DAY ONE: The Collection of Charline & Red McCombs
Sat, Aug 29, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 196
Red McCombs | Pair of Smith & Wesson 38/44 Heavy Duty City of New Braunfels Marked
Estimate: $1,600 - $2,400
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: (1) 90210 ; (2) 90208
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson (c. 1952-1953)
Model: 38/44 Heavy Duty
Caliber: 38 Special
Barrel Length: 4 in.
OAL: 8.75 in.
Condition: Good-commensurate with age; sporadic scratches & pressure dents with some small chips missing from grips; oxidation, friction marks & scratches; cylinders have burn rings & drag marks; bores are both good-very good & bright with strong rifling
Marked: "CITY PROPERTY NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS" on backstraps of both
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
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Condition
2HC
4HC
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