July Smith Posted August 2, 2023 Share Posted August 2, 2023 Been sort of in the market for a derringer for side match competitions. I know the Bond Arms is a quality gun but I don't care for stainless guns in general and the cross bolt safety is fugly and unneeded for this sport, they also seem really big for what a derringer is supposed to be. I see the Uberti Maverick Derringers come up occasionally on gunbroker. I like the more original look they offer and was wondering how they compare to the Bond Arms in both size and quality. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griff Posted August 2, 2023 Share Posted August 2, 2023 As I recall, they're slightly larger than a deck of playing cards... about the same as my Great Western. Came in .357 & 45 Colt with either blued or CCH frames. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original Lumpy Gritz Posted August 2, 2023 Share Posted August 2, 2023 Bond! 100% USA made. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larsen E. Pettifogger, SASS #32933 Posted August 2, 2023 Share Posted August 2, 2023 Spent years looking for one. Finally found one new in the box. Shot it once, someone else wanted it more than I did so I sold it. Stronger than an original Remington but not as strong as a Bond. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Creeker, SASS #43022 Posted August 2, 2023 Share Posted August 2, 2023 I own an American Derringer, "looks" more like the classic Remington than a Bond. While perhaps not as stout as a Bond - the American brand is also American made, strong and quick. I also liked my Bond and plan on purchasing another when the right opportunity arises. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
July Smith Posted August 2, 2023 Author Share Posted August 2, 2023 2 hours ago, Griff said: As I recall, they're slightly larger than a deck of playing cards... about the same as my Great Western. Came in .357 & 45 Colt with either blued or CCH frames. Had not heard of Great Western derringers before. That aesthetically looks way better than the Bond or Uberti. How is the quality of the Great Western? Also is that truly a 38 S&W caliber or is it 38 Special? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H. K. Uriah, SASS #74619 Posted August 2, 2023 Share Posted August 2, 2023 2 hours ago, Griff said: As I recall, they're slightly larger than a deck of playing cards... about the same as my Great Western. Came in .357 & 45 Colt with either blued or CCH frames. Dang it! Every time this picture winds up appearing, I get jealous! I greatly desire a derringer in .38 S&W, and finding one is exceedingly difficult. Too add insult to injury, this one by Great Western is over 50 years old, so it's C&R, but every time I ask, Griff says it's not for sale. But let that go... This is my derringer. An RG17. The safety is an annoyance, but I've learned to ignore it. It's a .38 Special, surprisingly accurate, and not a bad little gun. Seems to very similar to the original Remingtons. They are also not that easy to find these days, but I'd not hesitate to recommend it as being a decent little pistol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griff Posted August 2, 2023 Share Posted August 2, 2023 1 hour ago, July Smith said: Had not heard of Great Western derringers before. That aesthetically looks way better than the Bond or Uberti. How is the quality of the Great Western? Also is that truly a 38 S&W caliber or is it 38 Special? It is a 38S&W. Nothing special about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griff Posted August 2, 2023 Share Posted August 2, 2023 1 hour ago, H. K. Uriah, SASS #74619 said: Dang it! Every time this picture winds up appearing, I get jealous! I greatly desire a derringer in .38 S&W, and finding one is exceedingly difficult. Too add insult to injury, this one by Great Western is over 50 years old, so it's C&R, but every time I ask, Griff says it's not for sale. It was a gift to me... Can't rightly just up and sell a gift! (Or give 'em away)! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H. K. Uriah, SASS #74619 Posted August 2, 2023 Share Posted August 2, 2023 1 hour ago, Griff said: It was a gift to me... Can't rightly just up and sell a gift! (Or give 'em away)! Oh, of course not! I'm just saying I wish I had one just like it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackwater 53393 Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 I really LIKE my M1 American Derringer! It IS stainless, but it’s very similar to the old Remington derringers and it’s anvil tough. It’s been used on several occasions for a stage starter, shooting two shots per participant for multiple posses! I have won a couple of derringer side matches with it AND it’s been my “don’t ask, don’t tell” hideaway in many a rough bar where I was performing with my band! EDIT: Oh Yeah! It’s.45 Colt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckshot Bear Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 I've got a Bond Arms Snake Slayer....man oh man is the trigger HEAVY !!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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