extended rosewood grip panels for improved recoil control and accuracy with 3-inch shells. Targeted at snake/varmint defense and concealed carry.
• Snake Slayer Derringer Concealable .410 shotshell/.45 Colt derringer with a 3.5-inch barrel and larger grip for enhanced control, designed for compact carry and snake/varmint defense.
• Texas Defender Derringer Derringer with a trigger guard for improved control when shooting larger calibers, chambered in .45 Long Colt and .410 shotshell with 3-inch barrel capability. Aimed at concealed carry buyers wanting the trigger-guard configuration.
• Ranger II Derringer Derringer with a 4.25-inch barrel and 3-inch chambers for .410 bore shotshells and .45 Colt, smooth black-wood-laminated grip with Texas or Lawman star inlays, includes cross-draw holster. Designed for collectors, cowboy action shooting, and personal defense.
• Ranger Derringer Extended-barrel derringer with 4.25-inch barrels for improved shotshell patterns and recoil management; accepts all 14 interchangeable Bond Arms barrel options across 12 calibers.
• Backup Derringer Compact mini derringer with a redesigned trigger and hammer delivering a 4 lb 2 oz trigger pull, available in .45 ACP and 9mm with 2.5-inch barrels, removable trigger guard, and slim profile grip panels. Aimed at concealed carry and law enforcement backup use.
• Century 2000 Derringer Compact-frame derringer designed to handle 3-inch or shorter .410 shotshells and .45 Colt, intended for personal defense and field use.
• Cowboy Defender Derringer Compact derringer with a cowboy-style frame without a trigger guard, designed for Cowboy Action Shooting competition and most concealed carry applications.
• Mini Derringer Series Smallest big-bore derringer series with cowboy-style frames and 2.5-inch barrels. Includes the .45 Colt Mini and the Bond Girl Mini variant (.38 Spl/.357 Mag with pink synthetic pearl grip). Designed for pocketable concealed carry.
• USA Defender Derringer Derringer chambered in .45 Colt/.410 shotshell with a 3-inch barrel and removable trigger guard, with engraved extended rosewood grip bearing an American flag motif. Targeted at collectors and personal defense buyers.
• Cyclops Series Derringers Big-bore single-barrel derringer line featuring solid-steel weight to manage recoil and proprietary B6 polymer extended grips. Available in .44 Magnum, .45-70 Government, and .50 AE ('Thumper') variants including 2025 satin and 'Merica' versions. Targeted at big-bore defensive buyers and collectors. MSRP $699.
• Rowdy XL Derringer Enhanced derringer with a 3.5-inch barrel, B6 resin grips with smooth backstrap, stainless steel construction, automatic spent casing extractor, and rebounding hammer. Weighs 22 ounces and measures 6 inches long. Aimed at everyday carry and self-defense buyers. MSRP $349.
• Roughneck Derringer Series Rough-finish derringer series offering distinctive appearance and durable construction for buyers who prefer a non-polished aesthetic. Includes the Bond Arms Girl Roughneck variant.
• Stubby Derringer Ultra-compact rimfire derringer weighing 13.6 ounces and measuring 4.25 inches in length, available in .22 LR, .380 ACP, and 9mm. Designed for the most pocketable concealed carry configurations.
• Honey B Derringer Entry-level derringer with matte bead-blasted frame, full-size grip frame, and front sight. Accepts interchangeable barrel sets in .22 LR, .380 ACP, .38 Special, and 9mm. Designed as the most affordable Bond Arms handgun. MSRP $320.
• Stinger Series Derringers Compact derringer series including the Stinger RS, Stinger 22LR, Stinger 'Fireball', and Bond Arms Girl Stinger variant, all designed for close-range defense and pocketable carry.
• Bullpup 9 Pistol 9mm semi-automatic pistol in a bullpup configuration, built with fully stainless steel construction. Extends the Bond Arms lineup beyond derringers for customers seeking a compact semi-auto pistol.
• Grizzly Derringer Large-frame derringer chambered in powerful calibers for serious defensive applications, positioned as Bond Arms' heavy-duty defensive model.
• Patriot Derringer Patriotic-themed derringer model in the Bond Arms lineup, alongside other commemorative/flag-engraved editions.
• DT47 Trump Commemorative Derringer Limited-quantity commemorative edition featuring elaborate engraving on the slab sides, chambered in .45 Long Colt or .410 bore with a 4.25-inch barrel and extended grip. Sold as a collector's/political commemorative firearm at MSRP $645.
• America 250th Commemorative Derringer 2025 commemorative derringer celebrating the America 250th anniversary, available in standard and Black Cerakote versions. Designed as a patriotic collector's edition.
• The First Lady Derringer 2025 new derringer model in the Bond Arms lineup, launched alongside other commemorative editions.
• Dead Man's Hand Derringer 2025 new derringer model in the Bond Arms lineup themed around the Dead Man's Hand motif.
• Rowdy XL Flag Package 2025 special package pairing a Rowdy XL derringer with flag-engraved barrel, rough finish, extended B6 grip, and a black leather driving holster. MSRP $497.
• Stubby B6 Derringer 2025 new Stubby variant in the Bond Arms lineup, configured with B6 ergonomic grip materials for ultra-compact carry.
• Accessory Barrels Interchangeable barrel sets for Bond Arms derringers, available in 16+ barrel options across 22 cartridge calibers including .45 Colt/.410, .357/.38 Special, 9mm, .45 ACP, .40 S&W, 10mm, and .22 LR. Barrel lengths range from 2.5 to 4.25 inches. Pricing $139-$189 depending on caliber.
• Holsters Complete line of leather holsters including the BAD (Bond Arms Driving) cross-draw holster, BAJ IWB holster with metal belt clip, BMTC lined Cowboy holster, BAP pocket holster, and shoulder rigs. Sizes available for various barrel lengths.
• Custom Grip Panels Replacement grip panels in rosewood, black ash, buffalo horn, stag, giraffe bone, and B6/BT8 resin materials. Available in standard two-finger, extended three-finger, and jumbo sizes, priced $40-$250 depending on material.
• Bond Arms Buck Folding Knife Collaboration folding knife with Buck Knives, based on Buck's Vantage model. 3.25-inch 13C26 Swedish Sandvik stainless steel blade, rosewood or black ash scales, flipper opening system, and liner lock. Bond Arms logo embossing. MSRP $60.

