This Deringer was produced by Slotter and Co. of Philadelphia, a company owned by former workmen of Henry Deringer. His pistols are identical to the ones made by Derringer between 1860 to 1869.  After working for Henry Deringer, Henry and Frederick Schlotterbeck opened their own shop/factory in 1860 which operated at 400 Lynd Street. Some specimens were marked ‘J.P. LOWER’ on the barrel, as is the case with this weapon.

This is a .45 caliber single shot percussion pistol with a 2-1/2 inch barrel. Total length is overall six inches in length. All German silver mountings are engraved as well as the lock hammer and barrel. Stock is checkered and made from walnut. Lock is marked J.P. LOWER and the barrel is marked on the top PHILADA.

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