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Matt85 · 36-40, M
that bullet could go anywhere
Nitedoc · 51-55, M
@Matt85 That's true. It was a contact weapon meant to be fired with the gun pressed against someone. They became a novelty more than a weapon due to their very low powered ammo, bulk, weight and awkwardness in handling. Several models of single barrel derringers were much preferred over the ring guns.
The classic Remington model 95 over and under barrel derringer was introduced in 1866 and became an instant hit with those needing a concealable handgun. Chambered in .41 short rimfire it had a distinct advantage over smaller caliber derringers and held two rounds instead of one which was a great advantage at the time. Once I start talking about guns it's hard to stop. Guns have always been my first love.
The classic Remington model 95 over and under barrel derringer was introduced in 1866 and became an instant hit with those needing a concealable handgun. Chambered in .41 short rimfire it had a distinct advantage over smaller caliber derringers and held two rounds instead of one which was a great advantage at the time. Once I start talking about guns it's hard to stop. Guns have always been my first love.