High Standard Derringer
High Standard Derringer was introduced by High Standard Manufacturing Company in 1962; it was a remarkable change to the over-under derringer design with innovative solutions. The original model (D-100), was produced from 1962 to 1967 in 22 LR only in blued finish. In 1969 the D-101 (.22 LR) and DM-101 (.22 Magnum) upgraded models were released in blued, nickel, silver, and gold plated finishes. • Illustration — Close up of a High Standard Derringer.
High Standard Derringer
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In the early 1980s, High Standard Firearms had been dealing with financial problems and had to cease derringer production in 1984. Benjamin Johnson Technologies scaled up the design, into a.38 Special pocket gun known as the DA38 Derringer. In 1990, the design went to the American Derringer Company.
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• Name — High Standard Derringer • Origin — United States • Type — Derringer • Is Ranged — yes • Manufacturer — High Standard Manufacturing Company • Production Date — 1962–1984 • Spec Label — genitron.com • Weight — 11 oz • Length — 5.125 in • Part Length — 3.5 in • Caliber —.22 Long Rifle • Action — Double Action Only • Feed — 2 round • Sights — Fixed, forward blade and rear notch
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