Pulled out something I haven't looked at in years and realized that there was absolutely no information (other than the usual blah-blah) online.
IIRC, it was around 2013 when DoubleTap Defense brought out their two shot DA derringers and made a big splash...or a flash in the pan, as it turns out.
Short version: these are incredibly niche weapons and expecting more (and advertising more) than their very limited role, in addition to drama, production, and patent lawsuits between the developer & manufacturer led to the demise of the company.
The DT derringer is one of the few 2 shot derringers worthy of carry. As it is DA, there is no monstrous, exaggerated hammer-pull, it is incredibly slim, and very easy to use. There was substantial griping about the unregulated (not angled to be zeroed at the same distance) barrels, inadequate accuracy at/beyond seven yards, and brutal recoil.
Owners were advised never to disassemble their pistols, as the bushings for the two halves were very light tension-fit, and a special tool (nominally) is required for disassembly/reassembly.
I had not had this out for over 8 years, and realizing DT is now D-funct, thought I would post a pictoral and a few upgrades, in case anyone else was searching.
To start. Usage:
The main gain of function with the DT is the quick and easy two-shot capability. It is lighter than most other .45 or 9mm SA derringers, but in sizing, it is basically like mashing an ADC derringer flat. E.g., itis flatter, but is slightly taller and longer than its SA cousin. It hides well in a back pocket.
Overall, its best application is in the "hand-off", e.g., a robber has a drawn gun, the victim hands over car keys, then phone, the "wallet" pop-pop. This relies on building the robbers confidence and comfort with repetition, the delivering two shots at arms length to the head/chest. This has been taught for decades with the Airweight, but relies somewhat on baggy or large pockets. The Airweights are easily useable out to 50 yards, with practice (i.e., Claude Werner, Rogers Academy), but the DT is arms-length and possibly a fluck beyond. Again, the DT is completely a niche weapon.
There was a list of compatible and incompatible ammunition. Again, the short version is that light subsonic rounds will be most comfortable to shoot. SuperVel's Hush Puppy rounds are (IMO) top-tier, if you actually carry the DT. Best carry locations are hip pocket or off-side coat.
I'm going to discuss disassembly from here.
IIRC, it was around 2013 when DoubleTap Defense brought out their two shot DA derringers and made a big splash...or a flash in the pan, as it turns out.
Short version: these are incredibly niche weapons and expecting more (and advertising more) than their very limited role, in addition to drama, production, and patent lawsuits between the developer & manufacturer led to the demise of the company.
The DT derringer is one of the few 2 shot derringers worthy of carry. As it is DA, there is no monstrous, exaggerated hammer-pull, it is incredibly slim, and very easy to use. There was substantial griping about the unregulated (not angled to be zeroed at the same distance) barrels, inadequate accuracy at/beyond seven yards, and brutal recoil.
Owners were advised never to disassemble their pistols, as the bushings for the two halves were very light tension-fit, and a special tool (nominally) is required for disassembly/reassembly.
I had not had this out for over 8 years, and realizing DT is now D-funct, thought I would post a pictoral and a few upgrades, in case anyone else was searching.
To start. Usage:
The main gain of function with the DT is the quick and easy two-shot capability. It is lighter than most other .45 or 9mm SA derringers, but in sizing, it is basically like mashing an ADC derringer flat. E.g., itis flatter, but is slightly taller and longer than its SA cousin. It hides well in a back pocket.
Overall, its best application is in the "hand-off", e.g., a robber has a drawn gun, the victim hands over car keys, then phone, the "wallet" pop-pop. This relies on building the robbers confidence and comfort with repetition, the delivering two shots at arms length to the head/chest. This has been taught for decades with the Airweight, but relies somewhat on baggy or large pockets. The Airweights are easily useable out to 50 yards, with practice (i.e., Claude Werner, Rogers Academy), but the DT is arms-length and possibly a fluck beyond. Again, the DT is completely a niche weapon.
There was a list of compatible and incompatible ammunition. Again, the short version is that light subsonic rounds will be most comfortable to shoot. SuperVel's Hush Puppy rounds are (IMO) top-tier, if you actually carry the DT. Best carry locations are hip pocket or off-side coat.
I'm going to discuss disassembly from here.
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