Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this historic single-shot pistol today for a penny start auction, this is the Colt 3rd Model Derringer!
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SPECIFICATIONS:
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 3rd Model Derringer
Serial: 8
Range of Manufacture: 1872
Caliber: .41 Rimfire
Finish: Nickel/Blue
Barrel Length: 2 1/2"
Optics/Sights: Blade front
Stock/Grips: Genuine Elephant Ivory Grips
Action: Single-Shot
Markings: Standard, "8" marked on grip frame, bottom of barrel, and inside both grip panels.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Although the Colt name is synonymous with revolvers, during the latter part of the 19th century the company produced a trio of .41 rimfire single-shots that set the stage for a popular .22 version years later. The First, Second and Third Model Derringers were Colt’s first cartridge handguns, (notwithstanding cap-and-ball conversions). Production started in 1870 for all three guns and ended in 1912 for the Alexander Thuer-designed Third Model.
The 3rd Model Derringers Manufactured from approximately 1872-1912. There are four variations of the Third Model derringer: The first has a high hammer, a large barrel-swivel bolster, a short curved grip, serial range 1-2199. The second has a high hammer, no barrel-swivel bolster, short curved grip, and serial range 2200-24000. The third has a sloping hammer and short curved grip, numbers 25000 to 27000. The last 3rd Model derringer has a sloping hammer and a long curved grip; Colt then started a new serial number range from 1 to approximately 45000.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Model: 3rd Model Derringer
Serial: 8
Range of Manufacture: 1872
Caliber: .41 Rimfire
Finish: Nickel/Blue
Barrel Length: 2 1/2"
Optics/Sights: Blade front
Stock/Grips: Genuine Elephant Ivory Grips
Action: Single-Shot
Markings: Standard, "8" marked on grip frame, bottom of barrel, and inside both grip panels.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Although the Colt name is synonymous with revolvers, during the latter part of the 19th century the company produced a trio of .41 rimfire single-shots that set the stage for a popular .22 version years later. The First, Second and Third Model Derringers were Colt’s first cartridge handguns, (notwithstanding cap-and-ball conversions). Production started in 1870 for all three guns and ended in 1912 for the Alexander Thuer-designed Third Model.
The 3rd Model Derringers Manufactured from approximately 1872-1912. There are four variations of the Third Model derringer: The first has a high hammer, a large barrel-swivel bolster, a short curved grip, serial range 1-2199. The second has a high hammer, no barrel-swivel bolster, short curved grip, and serial range 2200-24000. The third has a sloping hammer and short curved grip, numbers 25000 to 27000. The last 3rd Model derringer has a sloping hammer and a long curved grip; Colt then started a new serial number range from 1 to approximately 45000.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
