Butler derringer

mackcrane

Any info on a Butler derringer in 22 short, swing out barrel, single shot? Thanks.

mackcrane

Can anyone tell me about a Butler Derringer 22 it is gold plated(??) with pearl handles(??) Very nice shape in a wooden display box.
Can anyone share any info on this one.

shane shott

perry shooter

They were made For Colt first then Butler started selling them under their own name . Not really a High quality item but as they say if you need it better then no gun at all.[;)] . Just hope if you miss the bad guy does not know it is a single shot. [}:)]

Grasshopper

75-100 bucks

nmyers

They also sold a .22 short version without the recoil plate. If that's missing on yours, it's worthless.

As with Colts, there were many finishes, grips, casings, & other variations. If any part is gold washed, be aware that handling it will remove the finish.

Neal

Stack

The frame and barrel, of either the Colt or Butler marked derringers, are made of pot metal. The rifled bore is pot metal, not having a rifled steel liner. Continued use will eventually wear out the rifling. Use of only standard velocity .22 shorts is recommended.

mackcrane

Thanks guys, it's up for auction for 70 bucks, I didn't know if it was worth it or not.