re help ID derringer

[hawes45]

Hello, I just got a ML derringer it is .41 and looks similar to a Philly Derringer but it is not.
The only markings are an M over IX and the serial # on the top and made in spain on the bottom if you guys need a pic let me know.It also has some brass doo dads on it.
Thank in advance.

 

[hawes45]

Here are some pics. Also it is a smoothbore:
http://public.fotki.com/bigphoto/ml/imag0080.html#media http://public.fotki.com/bigphoto/ml/imag0081.html#media http://public.fotki.com/bigphoto/ml/imag0082.html#media

 

[Zonie]

It looks like a typical CVA or Traditions Derringer to me.
Are you sure it's a .41 and not a .45 caliber?

These CVA/Traditions pistols came in either finished condition or in a kit.

Dixie Gunworks shows the same pistol as being imported by Deer Creek in this link
http://www.dixiegunworks.com/product_info.php?cPath=22_162_194&products_id=872

 

[hawes45]

It is .41 as that is stamped on the barrel and it isn't quite as bulbous as the CVA/Deer Creek one. The barrel is octagon on top and round on the bottom.

 

[Don]

Looks like a Mendi (spanish) or maybe an Italian made peice. I've seen them on the auction sites many times and they are usually .41 cal. A .395 ball with a patch should work with that derringer. A powder charge of 15 to 20 grains should work nicely.

Don

 

[phoenix511]

I've got one, (DIXIE?) Spanish, rifled, half round (under stock), above that octagonal, coil spring lock, wood looks like Beech or something. Works OK, lock is sluggish. Fun to shoot w/PRB 0.420" or so with 20grs 3F.

Don't know what it's good for, but fun to shoot.

But be careful! From 30', mine will bounce back a ball from a 3/8" ply sheet, and can land on your lap/eye/groin, etc.