The short answer

The Bond Arms Cowboy Defender Gen 1 .357/.38 Stainless Derringer and the Bond Arms Stinger RS 9mm Derringer - Compact Matte Stainless Defender are both derringers. The Bond Arms Stinger RS 9mm Derringer - Compact Matte Stainless Defender is the more affordable option, starting at $258.62 versus $440.99. On the spec sheet, the Bond Arms Stinger RS 9mm Derringer - Compact Matte Stainless Defender is lighter (12 oz vs 19 oz).

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the Bond Arms Cowboy Defender Gen 1 .357/.38 Stainless Derringer and the Bond Arms Stinger RS 9mm Derringer - Compact Matte Stainless Defender?

They differ mainly in caliber (.357 Magnum vs 9mm), model (Cowboy Defender vs Stinger), overall length (5" vs 4.5") and weight (19 oz vs 12 oz).

Which is cheaper, the Bond Arms Cowboy Defender Gen 1 .357/.38 Stainless Derringer or the Bond Arms Stinger RS 9mm Derringer - Compact Matte Stainless Defender?

The Bond Arms Stinger RS 9mm Derringer - Compact Matte Stainless Defender is currently the cheaper of the two, with a lowest listed price of $258.62 compared with $440.99 for the Bond Arms Cowboy Defender Gen 1 .357/.38 Stainless Derringer. Dealer prices are live and can change.

Are the Bond Arms Cowboy Defender Gen 1 .357/.38 Stainless Derringer and the Bond Arms Stinger RS 9mm Derringer - Compact Matte Stainless Defender the same caliber?

No. The Bond Arms Cowboy Defender Gen 1 .357/.38 Stainless Derringer is .357 Magnum and the Bond Arms Stinger RS 9mm Derringer - Compact Matte Stainless Defender is 9mm.