The ancestor to the derringer of the Old West was the boxlock overcoat pistol used by travellers from the late 18th century onwards as protection from highwaymen. These were also known as boot pistols, Toby pistols, Manstopper pistols, vest pocket pistols, and muff pistols because they could be concealed in a ladys muff.Originally made as flintlocks, later versions used cap and ball ignition ...
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