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American Derringer
Model 1
American Derringer Pistol Model 1 .40 S&W Variant-1
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Gun Dimensions Width:1.2-in
Length:4.82-in Height:3.35-in
Barrel:3-in Weight:15-oz
1 Variant
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (180 grain bullet)166860
  • Recoil Factor (180 grain bullet)13.19 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity2 rounds
  • ConcealabilityExcellent
  • Defense Factor67%
Gun Specifications
Type:Pistol
Produced:1980 -
Caliber:.40 S&W
Action:2-barrel
Trigger:single-action (SA)
Safety:hammer block
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:$715.00Used Est:$550.00
Last Update:4/15/2023
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 stainless steel.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .40 Smith & Wesson
Alias: N/A
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:180 grains
MV:927 ft/sec ME:344 ft-lbs
About the Cartridge

This cartridge was developed as a joint venture between Winchester and Smith & Wesson. It was an effort to to create a cartridge with the same power as the 10mm Norma round that the FBI had just started using, but in a shorter case. The shorter cartridge would facilitate accuracy and allow use of a smaller, more comfortable grip frame. The .40 S&W has become the cartridge of choice for many law enforcement agencies in the United States.

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