The Bond Arms XLV is a .45 ACP derringer with a 4.25-inch flat-sided barrel and 2-round capacity. It has a stainless steel construction and is part of the Rough Series with a B6 grip. The single-action operation and stainless finish are consistent across all vendor listings. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Bond Arms 
• Model: XLV 
• Caliber: .45 ACP 
• Action: Single Action 
• Capacity: 2-round 
• Barrel Length: 4.25 in 
• Color/Finish: Stainless 
   

Detailed Features 

• 4.25-inch flat-sided barrel 
• Stainless steel construction with stainless/silver finish 
• B6 grip 
• 2-round capacity in a derringer configuration 
• Part of the Bond Arms Rough Series

Owners of the Bond Arms XLV appreciate the quality of the stainless finish and the solid heft of the frame for a two-shot platform. The 4.25-inch barrel is longer than most Bond Arms models, and owners who carry it cite the extra sight radius. Most report the .45 ACP recoil is manageable given the weight of the stainless construction.

The 2-round capacity divides opinions. Regular carriers value it as a dedicated backup piece, while others find the limitation impractical for anything beyond point-blank range. The B6 grip gets mixed feedback, with some preferring extended grips for better control during the follow-up shot.

The Bond Arms platform is known for easy barrel swaps, and many XLV owners pick up additional caliber barrels for the same frame. The single-action trigger is generally praised for its clean pull, though some find the manual of arms less intuitive than a traditional revolver under stress.