US 1839 Southerner .41 Caliber Rimfire Single Shot Derringer ANTIQUE NO PERMIT REQUIRED

The US 1839 Southerner .41 Caliber Rimfire Single Shot Derringer represents an example of American pocket pistols produced in the mid-19th century. This compact firearm features a single-shot action, chambered for the .41 rimfire cartridge, a popular choice for personal defense at the time. The derringer is characterized by its compact size, typically allowing it to be easily concealed within a coat or pocket. It has a stainless or blued metal frame with a distinctive spur trigger and simple iron sights. The Southerner designation refers to the model produced by the Brown Manufacturing Company, which was active from 1869 to 1873, despite the “1839” in the title. Such pistols were common civilian sidearms during the post-Civil War era and were not intended for military use. This antique firearm is classified as a collectible and, under US federal law, does not require a permit for ownership due to its age.