New for 2026: Bond Arms Snake Slayer

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posted on March 16, 2026
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LEDE Snake Slayer

The Bond Arms Snake Slayer has earned its reputation as one of the most trusted and versatile defensive firearms for outdoor use, favored my backpackers and other outdoorsman looking for lightweight snake defense. Compact and powerful, the Snake Slayer is available chambered in .357 Magnum/.38 Special, as well as a dual-caliber option accommodating both .45 Colt and .410 shotshells. Built for adaptability, the platform allows users to easily swap barrels, with additional caliber options available from Bond Arms, including .22 caliber. Every Snake Slayer it built to Bond Arms' safety and durability standards, including a cross-bolt safety, retracting firing pins, a full trigger guard and a spring-loaded cammed locking lever.

Bond Arms Snake Slayer

Constructed entirely of stainless steel, the Snake Slayer delivers rugged performance in harsh environments while maintaining a clean, classic aesthetic. A patented rebounding and locking hammer automatically returns to a safe position after firing, while the extended rosewood grip etched with the Snake Slayer emblem and finished with snakeskin-style checkering.

The 3.5-inch barrel is equipped with a front blade and fixed rear sights and accommodates 2.5- to 3-inch shells, depending on caliber. With an overall length of 5.5 inches and a weight of 22 ounces, the Snake Slayer balances portability with formidable stopping power.

For more information, visit bondarms.com.

Specifications:

  • Model: BASS
  • Caliber: .357 Mag / .38 Spl, .45 LC / .410
  • Ammo Capacity: 2
  • Barrel Length: 3.5"
  • Overall Length: 5.5"
  • Height: 4.31"
  • Weight: 22 ozs.
  • MSRP: $603.00

Features:

  • Action: Single Action
  • Frame Type: Hand Cannon
  • Frame Material: Stainless Steel
  • Finish: Satin
  • Grip Material: Rosewood
  • Grip Size: Extended
  • Trigger Guard: Yes
  • Sights: Front Blade, Fixed Rear

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