DAY ONE: The Collection of Charline & Red McCombs
Sat, Aug 29, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 162
Red McCombs | Antique Winchester Model 1866 44 RF Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
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 |
Serial: 163007
Manufacturer: Winchester (c. 1884)
Model: 1866 SRC
Caliber: 44 RF
Barrel Length: 20 in.
OAL: 39 in.
Condition: Fair-antique; wood stock & forend have heavy wear & dark patina; chipping around the buttplate; splitting on the wrist; barrel is dark brown w/ extensive rust & pitting; brass receiver has a nciue aged patina w/ nice wear; bore is dark & pitted throughout w/ worn rifling; mechanically functional; the lever loop is crushed a bit and does not reach the lever lock knob
Includes: 2-leaf rear sight; saddle ring
Marked: has "King's Patent" 2-line barrel address
Note from owner:
Winchester Model 1866 carbine called the "Yellow Boy" because of the brass frame. "The First Winchester," important weapon in the History of the American West.
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 # SAA051
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