Original U.S. Colt 3rd Model "Thuer" Single Shot Derringer in .41 Caliber Rimfire - Matching Serial 5227 Ancient These mounts are retained by

These mounts are retained by dome head screws

showing a lovely gray oxidized patina overall

Renamed the Royal Dragoons of Ireland in 1704

We are not sure what this symbol means

It was recovered at Campbell's Station (now Farragut)

Original U.S. Colt 3rd Model "Thuer" Single Shot Derringer in .41 Caliber Rimfire - Matching Serial 5227 Ancient These mounts are retained byOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a lovely example of Colt's Third Model . 41cal Single Shot Derringer Pistol, 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 the 1st and 2nd models of the pistol. However, at