First Look: Bond Arms First Lady Pistol

Chambered in .38 Spl. and inspired by an icon.

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posted on June 12, 2025
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Bond Arms First Lady Pistol

Texas based Bond Arms, known for its modern derringer designs, has just announced the launch of the new First Lady derringer, a special-edition firearm that will be made in limited quantities.

Following the launch of the Bond Arms DT47, the over-under model that Bond Arms launched last year to commemorate the second term of President Donald Trump, Bond Arms is now doing something similar with the new First Lady derringer. The right side of the derringer features a laser-engraved profile of First Lady Melania Trump wearing the iconic hat that the nation witnessed back in January 20, 2025 during President Donald Trump’s second inauguration. In addition to the First Lady’s profile, Bond Arms also engraved “First Lady” in cursive script on the top barrel, and “ Class, Strength, Beauty” on the bottom barrel.

The other side of the Bond Arms First Lady derringer includes a laser-engraved American flag draped over both barrels finished in white. This flag contrasts against the First Lady derringer’s Cerakote black finish.

The First Lady is chambered for .38 Spl. and works on the same style of action as other Bond Arms derringers.  Additionally, the First Lady sports Bond Arms’ extended B6 grips for comfort and manageability. This derringer features a 3-inch barrel, a Cerakote finish and a stainless steel Stinger RS frame. The First Lady has a  two cartridge capacity, is single-action with fixed sights and a trigger guard.

Bond Arms First Lady Derringer Specifications:

  • Make: Bond Arms
  • Model: First Lady Derringer
  • Country Of Origin: United States
  • Action: Single action
  • Caliber: .38 Spl.
  • Barrel Length: 3 inches
  • Frame Type: Bond Arms Stinger RS
  • Frame Material: Stainless steel
  • Grip Size: Extended
  • Grip Material: Bond Arms B6 resin
  • Finish: Cerakote black
  • Capacity: 2
  • Sights: Fixed
  • MSRP: $497 

Visit bondarms.com to learn more about the new limited-edition First Lady derringer.

 

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