Pedersoli Derringer Rider Gold Finish 4.5mm Percussion Pistol – #11 Cap

The Pedersoli Derringer Rider Gold is a striking historical-style single-shot percussion pistol inspired by the compact personal defense and parlor pistols widely popular during the mid to late 19th century. This premium Pedersoli reproduction blends classic historical styling with elegant gold-tone finishing, making it both a functional recreational shooter and an eye-catching collector display piece.

The design draws inspiration from early derringer-style pistols associated with Joseph Rider concepts and 19th century American and European indoor shooting pistols. Models of this type were commonly produced with compact frames, short barrels, spur triggers, and distinctive bird’s head grip profiles, often used for parlor target shooting and recreational practice.

This Rider Gold example features a beautifully polished gold-tone finish across the frame and barrel, giving the pistol a refined and decorative presentation while maintaining the simple and reliable single-shot percussion mechanism. The pistol operates using a removable nipple breech and utilizes a #11 percussion cap as the propellant system, firing either 4.5mm (.177) BBs or pellets. The pistol comes complete with original factory packaging, manual, and included accessories as shown, enhancing its overall collector appeal.

Caliber: 4.5mm (.177) BB or Pellet
Ignition System: #11 Percussion Cap
Action: Single-shot percussion
Finish: Gold-tone polished finish
Grip Style: Bird’s head derringer style
Operation: Removable nipple breech loading system
Manufacturer: Davide Pedersoli, Italy
Model: Derringer Rider Gold