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Lot 3366:LePage Freres Cased Pair of Percussion Dueling Pistols

September 12th, 2021|Rock Island, IL

Lot 3366:LePage Freres Cased Pair of Percussion Dueling Pistols

September 12th, 2021|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$2,000 - $3,500

A) LePage Freres Dueling Pistol

The case for these pistols has "LEPAGE FRERES/PARIS/Ruc d'Enghien. 12." inside the lid. Brothers Henri and Perrin LePage were active in Liege c. 1823-1860. The rifled Damascus barrels have "ACIER" inlaid in gold on top, dovetailed blade front sights, "5652 931/931 and proofs on the left sides and bottoms. "5652/931" is repeated above the breech hook slots, and fixed notch rear sights are on the standing breeches. The breech plugs and upper tangs are marked with corresponding "1" and "2" on the pistols. Aside from the barrels, the metal components are engraved and primarily feature scroll patterns. The dark colored hardwood stocks have relief carved floral patterns and ovals. The case contains a loading rod, cleaning rod, screwdriver/wrench, oiler, ball mold, small powder flask, mallet, few balls, and a key.

ConditionGood with much of the dull period refinished brown and case colored finishes, bright gold inlay, distinct Damascus patterns, mild pitting under the finish, and mild overall wear. The stock is also good as refinished with distinct designs, cracks at the breech and wedge, and mild wear. Mechanically fine. The case and accessories are also good with mostly mild age and storage related wear and some loose pieces.

Details

ManufacturerLe Page Sa

ModelPercussion

TypePistol

Serial number

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge52

Barrel9 1/8 inch octagon

Finishbrown/case colored

Stockrelief carved hardwood

Item LocationRock Island, IL

Catalog page198

B) LePage Freres Dueling Pistol

See "A."

ConditionGood with distinct Damascus patterns, bright gold inlay, much of the dull period refinished brown and case colored finishes, mild pitting under the finish mainly on the pommel, and generally mild overall wear. The stock is also good as refinished with distinct designs, some scrapes and small dings, and light overall wear. Mechanically fine.