Double Tap has expanded the options for the bantam handgun. Up to this point, customers with an interest in the deep concealing two-shot pistols had the option of anodized aluminum or eye-catching—and more expensive—titanium frames. From there, they had the option of ported or non-ported barrels, and the option of 9mm Parabellum or .45 ACP. Conveniently, Double Tap also offers a conversion kit to swap the modular .45 barrels for 9mm, or vice versa.
Recognizing the home and self defense market for larger calibers, Double Tap has now announced that it will be expanding caliber options for their pocket pistol to include .40 S&W, or .45 Colt/ .410 gauge shot (2.5in cartridges). The Double Tap handguns chambered for any of these new options will still be fitted to the Double Tap’s signature ⅝ inch wide, snag-free frame.
What do you think about a 3 inch barreled .410 ga.-ready close quarter defense pistol?
better chance with the .410 than 45 or 9 in my opinion. interesting idea, but not sold yet…better than nothing i suppose
Might make a good backup gun…maybe… but I wouldn’t use it as my first line of defense.
Might make a good backup gun…maybe… but I wouldn’t use it as my first line of defense.
It’s a good backup gun. Or something to carry when your clothes not allow big guns. Any shot of of shotgun shell will make some damage, even in a small package.
Double Tap has been big news here in MO. for a while. I like their guns in that I like all guns. However, for a BUG it might work fine though IMO there are so many compacts with both punch and capacity that I would rather deploy. That said, I want one!
The lowly .410 was all but forgotten. A child’s shotgun.
But with these new revolvers, derringers & double tap, it’s admired again.
I always like the .410, easy to shoot and still puts shot where you want it.
Keeeewl!
Good option for a day pack or a fishing trip, not a primary weapon but like Bond arms have a niche.
If someone finds use for these, great, but for myself, I see them as a novelty. Too few rounds in a package that is too hard to shoot and not significantly smaller then the micro 380c (LCP, P380, etc).
I’ve shot a Bond Arms Derringer in .45LC and it was not pleasant. I couldn’t hit anything much farther then contact distance, and forget that one follow up shot: it ain’t commin’ for a while. I am not recoil sensitive, but it just plain painful after a few shots. I would think this would be even worse.
Still, like the Bond, it would be a cool collectors piece.
hawk60ce I’d be interested in seeing how the little thing handles at the range.
JoeFabeetz I’d be eyeing it up as a BUG, too… or a very deep conceal carry option.
EricKmiecik It is quite small lol
Pro2AGuy Those titanium models sure are “purdy.” ;]
ristin59 The last time I shot .410 was through the S&W Governor… loved it. 😀
treverthere I think it’s a nifty option, in the least.
peter3101 I agree… I imagine it would have some draw for the derringer niche. At least, that’s how it caught my eye :]
drmorris9 I’d definitely like to see how this handles at the range.
I have carried a Davis Derringer in 38 Special as a backup for several years. I load shotshells for it and had to use it on one fishing trip just to get back to the car to dispatch a rattle snake.
FateofDestinee treverthere Yeah, Im not sure what the heck I would do with one but it is still pretty cool! I mean, it’s all like “Im a shot gun and a derringer so f you!” So I’m all like, “cool.” Ya know?
hartcreek Sounds like prudent planning!
treverthere FateofDestinee Haha that’s about where I am. I’d love to take it out to the range and see just how well it works for me.
drmorris9 Practice is everthing and with any small framed hangun you need to be practiced so that shooting is as natural as holding out your hand.
Go into a gunshop and grip a double tap……no thank you and the price no thankyou again for something that uncomfortable.
The DoubleTap Like the Bond Arms (I have both) are generally a backup weapon. Some carry them as a primary . I do at times. These “it’s really a bad day gun” loaded with with .45 or .410 0000 buck shot is not designed for hunting or target shooting. Most gunfights take place within 7 to 10 feet. It’s a really handy weapon to have when your on the ground fighting for your life and you can reach that.
I would look forward to DoubleTap offering a 45 Colt for just that reason. I like the idea of having a mini shotgun close at hand.