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American Derringer
Model DA Double Action
American Derringer Pistol DA Double Action .38 Spl Variant-1
Scale To:
Gun Dimensions Width:1.1-in
Length:4.85-in Height:3.3-in
Barrel:3.3-in Weight:14.5-oz
1 Variant
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (158 grain bullet)109178
  • Recoil Factor (158 grain bullet)5.7 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity2 rounds
  • ConcealabilityExcellent
  • Defense Factor52%
Gun Specifications
Type:Pistol
Produced:1990 -
Caliber:.38 Spl
Action:2-barrel
Trigger:double-action only (DAO)
Safety:hammerblock thumb safety
Magazine:2-round
Frame:stainless steel
Grip:rosewood
Sights:blade front
Notes:breech loaded over/under barrels
Manufacturer
American Derringer Corporation
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Gun Value
MSRP:$690.00Used Est:$505.00
Last Update:4/15/2023
About the Gun

This two-barrel model is hammerless, featuring a double-action trigger with a unique open-front trigger guard. It is an improved version of the High Standard Double Derringer.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .38 Special
Alias: .38 Smith & Wesson Special
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:158 grains
MV:691 ft/sec ME:168 ft-lbs
About the Cartridge

Developed by Smith & Wesson and introduced along with its Military & Police Model revolver in 1902, this was originally a military cartridge intended to replace the unsatisfactory .38 Long Colt then in use by the Army. Colt brought out its own version of the .38 Special in 1909, which differs from the original only in bullet shape, being a flat-point style. The .38 Special is considered one of the best-balanced, all-round handgun cartridges ever designed. It is also one of the most accurate and very widely used for match shooting.

User Rating
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User Comments

4 of 5 Stars
Double Action .38 and .38 special in two barrels.
By itsvjc on 21 Feb 2020
Great concealable double shot. Very dependable action. Well built-in Stainless Steel construction. Originally by Bellmore Johnson Tool Co.