DAY ONE: The Collection of Charline & Red McCombs
Sat, Aug 29, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 184
Red McCombs | Engraved Nickel Colt 1877 DA Lightning 38 Revolver
Estimate: $1,000 - $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 |
Serial: 53228
Manufacturer: Colt's PT. F.A. Mfg. Co. (c. 1886)
Model: 1877 DA Lightning
Caliber: 38 LC
Barrel Length: 4.5 in.
OAL: 9 in.
Condition: Good-antique; grips are worn with some scratches & pressure dents; sporadic loss of finish, oxidation & very light pitting; fouling & very light pitting in chambers; bore retains some brightness, sporadic pitting & frosting, worn rifling
Marked: foliate pattern with punch dot background & geometric engraving; initials "DSS" engraved on backstrap
Notes: mechanically good; DA rotates cylinder & actuates hammer, trigger resets correctly
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
6 HC
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