Firearms

American Derringer DA 38

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Serial Number Data

Production data from factory records and collector research. Year ranges are approximate for pre-1968 firearms.

Years	Serial Range	Count	Factory	Country	Confidence

Double-action American Derringer — rare for the format; .38 Spec for self-defense without needing to cock hammer.

Type: Pistol

Action: Double-Action

Caliber: .38 Special

Capacity: 2

Year introduced: 1990, USA

Weight: 26 oz

Overall length: 7.4"

Status: Active

Intended use: self_defense