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David Williamson New York Sliding Barrel Single Shot Deringer Pocket Pistol VERY FINE Wild West Era .41 Cal Derringer *ANTIQUE* Guns International #: 102322059 Seller's Inventory #: Category: Derringer Antique - Antique Pistols - 1500-1850 Seller's Information When emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com Seller: Jeremiah Johnson Trading Company: Jeremiah Johnson Trading Member Since: 1/27/12 First Name: Greg Last Name: Schimetschek State: Connecticut Zip: 06423 Country: United States Phone: (860) 873-1092 Number of Active Listings: 5 Total Number of Listings: 253 Seller: Private Seller Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns. 3 days Payment Types Accepted: Check (personal checks take 7-10 days to clear), money order, credit card (no fee), or wire About Us: Jeremiah Johnson Trading is one of the most experienced and trusted dealers of pre-1899 antique arms with over 50 years of collecting. We specialize in Colt, Winchester, Remington, Smith & Wesson, Parker, large-bore fowling guns, Revolutionary & Civil War arms, collectible Bowie & folding knives and more! We are also avid collectors of historic race cars & memorabilia. Visit us online at jeremiahjohnsontrading or find us on Facebook and Instagram. Description: Very Fine David Williamson, New York, Sliding Barrel Single Shot Derringer Pocket Pistol, .41 RF, mfg. 1866-1870. Essentially a breechloading version of Henry Deringer's famous pistols made by Moore's Patent Firearms Company and the National Firearms Company of Brooklyn for inventor David Williamson. While a fair number of these are thought to have been made apparently few survive, fewer still in such fine condition as this example. The barrel retains 70% thinned bluing with faint mottled case color on the hammer. The gun is beautifully engraved throughout in fine flowing New York style scrolls. The brass frame (with integral backstrap and nosecap) and triggerguard retain approximately 85% original silver finish turned black with age. The surfaces are smooth, edges sharp, and engraving crisp. The stock features a checkered butt and shows 95% factory varnish remaining with an attractive unmolested appearance and rich color. There is a very fine tight grain check, or hairline crack, across the back of the grip which is stable and does not go all the way through to the front. This is extremely common on this model and Norm Flayderman even notes it in his guide as a weak point and suggests it may be the reason for the gun's low survival rate. Engraved arrow along the top of the barrel with crystal clear Williamson's Patent address and serial number "6747" stamped on the barrel and frame. Original German silver blade front sight and barrel release button. The action is crisp and functions perfectly. The barrel securely slides forward and snaps tightly shut without play. Excellent bore with bright, clean, and sharp rifling and only very light blackpowder frosting. A fine representation of the model and best we have offered in many years. Jeremiah Johnson Trading sells antique arms manufactured prior to 1899 and muzzleloading blackpowder reproductions only. For the purpose of these conditions the term "antique arms" will also include muzzleloading blackpowder reproductions. Buyers must be 21 years of age or older and have no felony convictions to purchase antique arms. Antique arms do not require Federal licensing and may be shipped directly to the buyer with the following exceptions. No antique arms will be shipped to Washington D. C. or any of the five boroughs of New York City (or residents thereof). Some restrictions may apply to antique firearms shipped to California and will be noted in the item description if applicable. Any antique arms shipped to New Jersey must ship to a licensed FFL holder, no exceptions. Any muzzleloading blackpowder reproduction rifle, shotgun, or handgun shipped to Illinois must ship to an FFL holder. Items containing antique ivory will not be sold or shipped to residents of California, Hawaii, Illinois, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington. Antique muzzleloaders and antiques which fire obsolete cartridges may be shipped internationally however it is the responsibility of the buyer to know and abide by their local laws and provide proof that the antique arm is legal to receive and own. Payment can be made by money order, banker's check, personal check, credit card (no additional fees), or bank wire. Please allow 7-10 business days for clearance on personal checks. If paying by credit card please call us directly to process your order. Items are professionally packed and shipped USPS Priority Mail with insurance coverage for the sale price and signature required for delivery. Items valued over $5,000.00 are shipped Registered Mail. Buyer pays actual shipping costs with no added charge for packing materials or handling. We describe items accurately and thoroughly. If an item has been misrepresented or significant defect overlooked you may return it for a full refund (minus return shipping costs) within 3 days of having received it. This timeframe begins once the package is delivered by the carrier. Buyer's remorse or concerns over issues noted in the description and/or pictures is not a valid excuse for return. Returned items must be received in the same condition as originally shipped - cleaning, disassembly, alteration, or damage of any kind will void inspection privileges. Occasionally a post-1898 firearm from my personal collection may be sold under this account and any such transaction is a personal sale in no way affiliated with Jeremiah Johnson Trading. Any such arm will be shipped to a licensed FFL or C&R holder in accordance with Federal law. All antique arms are sold as collector's items and are not warranted safe for shooting. Please consult a competent gunsmith prior to shooting any firearm. SOLD Antique: Yes Handgun Caliber: .41 Rimfire Manufacturer: Moore/National NY David Williamson Model: Sliding Barrel Derringer Serial Number: 6747 Finish: Blue/Silver Manufacture Date: 1866-1870 Engraving: Yes