DAY ONE: The Collection of Charline & Red McCombs
Sat, Aug 29, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 434
Red McCombs | Civil War Era Manhattan Fire Arms Co. Revolver W/ Beaded Holster
Estimate: $600 - $900
Current 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: 15731
Manufacturer: Manhattan Fire Arms Co. (c. 1861-1864)
Model: Series III Navy
Caliber: 36 (approximate)
Barrel Length: 4 in.
OAL: 9 in.
Condition: fair/good-antique; some pressure dents & scratches, small split or deep scratch on left panel; finish has turned mostly gray with some faded bluing in protected areas, brass components have sporadic dark patina with some very light verdigris, light scattered pitting; bore is frosted & pitted
Includes: beaded holster
Marked: matching serial numbers throughout; "MANHATTAN FIRE ARMS CO. NEWARK N.J." on barrel; "PATENTED DEC.27.1859" on cylinder
Notes: mechanical issue; hand hits wall before reaching cylinder (likely bent); five shot cylinder featuring 5 additional safety notches
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 077
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