DAY ONE: The Collection of Charline & Red McCombs
Sat, Aug 29, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 370
Red McCombs | Cased German Silver Mounted "Deringer" Pocket Pistol W/ Accoutrements
Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
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: unknown (possible Henry Deringer-Phila, PA) (c. early-mid 19th c.)
Model: Deringer
Caliber: 38 cal.
Barrel Length: 2 in.
OAL: 5.75 in.
Condition: Good-antique; wood stock has moderate wear w/ dark patina; barrel & lockplate have gray/brown patina w/ some pitting; bore is dark & pitted w/ worn rifling; mechanically functional
Includes: light scroll engraving w/ fish-head hammer; German silver mounting
-walnut English-fit presentation case w/ accoutrements: E. Pluribus Unum pwoder flask, percussion caps tin w/ caps, lead balls, tool, key
Marked: top of barrel reads "DERINGER"
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
reference # 5181
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