American Derringer DA38 .38 Special Stainless Over/Under Double-Action Derringer, 3 inch Barrel, Made in USA
The American Derringer DA38 is a compact, stainless over/under derringer chambered in .38 Special with a true double-action-only, hammerless design. Built in the United States, it pairs a stainless steel barrel and receiver with an aluminum grip frame and hardwood grip panels, and features a break-open action with a left-side barrel release.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm presents in solid shape overall. There are some scratches and blemishes visible from prior handling.
What’s Included
- Black leather holster
This DA38 uses an over/under, break-open layout with a left-side barrel release for straightforward loading and unloading. Its double-action-only, hammerless mechanism is paired with a cross-bolt safety and a hammer block, providing simple and consistent operation.
The build combines a stainless steel barrel and receiver with an aluminum grip frame for a balance of durability and light weight. Hardwood grip panels round out the package with a clean, traditional look that complements the stainless finish.
Dimensionally, this micro-size derringer features a 3 inch barrel, fixed sights, an approximate overall length of 4.85 inches, and an approximate weight of 14.5 ounces. Capacity is two rounds of .38 Special.
Markings include "AMERICAN DERRINGER CORP. WACO, TEX.", "DA38", "MADE IN U.S.A.", and ".38 SPL", reflecting its U.S. manufacture and model designation.