DAY ONE: The Collection of Charline & Red McCombs
Sat, Aug 29, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 207
Red McCombs | Antique Starr Arms 1863 Army Cartridge Conversion 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: 34354
Manufacturer: Starr Arms Co-New York (c. 1863-1865)
Model: 1863 Army
Caliber: Unknown 44 (likely 44 Martin Centerfire)
Barrel Length: 8 in.
OAL: 13 in.
Condition: Good-antique; pressure dents & gouges on grips; sporadic pitting, friction marks & loss of finish; cylinder drag marks with some pitting & fouling in chambers; bore has some frosting & scattered light pitting, otherwise good with strong rifling
Marked: "P" & "C" inspection marks
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
SAA 090
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