The short answer

The Bond Arms Cowboy Defender Gen 1 .357/.38 Stainless Derringer and the Bond Arms Ranger II .45/.410 Stainless Derringer - Compact Powerhouse are both derringers. The Bond Arms Cowboy Defender Gen 1 .357/.38 Stainless Derringer is the more affordable option, starting at $440.99 versus $555.99. On the spec sheet, the Bond Arms Cowboy Defender Gen 1 .357/.38 Stainless Derringer is lighter (19 oz vs 23.5 oz).

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the Bond Arms Cowboy Defender Gen 1 .357/.38 Stainless Derringer and the Bond Arms Ranger II .45/.410 Stainless Derringer - Compact Powerhouse?

They differ mainly in caliber (.357 Magnum vs .410 Bore), barrel length (3" vs 4.25"), overall length (5" vs 6.25") and weight (19 oz vs 23.5 oz).

Which is cheaper, the Bond Arms Cowboy Defender Gen 1 .357/.38 Stainless Derringer or the Bond Arms Ranger II .45/.410 Stainless Derringer - Compact Powerhouse?

The Bond Arms Cowboy Defender Gen 1 .357/.38 Stainless Derringer is currently the cheaper of the two, with a lowest listed price of $440.99 compared with $555.99 for the Bond Arms Ranger II .45/.410 Stainless Derringer - Compact Powerhouse. Dealer prices are live and can change.

Are the Bond Arms Cowboy Defender Gen 1 .357/.38 Stainless Derringer and the Bond Arms Ranger II .45/.410 Stainless Derringer - Compact Powerhouse the same caliber?

No. The Bond Arms Cowboy Defender Gen 1 .357/.38 Stainless Derringer is .357 Magnum and the Bond Arms Ranger II .45/.410 Stainless Derringer - Compact Powerhouse is .410 Bore.