Remington Elliot’s Ring Trigger Derringer .32 3” 4 Barrel Derringer Antique

SOLD FOR: $1,025.50

LSB#:  LSB250724SZ006

Make:  Remington

Model: Elliot’s Patent Repeating Pistol, Ring Trigger Derringer

Serial Number: 15388

Year of Manufacture: 1863-1870’s

Caliber: .32 Rimfire

Action Type: Double Action Only 4 Barreled Derringer with Under Barrel Lever Top-Break Barrel Cluster

Markings: The underside of the barrel assembly above the frame and the frame under the barrel assembly are marked “15388”. The left side of the barrel assembly is marked “MANUFACTURED BY E. REMINGTON & SONS ILION, N.Y.”. The right side of the barrel assembly is marked “ELLIOT’S PATENTS MAY 29 1860 – OCT 1 1861”. 

Barrel Length: 3”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a small bead fixed to the front of the top barrel. The rear sight is a “V” notched groove in the top of the frame.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece smooth wood panels. There are from handling and storage. There are scratches throughout both panels. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in about Good condition. These grip panels are not original to the derringer.

Type of Finish: nickel 

Finish Originality: Original 

Bore Condition:  The bores are mostly bright. The rifling is defined. There is moderate erosion throughout. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 6 out of 10.  

Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 98% of its finish. The balance of the finish shows handling and storage wear. There are scratches and nicks throughout. The markings are legible. The screw heads range from sharp to tooled with serviceable slots. Overall, this pistol rates in about Very Good condition. 

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements. The firing pin ring still rotates.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.

Our Assessment: This compact Remington Elliot’s ring-trigger four-barrel derringer presents very well — an attractive period example dating to the 1860s–1870s with strong, original nickel plating (about 98% remaining) and clear factory markings. All serialized parts are present and the firing-pin ring still rotates; the action functions correctly on manual check. The bores are mostly bright with defined rifling but do show moderate erosion (graded 6/10), and the current two-piece wood grips are serviceable but are not original to the pistol.

Overall this piece is a fine candidate for a historic small-arms collection or display, offering great visual appeal and solid mechanical condition for its age. This derringer makes an excellent addition as a display or research example of Remington’s mid-19th century repeating pistol designs. Please look at our photos and good luck with your bid! -N.P