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Manufacturer
	American Derringer Corporation More Info

About the Gun

The Model 1 series is based on the Remington over/under design patented by William Elliot in 1865. The frame and barrel block are constructed entirely from stainless steel. This double-barrel derringer provides two shots with automatic barrel selection. It includes a manually operated hammer-block safety that disengages automatically when the hammer is cocked.

Production

Production of this firearm began in 1980 and continues to the present day, with various configurations offered over the years.

Market value

The MSRP for this gun new is approximately $700-$800 based on recent data. For a used one in 95% condition, the market value ranges from $500-$600, reflecting 2024-2025 pricing trends.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge:	.30-30 Winchester
Alias:	7.62x51 Rmm
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Analysis

The Model 1 is offered in a wide range of calibers, with more than 60 options historically available through custom orders. Common chamberings include rimfire rounds such as .22 LR and .22 Magnum for low-recoil practice or plinking. Centerfire pistol calibers cover .32 Auto, .380 ACP, .38 Special (including +P), .357 Magnum, .44 Special, .44 Magnum, and .45 Colt. The .45 Colt/.410 Bore combination remains one of the most requested configurations, allowing use of 2.5-inch .410 shotshells alongside .45 Colt cartridges for defensive versatility in the standard double-barrel setup. Availability of specific calibers depends on current production and custom requests, with the stainless steel construction accommodating these without dimensional changes.