Bond Arms BASTB Stubby 9mm 2rd Shot 2.20" Matte Stainless Steel Frame Black Textured Polymer Grips

The Bond Arms BASTB Stubby 9mm 2-round double-action derringer represents the smallest and flattest centerfire option Bond Arms manufactures, purpose-built as a deep-concealment backup or last-resort defensive firearm. With a 2.20-inch barrel, 4.25-inch overall length, and a profile measuring just 5/16 inch thick, this platform delivers maximum concealability without sacrificing established Bond Arms engineering and reliability standards.

The Stubby weighs only 1.09 pounds, making it negligible for ankle carry, pocket carry, or appendix positions where weight and profile are critical concerns. The matte stainless steel frame resists corrosion during extended carry, while the black textured polymer grip panels provide secure purchase and ergonomic control during presentation. Bond Arms removed the conventional trigger guard on this model to optimize draw speed and tactile access—a design choice reflecting its role as an emergency backup rather than a primary sidearm. The 2-round capacity chambers 9mm cartridges, offering shooters a common, relatively low-recoil platform suitable for split-second accuracy at defensive distances.

This platform serves law enforcement officers, plainclothes investigators, security professionals, and civilians seeking a reliable deep-carry backup that will not print through clothing or compromise movement during duty shifts or daily carry. The Stubby's extreme flatness and minimal weight make it ideal for vehicle operators, administrative personnel, or anyone whose primary firearm is not always accessible. Operators in high-risk environments value Bond Arms derringers for their mechanical simplicity, lack of external safeties to manipulate under stress, and proven track record as lastditch emergency tools.

Backup firearms occupy a specialized niche in the defensive toolkit. While 9mm derringers cannot match the capacity or sustained fire rate of full-size pistols, the Stubby's strengths lie in instant availability, guaranteed carry comfort, and mechanical reliability under neglect. Bond Arms derringers have established a reputation across law enforcement for solving the carry comfort problem that prevents officers from actually deploying a backup gun when needed.