The Bond Arms Rawhide is a break-action derringer chambered in .38 Special/.357 Magnum with a 2.5-inch barrel. It holds 2 rounds, weighs 1.54 lbs, and measures 4.5 inches overall. The finish is matte gray stainless steel with a black rubber grip. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Bond Arms 
• Model Name: Rawhide 
• Action: Break Open 
• Caliber: .38 Special / .357 Magnum 
• Barrel Length: 2.5 inches 
• Capacity: 2 rounds 
• Overall Length (OAL): 4.5 inches 
• Weight: 1.54 lbs 
• Grip Material: Black Rubber 
• Finish: Matte Gray Stainless Steel 
• Safety Mechanism: Crossbolt Safety 
   

Features 

The break-open action loads and unloads quickly. An automatic spent casing extractor ejects brass when you open the action. Retracting firing pins and a rebounding hammer reduce the risk of accidental discharge if the gun is dropped. The crossbolt safety is straightforward to operate. The .38 Special/.357 Magnum chambering gives you flexibility in load selection; .38 Special keeps recoil manageable, while .357 Magnum loads are available for maximum terminal performance from the short barrel. 
 

Usage 

The Rawhide is a backup gun or pocket carry option. Two-round capacity is the defining limitation. The Rawhide is not a primary defensive pistol in most scenarios, but works as a deep-concealment or last-resort option. The rubber grip absorbs some of the .357 Magnum recoil from such a light package, though full-power .357 loads are still sharp. At 4.5 inches overall it is genuinely pocketable.

The Bond Arms Rawhide draws attention from buyers looking for a compact backup gun or pocket carry derringer. The stainless construction and break-action simplicity are consistently cited as positives. It is mechanically straightforward and the matte stainless resists corrosion well.

The 2-round capacity is the most-discussed limitation. Most owners acknowledge it openly and accept it as the inherent tradeoff of the derringer format for deep concealment. Recoil with .357 Magnum loads is described as sharp in a 1.54 lb pistol, and some owners stick to .38 Special for practice and carry. Sights are adequate for contact-distance defensive use but limited at longer ranges, which is consistent with the intended use case.

Build quality feedback is generally positive. The Rawhide feels solid and Bond Arms' workmanship is respected. Price is considered fair by most owners given the stainless construction and Bond Arms reputation.