DAY ONE: The Collection of Charline & Red McCombs
Sat, Aug 29, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 475
Red McCombs | US Robins & Lawrence Model 1841 Percussion Musket W/ Bayonet
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: Robbins & Lawrence (c. 1852)
Model: M1841 musket
Caliber: 64 cal.
Barrel Length: 32 in.
OAL: 48.5 in.
Condition: Good-antqiue; wood stock has moderate wear w/ dark patina; barrel has mostly gray patina w/ scattered pitting; lockplate has mixed blue/gray color w/ light pitting; brass fittings all have nice aged patina & wear; bore is dark & pitted; mechanically good
Includes: brass fittings & patch box; steel ramrod; "US" stamped socket bayonet
Marked: lockplate reads "WINDSOR VT / 1852" behind the hammer and "ROBBINS / & / LAWRENCE / U.S." in front; buttplate marked "U.S"
Note from owner:
U.S. rifle, 1841. Known as the Mississippi rifle, this weapon was developed for military service during the various engagements of Jefferson Davis.
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 #2378
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