DAY ONE: The Collection of Charline & Red McCombs
Sat, Aug 29, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 194
Red McCombs | Merwin & Hulbert Wells Fargo Marked Pocket Revolver
Estimate: $700 - $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: 3086
Manufacturer: Hopkins & Allen / Merwin & Hulbert
Model: Medium Frame Pocket
Caliber: 38 S&W
Barrel Length: 3.5 in.
OAL: 7.5 in.
Condition: Good-antique; grips are lightly worn with small split on bottom of left panel; scattered pitting & sporadic flaking throughout; cylinder drag marks with some fouling in chambers; bore is mostly good with light frosting, strong rifling
Includes: leather holster
Marked: matching serial numbers throughout; "WF&COEX" on right side of frame; "RAILWAY EXPRESS AGANCY" on holster
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
5005
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