DAY ONE: The Collection of Charline & Red McCombs
Sat, Aug 29, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 363
Red McCombs | Cased & Engraved Belgian 9mm Pinfire Pepperbox Revolver W/ Cartridges
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,000
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 |
Manufacturer: Liege-Belgium (c. mid-19th c.)
Model: pinfire Pepperbox revolver
Caliber: 9mm pinfire
Barrel Length: 2.25 in
OAL: 5.75 in.
Condition: Good-antique; wood grips have light wear; revolving barrels have bluing remaining in the grooves w/ a more gray/brown patina on the raised edges; frame has brown patina w/ scattered rust & pitting; bores are lightly rusted w/ good rifling; mechanically very good
Includes: scroll/leaf engraving; folding trigger
-burlwood presentation case w/ 6 x 9mm pinfire cartridges
Marked: "ELG" proof on cylinder face; possbile "493" on recoil shield
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 # 5199
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