DAY ONE: The Collection of Charline & Red McCombs
Sat, Aug 29, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 651
Red McCombs | Turkish Cased Flintlock Blunderbuss Pistol W/ Accoutrements
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
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: Ottoman/Turkish (c. 18th-19th c.)
Model: Blunderbuss flintlock pistol
Caliber: 68 cal.
Barrel Length: 8.25 in.
OAL: 16.5 in.
Condition: Very good-antique; wood stock has been refinished; moderate wear; barrel has gray patina w/ light rust; lockplate has polished metal finish w/ light pitting; bore is dark & pitted; mechanically functional, but very stiff
Includes: nice English oak presentation case (English-fit); leaf-embellished copper powder flask; small powder horn w/ initials; cleaning rod & tools; lead balls, key
-barrel features silver inlay
Marked: unknown stamp on barrel
Note from owner: Acquired in October 2016
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 # 5184
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