COP .357 Derringer vs Luger P08

1983–Present

1908–1945

~150,000 estimated

~1,000,000+ units (including military, police, and civilian models)

140 mm (5.5 in)

225 mm (8.86 in)

63 mm (2.5 in)

100 mm (3.93 in)

0.5 kg (1.1 lb) empty

0.95 kg (2.09 lb) empty

4 rounds (integral barrel cluster)

7 rounds standard (detachable box), optional 8‑round magazine for .30 Luger

Double‑action only; four independent hammers cocked sequentially by a single trigger pull

Toggle‑locked, short‑stroke recoil‑operated, closed bolt

Heavy double‑action trigger with a long pull, no single‑action mode

Single‑stage military trigger with integrated safety lever

None; optional low‑profile notch milled into the top of the frame for limited aiming

Fixed front blade, rear V‑shaped notch with adjustable rear sight leaf