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Lot #135
Lot #137

Lot 136: LeMat Grapeshot Percussion Revolver

Scarce and Desirable LeMat Grapeshot Percussion Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 3, 2021

Lot 136: LeMat Grapeshot Percussion Revolver

Scarce and Desirable LeMat Grapeshot Percussion Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 3, 2021

Estimated Price: $6,500 - $9,500
Price Realized:
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Scarce and Desirable LeMat Grapeshot Percussion Revolver

Manufacturer: Le Mat
Model: Percussion
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 16 ga./11 mm
Barrel: 6 3/4 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 3342
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 17
Class: Antique
Rating:

OF - FAIR- some major parts replaced; minor replacement parts may be required; metal rusted, may be lightly pitted all over, vigorously cleaned; rounded edges of metal and wood; principal lettering, numerals and design on metal partly obliterated; wood scratched, bruised, cracked or repaired where broken; in fair working order or can be easily repaired and placed in working order.

NPRF - NON-PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED/COLD BLUE, ETC.

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

Barrel and cylinder numbered to frame, "star/LM" proof on right barrel flat, British proofs on various parts, "Col LeMat BTE. S.G.D.G. Paris" on top barrel flat. These distinctive LeMat revolvers were most famously used during the Civil War by notable Confederates, including J.E.B. Stuart. Around 1,500 were ordered for use by the CSA Army and Navy. Jean Alexandre LeMat of New Orleans designed these revolvers with cavalry in mind, and the combination of a high capacity cylinder and central smoothbore barrel for shot was well-suited for running battles. Loading lever is cracked.

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