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03-01-2009, 12:21 PM
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Derringers?
I have only had about 7 derringers come in for repair in about 5 years. I don't know if this is because not many people use them or if they are worthy. The ones I worked on seem to have inherent problems in their design, be too light for the cartridges they fire, have tough triggers, useless sights, break easily and have recurrent problems with the barrel changing apparatus. I sure as heck wouldn't buy one for my personal use because I consider them a very unreliable gun. Better off having nothing so you don't get the idea it will help you out of trouble. Get a small, but reliable revolver. A local cop said "anyone that thinks a 38 Special is too small has never been shot with one."
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03-04-2009, 12:23 PM
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Yesterday the derringer had a place because standard handguns were very large. Today with the introduction of the small autos built of composit materials, the derringer has all but lost its place in self defense.
Before you buy a derringer find someone that has a KetTec 380 and shoot it, then find a derringer and shoot it. You will be very suprised, I was. Best, Ed
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05-13-2009, 08:23 PM
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I have a 357/38 Derringer I bought in about 1994. It's an American Derringer & seems to be of good quality. I have not shot it in over 10 yrs & would take a little J frame over one any day. I'll still keep mine though.
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