DAY ONE: The Collection of Charline & Red McCombs
Sat, Aug 29, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 269
Red McCombs | US John Hall Model 1819 Breach Loading Rifle Dated 1832
Estimate: $2,500 - $3,500
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 |
Manufacturer: J.H. Hall (c. 1832)
Model: US Model 1819
Caliber: 52 cal.
Barrel Length: 32.75 in.
OAL: 53 in.
Condition: Very good-antique; wood stock has very light wear on refinish; barrel & breech mechanism have a plum brown patina w/ some pitting; bore is mostly bright w/ some fogging & light rust; strong rifling
Includes: steel ramrod; sling swivels
Marked: faded "J.H. Hall / ? / US / 1832" on top of breech block
Note from owner:
U.S. Hall rifle, Model 1819. The first American breech-loader, it was invented and patented by John Hall, a manufacturer from Maine.
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 #2370
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