Derringers at dawn

[Boomer]

I wonder how many members carry a derringer either regularly or occasionally?

I carry a American Arms derringer in 9mm. It started as just a hot weather piece when I was wearing shorts & a t-shirt but now I carry it all the time as a backup.

Its not a size thing. At 6' 4" & 270lbs I can (and have) conceal a full size UZI.

So if you carry a derringer dont be bashful, lets hear about it!

Even better, a little gun porn will be appreciated! :biggrin:

Here are my "lite" carry guns.

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[Glockster20]

Sweet!! Nice collection!

I'm not a big derringer fan but fancy the idea of having one. If I get one it will be a Bond Arms with a trigger guard in .410/.45 Colt. The "Snake Slayer"

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I am also eyeing the "Judge" from Taurus. A friend of mine who happens to be a state trooper has one and loves it. It's not his duty weapon though. He carries it for personal defense when he is not working. For work, it's a Glock 22 in .40 S&W (Golden Sabres) which he also loves.

 

[kb8uvm]

My summer carry is either this Cobra Derringer (9mm) in a pocket holster
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or this light weight Kel-Tec (9mm) on the hip
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[HK4U]

I had one years ago but not in a long time. It was a 38 special.

 

[THE DUKE OF ESSEX]

9MM COBRA Derringer long bore, I carry it all the time. I have both barrels for it, short and long. The black barrel is a stock photo of what it looked like when I got it.:biggrin:

 

[jtg452]

I've used a .32ACP Davis (now Cobra) derringer for concealed carry on occasion for about 15-20 years now. It goes in the front pocket in a custom pocket holster I had made by a local shoe shop owner back when I first got it. I chose the .32 because it is built on a smaller frame than the 38 and 9mm, so it hides better.

I only use it when I can't carry anything larger because it ain't much but it DOES beat having nothing at all.

 

[theicemanmpls]

Every gun safe should have at least one.

 

[Fondis Firearms]

I just bought a High Standard derringer in .22 wmr. After doing some research I decided it was important for safety reasons to get a double action, and I like the reputation of the High Standards. This will be a BUG for me, but there are times that this or a purse gun are all I can carry, and this should be easier to draw.:triniti:

 

[Fondis Firearms]

kb8uvm, I like that holster you have on your Cobra. What is it?

 

[kb8uvm]

Fondis Firearms ,

I couldn't find a holster that I liked for the Cobra so I made a couple holsters myself.

Here's a pic of the holster I use for the Cobra when I'm driving (cross draw), it works out pretty good when I'm on the motorcycle.
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[Fondis Firearms]

Fondis Firearms ,

I couldn't find a holster that I liked for the Cobra so I made a couple holsters myself.

Here's a pic of the holster I use for the Cobra when I'm driving (cross draw), it works out pretty good when I'm on the motorcycle.

Thanks kb8uvm! I may end up making something too. :fie:

 

[hiwall]

I sometimes carry a .38 or a .41 derringer. You just about have to "press flesh" to hit someone with these but still better than nothing.

 

[DougG]

I carry a Cobra 9mm in a uncle mikes pocket holster all the time. I also cary on my belt reload for it that include rat shot for snakes and defence loads.

 

[Boomer]

You just about have to "press flesh" to hit someone with these

Not true, at least not with mine.

At 10yds on a B27 target I can do as well with my Derringer as I can my PPK (put almost every round in the 10 ring).
Not sure if I got lucky or what but I shoot my Derringer every week & the only negative I have to say about it is it kicks so dern much! 10rds of 147gr will leave my hand certifiably hurting!

 

[FifteenCents]

I carry a Bond Arms C2K 45/410 with a .45 in the top barrel and a .410 in the lower.

I also have a pocket holster made by uncle mikes size "0: for shorts and use the "watch" pocket when I wear Jeans.

 

[FifteenCents]

I sometimes carry a .38 or a .41 derringer. You just about have to "press flesh" to hit someone with these but still better than nothing.

True, derringers are not the most accurate of firearms, that is why I load it with .410 '00' buckshot

 

[twogunwilly]

NAA mini revolver 22 mag

 

[JT]

Bond Arms Ranger

Picked up one last gun show and I am VERY impressed with this weapon! Ive found it very easy to conceal and it packs an awesome " one two punch". A must for any size collection!leasantry:

 

[kb8uvm]

Another holster

I made another holster for my derringer about a month ago. I really like how this holster came out and it carries great for those times when I need to carry it.
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[Fondis Firearms]

kb8uvm,
I would worry that your new holster does not guard the trigger or the hammer. All it does is hold the gun, with no safety from accidental discharge.:fie:
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