Thursday Flashback Double Feature:
Cop 357 – The BEST Four Barrel Derringer
2,376,721 views
Apr 28, 2010
1860 C. Sharps 4-shot Pepperbox – Cool Old West Gun
1,613,179 views
Aug 14, 2009
COP 357
——–
This is a .357 mag four barrel double action only derringer pistol
made for a short while in the 1980s as an off duty police backup or concealed carry. These small but dense 4 barrel derringer is HEAVY. I don’t think many people would choose a 4 shot 357 magnum for CCW today
these are very rare, and are occasionally available for close to $1,000. When we filmed this video, you could still find these for sale for as low as $500
What movies have you seen this 357 derringer in?
It has been on many moves over the years, usually in the hands of a bad guy (or gal)
Is this the Shortstop from TF2 ?
Sharps Derringer
—————
We take a look at another interesting antique derringer. A 1860 Sharps 4 shot Pepperbox. These four barrel derringers are old and fragile, so we can’t shoot this Sharps Pepperbox
Some people do shot their old west guns like this .32 rimfire 4-barrel derringer, but usually with modern, ‘reduced loads’ so there is little danger in hurting the old gun
This is a good condition silver plated derringer with four 3″ barrels and a birds-head grip. Often these are found in much worse condition and cost a bit less. Occasionally though, you will find a brand new four barrel derringer from the old west that still looks brand new.
This Sharps 4-shot Pepperbox shoots .32 long rim-fire which is an old caliber that is not produced anymore. Some reloaders will make small batches of this .32 long ammo for collectors who want to shoot their four barrel derringers
Credit: YouTube/GunWebsites
