Bond Arms Snake Slayer IV .45 Colt/.410 Derringer, 4.25" Stainless Barrel, Extended Rosewood Grips
The Bond Arms Snake Slayer IV pairs a 4.25" barrel and 3" chamber with rugged stainless-steel construction and extended rosewood grips. Chambered for .45 Colt and .410, this USA-made derringer includes Bond Arms' interchangeable barrel system and fixed, integral sights. It is a compact, stainless, two-shot platform with the distinctive SSIV frame stamp.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Fair - Generally clean, some residue or smudges, slight corrosion.
Bore Fouling: Moderate Fouling - Lead or copper fouling with noticeable buildup.
Bore Rifling: Fair Rifling - Worn rifling, slight loss of definition.
Specific Condition Notes: The bore shows heavy wear throughout from prior use, with evident smoothing in the rifling.
What's Included
- Bond Arms leather holster
This Snake Slayer IV features a 4.25" stainless-steel barrel cut for both .45 Colt and .410, with a 3" chamber to accommodate longer .410 shells. The fixed sights are integral to the barrel rib, with an integral front blade and rear notch for a simple, durable sight picture.
The frame and barrel are stainless steel with a matching stainless finish, delivering a robust build suited to the high-pressure .410/.45 Colt pairing. The exposed spur hammer operates a single-action, break-action mechanism for straightforward loading and firing.
Safety features include a cross-bolt safety and a rebounding/locking hammer system. Capacity is two rounds. Controls are minimal and purpose-built, aligning with the derringer's compact profile.
Ergonomics are enhanced by extended rosewood grips with snakeskin-style checkering and laser-engraved Snake Slayer/Bond Arms emblems. Overall length is approximately 6.25 inches, height about 4.31 inches, and weight around 23.5 oz, classified as a micro-size platform.
This model carries the SSIV stamp on the frame and is compatible with Bond Arms' interchangeable barrel system for caliber and length flexibility within the Bond Arms derringer lineup. It is made in the USA and identified by MPN BASSIV.