The Bond Arms Snake Slayer is a derringer chambered in .357 Magnum / .38 Special with a stainless steel frame and barrel. At 5.5 inches overall and 22 oz, it fits comfortably in a pocket or holster and offers two rounds of serious centerfire power in a package smaller than most carry guns. 
 

Key Specifications 

• UPC: 855959004445 
• Caliber: .357 Mag / .38 SPL 
• Action: Single Action Only (SAO) 
• Capacity: 2 Rounds 
• Barrel Length: 3.5 inches 
• Weight: 1.3 lbs (22 oz) 
   

Detailed Features 

• Stainless Steel Frame & Barrel: Corrosion-resistant construction suited to carry use. 
   
• Compact Design: 5.5 inches overall; carries easily and conceals well as a backup or trail gun. 
   
• Patented Rebounding Hammer: Prevents accidental discharge during handling. 
   
• Cross-bolt Safety Mechanism: Keeps the firearm secured until intentionally engaged. 
   
• Blade Front/Fixed Rear Sights: Straightforward alignment for close-range work.

The Bond Arms Snake Slayer 357/38 Derringer draws a fairly consistent picture across user discussions, with a few practical caveats.

The compact size and low weight are the most-cited positives -- it disappears in a pocket and is comfortable during extended carry. The dual-caliber capability (.357 Magnum and .38 Special) gives owners flexibility, and most find the recoil manageable with .38 loads, though .357 full-power rounds deliver a noticeably sharp impulse given the gun's weight. Build quality from Bond Arms is consistently praised; the stainless construction feels solid and well-finished.

The distinctive derringer look also generates interest, and some owners enjoy customizing grips and other details.

The two-round capacity is the most common criticism -- compared to any semi-auto in a similar price range, the Snake Slayer asks the owner to accept a meaningful limitation on follow-up shots. The price lands on the high side for a two-shot gun, which divides opinion: some see it as fair given the craftsmanship and niche utility, others consider it hard to justify against higher-capacity alternatives. It works well as a backup or snake-country trail gun; most users stop short of recommending it as a primary self-defense carry piece for that reason.