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$3,162.00
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FINE REPRODUCTION PARIS LEMAT PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 44 rifled bbl & 16 ga. smoothbore bbl. SN 2416. Usual late configuration with 6-3/4″ full oct bbl, block letter “SYSTEME LEMAT BTE S.C.D.G. PARIS” address. It has the serial number & star over “LM” on right flat at cylinder. Serial number also appears on right forward side of frame & on right side of smoothbore bbl at frame. Bottom left flat of oct bbl has crown over “V” & crown over “GP” proofs. The 9-shot cylinder has alternating identical proofs along with serial number. It has checkered walnut grips & a solid buttcap with integral lanyard loop. CONDITION: Very fine. Artificially aged. It retains 50-60% strong orig blue in sheltered areas with typically worn areas an artificially aged brownish patina. Cylinder is mostly a plum brown with scattered spots of light rust. Hammer retains most of its orig dark case colors. Grips are very fine. Both bores are bright. Mechanics are crisp. 4-56515 JR222 (2,000-3,000)
Auction: Firearms - Spring 2006 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day. |