DAY ONE: The Collection of Charline & Red McCombs
Sat, Aug 29, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 367
Red McCombs | Cased Moore's Patent 32 "Teat-Fire" Front-Loading Revolver
Estimate: $500 - $1,000
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: 11317
Manufacturer: Moore's Patent Fire Arms Co. (c. 1864-1870)
Model: "Teat Fire" revolver
Caliber: 32 Teat Fire
Barrel Length: 3.25 in.
OAL: 7 in.
Condition: Good-antique; wood grips have moderate wear & rub marks; brass frame has aged patina w/ moderate wear; barrel & cylinder have gray patina w/ light pitting; bore is dark & pitted w/ worn rifling; mechanically functional
Includes: scroll engraved brass frame; front-loading mechanism
-wood display case w/ 7-rds of 32 Teat Fire
Marked: barrel address reads "MOORE'S PAT. FIRE ARMS CO. BROOKLYN, N.Y."
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 # 5168
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