The Bond Arms Snake Slayer is a two-shot over-under derringer chambered for .45 Colt and .410 bore, with a 3.5-inch stainless steel barrel. The extended grip compared to earlier Bond Arms models gives more surface area for hand placement than a standard grip configuration. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Barrel Length: 3.5 inches 
• Caliber: .45 Colt / .410 Bore 
• Capacity: 2 rounds 
• Condition: New in Box 
• Finish: Stainless Steel 
• Manufacturer: Bond Arms 
• Manufacturer Part Number: BASS45410FC 
• Model: Snake Slayer 
• Type: Derringer 
• UPC: 855959001772 
   

Features 

The Snake Slayer accepts both .45 Colt cartridges and .410 shotshells in the same barrel set, which is the practical reason most buyers choose Bond Arms derringers. The stainless steel frame and barrel resist corrosion. The automatic spent-casing extractor lifts both cases when you break the action open. A rebounding hammer and cross-bolt safety are the primary safety mechanisms. Retracting firing pins allow the hammer to be safely lowered on loaded chambers. 
 

Usage 

Well-suited as a trail gun for snake country, a rural utility sidearm, or a close-range backup piece. The .410 shotshell option is the primary reason for the Snake Slayer name, though .45 Colt is a viable defense load at contact distances. Two-round capacity is a hard limitation to keep in mind for any application. Reloading requires breaking the action, extracting spent brass, and inserting two new rounds manually.

Owners of the Bond Arms Snake Slayer generally like it for exactly what it is: a well-made, two-shot derringer that handles .45 Colt and .410 bore from the same chamber. Build quality is consistently praised. The stainless steel construction feels solid, and the fit and finish are above what most buyers expect from a derringer.

The dual-caliber capability is the main draw and gets positive feedback from rural users and anyone who spends time in snake habitat. The extended grip is appreciated for making the gun more controllable than earlier shorter-grip Bond Arms models.

Recoil is the most common criticism. A small, heavy derringer firing .45 Colt or .410 shell delivers sharp recoil to the hand, and less experienced shooters find it uncomfortable to shoot more than a few rounds at a session. Two-round capacity is acknowledged as a limitation, though most owners who buy this type of firearm understand the trade-off going in. It is not a primary defense firearm for most users, and feedback reflects that expectation.