Bond Arms Cyclops Derringer – .45‑70 Govt, 4.25″ Barrel, 1‑Shot

Pocket-Sized Hand Cannon – Rugged, Iconic, Single-Shot Power

The Bond Arms Cyclops is a dramatic departure from the company’s traditional double-barrel derringers. Chambered in .45‑70 Government, this single-shot, Stainless Steel Rough Series derringer packs rifle-level power into a compact frame—making it a standout for collectors and daring shooters alike.

Specifications:

Caliber: .45‑70 Government (also available in .44 Mag, .454 Casull, .50 AE)
Barrel: 4.25″ Stainless Steel (Rough Series)
Capacity: 1 Round (single-shot)
Action: Single-action, break-open derringer
Grip Material: Bond Arms proprietary B6 resin, extended size
Frame: Stainless steel Rough Series
Sights: Fixed front and rear
Trigger Pull: ~7 lb factory, measured ~5.5 lb
Weight: ≈28 oz unloaded (≈29.2 oz loaded)
Dimensions: Overall length ~6.75″, height ~4.4″

Key Features:

Beefed-up single-shot barrel offers a lower bore axis and added mass to help tame recoil
Rugged B6 resin grips withstand powerful recoil better than wood options
Break-open frame closure is “vault-tight” and built to high Bond Arms standards
Unique engravings replicate the .45‑70 cartridge profile and Cyclops face on the muzzle