DAY ONE: The Collection of Charline & Red McCombs
Sat, Aug 29, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 360
Red McCombs | Cased James Beattie London Pepperbox Pistol W/ Accoutrements
Estimate: $1,500 - $3,000
Current 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: James Beattie-London, England (c. mid-19th c.)
Model: Pepperbox pistol
Caliber: 31 cal.
Barrel Length: 2.75 in.
OAL: 8 in.
Condition: Good-antique; wood grips have moderate wear frame has moderate wear & dull patina; barrels have bright metal finish w/ scatterd light pititng; bores are dark & pitted; mechanically good
Includes: German silver plateding w/ scrollwork
-wood English-fit presentation case w/ accoutrements: powder flask, bullet mold, percussion cap tin w/ caps, lead balls
Marked: "J. BEATTIE" and "LONDON"; Birmngham proofs
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; this lot is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity as property from the McCombs personal estate
No FFL NICS Check Required: Antique
Condition
reference # 5166
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