Quantifiable outcome

• Won SASS World Champion Derringer category 8 consecutive times
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Buck KnivesminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerBond Arms partnered with Buck Knives to create a line of flip-out folder knives based on Buck's Vantage model. The Bond knives feature 3.25" 13C26 Swedish Sandvik stainless steel blades, rosewood or black ash scales, and Bond Arms logo embossing. Retails for $60 through Bond Arms online store.
• Davidson'scoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDavidson's, a major firearms distributor, added Bond Arms to their product line, making Bond derringers more widely available through their distribution network.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• American Derringer: American Derringer is the closest direct competitor to Bond Arms: a small Texas-based manufacturer of over/under derringers and mini-pistols, serving concealed-carry, cowboy-action, and collector markets with a comparable stainless-steel derringer catalog.
• Charter Arms: Charter Arms manufactures compact revolvers and derringer-style pistols (e.g., Southpaw, Century), targeting the same concealable, close-range defensive use case as Bond Arms and competing directly for the same concealed-carry and backup-gun customer.
• North American Arms: North American Arms specializes in mini-revolvers and ultra-compact defensive handguns, overlapping directly with Bond Arms' niche in small, concealable, close-range personal-protection firearms for backup and pocket carry.
• Phoenix Arms: Phoenix Arms produces derringer-style HP25 and Raven pistols in .25 ACP and .22 LR, directly competing with Bond Arms' entry-level derringers (Stubby, Honey B, Stinger) in the affordable concealable-pistol segment.
• Magnum Research (Desert Eagle / Micro Desert Eagle): Magnum Research manufactures the Micro Desert Eagle single-shot derringer/compact pistol line, directly comparable to Bond Arms' derringer platform in both format and big-bore defensive positioning.

Emerging players

• Kel-Tec: Kel-Tec is a small, innovative U.S. firearms manufacturer producing compact pistols (P-11, P-32, P-3AT) and PCCs that compete with Bond Arms in the concealed-carry niche, sharing the small U.S. manufacturer profile and dealer-distributed model.

Broad incumbents

• Henry Repeating Arms: Henry Repeating Arms is a mid-sized U.S. lever-action rifle maker sharing Bond Arms' Made-in-USA heritage, cowboy-action shooting community footprint, and upcoming LVRB lever-action product overlap.
• Ruger: Ruger is a major U.S. firearms manufacturer offering broad handgun, rifle, and revolver lines that compete at the larger end of Bond Arms' customer base (LCP, LCR, Wrangler) and shape the competitive dealer-shelf economics Bond Arms operates within.
• Smith & Wesson: Smith & Wesson is a dominant U.S. firearms incumbent whose compact handguns (Bodyguard, M&P Shield) compete with Bond Arms for the same concealed-carry buyer while also influencing the regulatory and channel environment Bond Arms operates in.
• Sig Sauer: Sig Sauer is a leading U.S./European firearms manufacturer with strong concealed-carry (P365, P238) and rifle lines that compete with Bond Arms for end-customer concealed-carry dollars and dealer attention in the same distribution channels.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/BondArms
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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

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