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Manufacturer
	American Derringer Corporation More Info

About the Gun

This lightweight variation of the Model 1 Derringer has an aluminum frame with a stainless steel barrel-block.

Production

Production of this firearm began in 1985 and continued until 1990.

Market value

The MSRP for a new version of this gun was around $250-$300. The current market value for used examples in 80–95% condition range from $150 to $300.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge:	.22 Magnum
Alias:	.22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire (WMR)
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Analysis

The Model 11 emphasized lower-recoil options over the Model 10: primarily rimfire (.22 LR, .22 WMR), along with .380 ACP, .38 Special, and .32 H&R Magnum in some runs. It served as a milder-recoiling alternative for the same ultra-light concealment role, often described in company materials as a black powder-compatible or lighter-recoil variant in certain contexts, though centerfire chamberings overlapped somewhat. The Model 11 had varying estimated production timelines across its calibers, based on available records from manufacturer data, ATF production reports, and secondary sources. The model overall ran from approximately 1985 into the early 2000s, with some calibers phased out earlier due to low demand or shifts in offerings.