Original U.S. Colt 3rd Model "Thuer" Single Shot Derringer in .41 Caliber Rimfire - Matching Serial 17111 Francotte-Martini Rifles & Parts Blade has a slightly curved

Blade has a slightly curved steel blade that measures approximately 35 1/2” long

sailing to the viewer's left

The blade bearing German maker's marking of scales and the initials "A

Colt records indicate that this revolver was produced in 1863

This example has a named dedication on the mechanical date display by PARK SHERMAN CO

Original U.S. Colt 3rd Model "Thuer" Single Shot Derringer in .41 Caliber Rimfire - Matching Serial 17111 Francotte-Martini Rifles & Parts Blade has a slightly curvedOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a fantastic example of Colt's Third Model . 41cal Single Shot Derringer Pistol, possibly the best example that we have ever seen! Often called the "Thuer" model or "New Model" derringer, Colt had originally gotten into the Single Shot derringer market through their purchase of the National Arms company in 1870. Their design utilized a rotating barrel, and Colt started production immediately, giving rise to