DAY ONE: The Collection of Charline & Red McCombs
Sat, Aug 29, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 542
Red McCombs | Antique Belgian Cigar Case Folding Trigger 230 Eley Revolver
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 |
Serial: 11
Manufacturer: Liege-Belgium
Model: folding trigger "Cigar Case" revolver
Caliber: 230 Eley
Barrel Length: 1.875 in.
OAL: 4.875 in.
Condition: Good-antique; bone grips have light wear w/ yellow aged patina; nickel finish has some light flaking w/ some rust coming through & light piting; bore has light frosteing from pitting w/ shallow rifling; mechanically functional
Includes: bone grips; French fit leather wrapped cigar case holder w/ compartmnent for cigars and compartment for revolver
Marked: "ELG" proof on cylinder; "* / M" on frame; cylinder is patent roll marked
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 # 40HC
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