Panzerschwein
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Hi everyone! Gettin' tore up tonight for New Years? Make sure to get a ride.
Now back on topic, I want a derringer chambered in .38 special. And no, I don't want a Bond Arms derringer. Why? The Bond Arms guns in .38 weigh 20 ounces and are HUGE... somehow, they are LARGER AND HEAVIER than a S&W Model 60 J-frame.
There aren't many choices in Derringers out there, but I am aware of the Cobra derringers. They make one in my caliber that weighs 14 oz and is smaller than a J-frame. That's more like it. I would want to get the 2" version with chrome finish and rosewood grips:
It love the looks of this gun. But, I know about these guns.
I know they aren't the best.
But just how bad are they? I know the trigger needs to be pulled in a downward motion, but that it's still a heavy trigger. Not a big deal to me. I have just always wanted a derringer as a fun range toy and well... just to have one. If it isn't very accurate that's no concern. I could possibly see this as being a deep concealed backup or car gun.
So again, how bad are these guns? I have the opportunity to buy one new in box for just over $100. Even if it turn out to be a dud, I'll sell the thing for whatever price I can get and won't be out much at all.
I just have always wanted a derringer, and not a lead brick like the better quality Bond Arms guns. They are very cool looking and I love the mystique and history. I know these guns aren't exactly of the highest quality, but for the occasional range toy and just as a novelty, I'd like one.
So, preferably from those with 1st hand experience with these, what do you think?
Should I get one?
Now back on topic, I want a derringer chambered in .38 special. And no, I don't want a Bond Arms derringer. Why? The Bond Arms guns in .38 weigh 20 ounces and are HUGE... somehow, they are LARGER AND HEAVIER than a S&W Model 60 J-frame.
There aren't many choices in Derringers out there, but I am aware of the Cobra derringers. They make one in my caliber that weighs 14 oz and is smaller than a J-frame. That's more like it. I would want to get the 2" version with chrome finish and rosewood grips:

It love the looks of this gun. But, I know about these guns.
I know they aren't the best.
But just how bad are they? I know the trigger needs to be pulled in a downward motion, but that it's still a heavy trigger. Not a big deal to me. I have just always wanted a derringer as a fun range toy and well... just to have one. If it isn't very accurate that's no concern. I could possibly see this as being a deep concealed backup or car gun.
So again, how bad are these guns? I have the opportunity to buy one new in box for just over $100. Even if it turn out to be a dud, I'll sell the thing for whatever price I can get and won't be out much at all.
I just have always wanted a derringer, and not a lead brick like the better quality Bond Arms guns. They are very cool looking and I love the mystique and history. I know these guns aren't exactly of the highest quality, but for the occasional range toy and just as a novelty, I'd like one.
So, preferably from those with 1st hand experience with these, what do you think?
Should I get one?