DAY ONE: The Collection of Charline & Red McCombs
Sat, Aug 29, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 605
Red McCombs | Pair of Belgian Percussion Pistols in Ferdinand Claudin Case
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,000
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 |
Serial: 165
Manufacturer: Liege-Belgium (c. mid 19th c.)
Model: pocket derringers
Caliber: 40 cal.
Barrel Length: 1.625 in.
OAL: 5.25 in.
Condition: Very good-antique; wood handles have light wear for age; repaired patch on left side of one handle; barrels have fading blue finish w/ some gray patina coming through from wear; frames have strong case colros w/ light rust; bores have light pitting; mechanically good
Includes: light engraving; case hardened frame; shell butt cap compartments
-wood French-fit presentation case w/ accoutrements: powder flasl, ramrod, bullet mold, lead balls, nipple wrench
Marked: "ELG" proofs; "165", inside lid of case reads "PD. CLAUDIN / BREVETTE / BOULEVANT DES ITALIENS 38 / PARIS" (Ferdinand Claudin)
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 # 115K
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