(A) SILVER MOUNTED SCHNEIDER & CO. MEMPHIS TENNESSEE PERCUSSION DERRINGER.

Manufactured circa 1850s, likely by F.J. Bitterlich of Nashville Tennessee. Barrel is marked with the "SCHNEIDER & Co. / MEMPHIS TENN." address and serial number "97". Pistol is also numbered "2" on the tang, indicating one of a pair. Fitted with silver post front sight and v-notch rear. Standard back action percussion lock. Checkered walnut stocks are of classic Southern form with square butt and spur trigger. Mounts are also silver. CONDITION: Very good overall. Barrel and lock have faded to a pleasant plum/silver patina. Silver has likewise mellowed with age, Stocks retain the majority of their original finish with some moderate wear and light marks. Fine mechanics. Bore show wear but retain defined rifling.

Name

Value

Barrel Length

2 - 1/2"

Caliber/Bore

.40 Rifled

FFL Status

Antique

Manufacturer

Schneider & Co.

Model

Derringer