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DAY ONE: The Collection of Charline & Red McCombs

Sat, Aug 29, 2026 11:00AM EDT
  2026-08-29 11:00:00 2026-08-29 11:00:00 America/New_York Vogt Auction Vogt Auction : DAY ONE: The Collection of Charline & Red McCombs https://bid.vogtauction.com/auctions/vogt-auction/day-one-the-collection-of-charline-red-mccombs-23866
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Lot 520

Red McCombs | Possible Henry Deringer Percussion Pocket Pistol

Estimate: $600 - $1,000
Starting Bid
$300

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Manufacturer: Unknown - markings appear to match standard Henry Deringer markings (obscured by pitting)
Model: Percussion Derringer Pistol
Caliber: Approx. 50
Barrel Length: 4.25 in.
OAL: 8.25 in.
Condition: Fair/good-antique; split on stock above trigger appears to have been repaired, some light scratches & chips; oxidation throughout with scattered pitting; bore is frosted & pitted
Marked: obscured by pitting, letters E, N, G & E legible over faint P

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

163K

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