DAY ONE: The Collection of Charline & Red McCombs
Sat, Aug 29, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 495
Red McCombs | Cased French Pierre Pairet Gold Inlaid Percussion Pistol W/ Accoutrements
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Starting Bid
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $10 |
| $100 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,500 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $25,000 | $2,500 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
Manufacturer: Pierre Pairet-France (c. 19th c.)
Model: percussion pistol
Caliber: 45 cal.
Barrel Length: 5 in.
OAL: 10.25 in.
Condition: Very good-antique; wood stock has moderate wear w/ dark patina; repaired split at the front under the trigger guard; barrel retains nice bluing w/ gold inlay; lockplate & hammer have some remaining case colors w/ gray patina & light pitting; bore is dark w/ light rust & strong rifling; mechanically good
Includes: gold inlaid barrel; bird's head butt; unmarked nameplate
-oak presentation case w/ foam insert: brass powder flask featuring eagle holding a revolver & powder flask motif; J. Goldmark's Percussion Caps tin by Winchester w/ caps; brass powder measure; contemporary nipple wrench; lead balls
Marked:
Provenance: Property from the personal estate collection of iconic Texas businessman, civic leader and philanthropist Billy Joe Red McCombs (1927-2023) from his home in Olmos Park, Texas; previously on long-term loan to either San Antonio Academy or the Bexar County Courthouse; this lot is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity as property from the McCombs personal estate
No FFL NICS Check Required: Antique
Condition
refrence # 5195
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