{"product_id":"denix-percussion-philadelphia-deringer-pistol-usa-1862-bright-nickel-cap-firing-replica","title":"Denix Percussion Philadelphia Deringer Pistol, USA 1862 (Bright nickel) – Cap-Firing Replica","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDenix Percussion Philadelphia Deringer Pistol, USA 1862 (Bright nickel) – Cap-Firing Replica\u003c\/strong\u003e – a detailed collector's pistol by \u003cstrong\u003eDenix\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Spanish maker of historical replicas since 1966. Reproduction of a percussion pistol, made of metal and plastic imitation wooden stock, with simulated loading and firing mechanism. It recreates a piece from the American Civil War and Old West (1861–1899) period, made of metal with a bright nickel finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a \u003cstrong\u003ecap-firing replica\u003c\/strong\u003e: the working mechanism fires standard percussion caps for a realistic sound effect only. It cannot fire any projectile and cannot be converted to fire live ammunition. Made for collectors, Western and history enthusiasts, re-enactment, theatre and film props.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHistory\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Deringer Philadelphia was a muzzle-loading pocket pistol, designed by Henry Deringer (1786-1868) and produced from 1852 to 1868. This weapon, with a single shot, had a percussion-ignition system, it was used for very short distances. Very often they used to be sold in pairs; this fact was due to compensate the limited power of a single-barreled short gun and its poor reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause of its great availability, the Deringer became very popular, initially among military officers and later among civilians who wished to have a small and easy-to-hide gun for self-defense; they also had the dubious reputation for being the favorite weapon of killers and poker players.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn 1865, Abraham Lincoln and his wife Mary Todd attended a performance at the Ford theater. When Lincoln sat in the box, John Wilkes Booth, a Maryland actor, resident in Virginia and Southern supporter, appeared from behind and fired a single shot with a round Deringer bullet at the president's head and shouted \"Sic semper tyrannis\"! (Latin expression that means \"this way always to the tyrants\", which is the motto of the state of Virginia).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbraham Lincoln (Hodgenville, Kentucky, February 12, 1809 - Washington DC, April 15, 1865) was the sixteenth president of the United States of America from March 1861 until his murder in April 1865. Lincoln led the United States during the Secession War, the bloodiest conflict and perhaps also the greatest moral, constitutional and political crisis that the American nation has suffered. At the same time, it preserved the Union, abolished slavery, strengthened the federal government and modernized the economy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Denix (Spain)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDenix reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6315\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pistol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical period:\u003c\/strong\u003e American Civil War and Old West (1861–1899)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright nickel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 416 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDisplay ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShow it on a wooden stand, in a glass cabinet or a shadow box, or on the wall of a study, library or games room. Pair it with other Denix replicas from the same era for a themed collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDust with a soft dry cloth; wipe metal parts occasionally with a few drops of light oil to keep the finish bright. Keep away from humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: this item is a cap-firing replica sold for display only and to adults (18+). Buyers are responsible for checking the rules on imitation firearms in their country before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFree worldwide shipping with tracking, carefully packed in protective packaging. 14-day returns.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Objeva","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48836474601609,"sku":"DNX6315","price":107.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/2566\/7977\/files\/DNX6315_0.jpg?v=1793467139","url":"https:\/\/objeva.com\/products\/denix-percussion-philadelphia-deringer-pistol-usa-1862-bright-nickel-cap-firing-replica","provider":"Objeva","version":"1.0","type":"link"}