Bond Arms BASTB Stubby 9mm 2.2" 2-Round Stainless Derringer

The Bond Arms BASTB Stubby 9mm 2.2" 2-round stainless derringer represents a purpose-built pocket defensive tool for law enforcement, security professionals, and armed civilians seeking deep-cover backup capability. Derringers have served as last-resort defensive platforms for over a century, and this modern iteration delivers genuine stopping power in a profile so compact it remains comfortable in ankle, pocket, or waistband carry for extended duty cycles. The 9mm chambering provides ballistic efficiency superior to older .38 Special derringers, making this platform relevant for contemporary self-defense scenarios.

Constructed from stainless steel throughout, the BASTB features Bond Arms' dual-barrel design with a 2.2-inch barrel length—the Stubby configuration—that maximizes velocity retention while minimizing overall size. The two-round capacity, though limited, is intentional: each round carries the full force of a 9mm cartridge, and the weight distribution of this ultra-compact pistol remains balanced and shootable despite minimal grip real estate. Stainless construction provides corrosion resistance essential for concealed carry, where moisture and sweat exposure is inevitable. The interchangeable barrel design allows field swapping, though the 9mm barrel optimizes modern ammunition availability and ballistic performance.

Law enforcement off-duty personnel, plainclothes detectives, and armed security professionals benefit most from the BASTB's concealability and reliability. Weighing 1.09 pounds and measuring a mere 4.5 inches in length, this derringer disappears into professional or casual dress without printing or compromising accessibility. Compatibility extends to standard 9mm ammunition, ensuring supply chain reliability and cost-effectiveness. Those transitioning from larger service pistols should budget training time on point-shooting technique and trigger control, as the Stubby's small sight radius demands precision. Installation requires no gunsmithing; the BASTB ships ready to carry for Federal Firearms License holders.