August 2009 (3)
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 8/14/2009
Circa 1830 to 1840. OL: 51 - 3/4". BL: 36". TB: Octagonal. LM: Percussion. PB: 4-piece. S: Curly Maple. Seven silver inlays. This original percussion half-stock is an extremely beautiful example of Henry Leman's early work in Lancaster. It is fully silver-mounted with exceptional engraving on all of the silver metal. All of the silver surfaces are virtually covered with this engraving. This rifle is in superlative condition and may even be unfired. The curly maple stock appears to have its original varnish finish while the lock is beautifully engraved, as is the tang end of the rifle's octagonal barrel. The barrel is stamped "H.E. Leman. Lancaster PA. Warranted" while the lock is stamped "Leman.Lanctr PA". The silver mounts are a combination of German and coin silver. Again, the condition and quality of this rifle cannot be overstated, as this is an outstanding example of his best workmanship.