Mike Beliveau discusses and shoots the cap and ball LeMat Revolver, which was used by Confederate Army during the Civil War.
LeMat Revolver Specs:
- Cartridge:
- .42 ball (.44 repro) or .36 ball
- 20ga Shot
- Barrels: 2
- Action:
- Single Action Revolver
- Single Barrel Shotgun
- Rate of Fire: 9 rounds/minute
- Muzzle Velocity: 620 ft/s (190 m/s)
- Effective Firing Range: 40 yd
- Maximum Firing Range: 100 yd
- Feed system:9-round cylinder; single-shot smooth-bore secondary barrel
- Sights: fixed front post and rear notch
- Weight: 3.1 lb (1.41 kg), unloaded
- Length: 13.25 in (356 mm)