DAY ONE: The Collection of Charline & Red McCombs
Sat, Aug 29, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 371
Red McCombs | Fine Cased Engraved & Gold Plated First Year Colt New Line 22 Revolver
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: 549
Manufacturer: Colt's PT. F.A. Mfg. Co. (c. 1873)
Model: New Line (First Model)
Caliber: 22 RF
Barrel Length: 2.25 in.
OAL: 5.5 in.
Condition: Very good-antique; bone grips have nice aged patina; barrel, frame & cylinder retain majority of gol-dplate coverage w/ some flaking on barrel & wear points; bore is frosted w/ light pitting; strong rifling
Includes: extensive scroll & geometric engraving on gold-plate finish; fire blued screws, hammer & trigger; bone grips; no facory letter
-mahaoghony French-fit presentation case w/ accoutremnts: tools w/ bone handles, vile, 7-rds of 22 Short
Marked: standard Colt barrel address; matching SN on barrel, cylinder & butt
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 # SAA 088
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