DAY ONE: The Collection of Charline & Red McCombs
Sat, Aug 29, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 372
Red McCombs | Antique No Makers Mark Southerner 41 RF Derringer in Case
Estimate: $400 - $600
Starting Bid
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
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| $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: 1643
Manufacturer: (unmarked) Merrimack Arms or Brown Mfg. (c. 1867-1873)
Model: Southerner
Caliber: 41 RF
Barrel Length: 2.5 in.
OAL: 4.75 in.
Condition: Good-antique; wood grips have moderate wear; brass frame is worn w/ aged patina & pressure dents; barrel has gray/brown patina w/ light pitting; bore is frosted w/ light pitting; worn rifling; mechanically functional
Includes: small walnut case w/ 2-rds of "M" stamped 41 RF in hidden drawer
Marked: "SOUTHERNER" on top of barrel; matching SN on underside of barrel & butt of the frame
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 # 5167
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