(A) HENRY DERINGER PEANUT SIZE PERCUSSION DERRINGER

The barrel measures 1 - 1/4", 1 - 13/16" over the breech. It is fitted with a dovetailed German silver blade front sight. Breech is marked "DERINGER / PHILADELA" and starburst "P" proofed between a pair of German silver bands. Foliate engraved back action lock also marked "DERINGER / PHILADELA" Hammer appears to be a period replacement, engraved roughly to match. Classic checkered walnut bird's head stock with engraved German silver mounts. CONDITION: Good. Barrel has a silvery gray patina with some coarse cleaning marks. Action has a mellow gray patina. Stock has scattered impressions and high edge wear as well as split that runs from the back to the action screw escutcheon. Defined bore. Fine mechanics.

Name

Value

Barrel Length

1 - 1/4"

Caliber/Bore

.40 Rifled

FFL Status

Antique

Manufacturer

Henry Deringer

Model

Peanut Derringer