DAY ONE: The Collection of Charline & Red McCombs
Sat, Aug 29, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 275
Red McCombs | W.K. Strong Half-Stock Heavy Percussion Plains Rifle W/ Joseph Golcher Lock
Estimate: $800 - $1,400
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 |
Manufacturer: Joseph Golcher / William K. Strong-Big Rapids, Michigan (c. 1872-1884)
Model: half-stock percussion Plains rifle
Caliber: 45 cal.
Barrel Length: 36 in.
OAL: 51 in.
Condition: Fair-antique; wood stock has some splitting repairs covered by a brass plate on the underside of the forend; dsome repaired splits around the lock plate; barrel & lockplate have plum brown patina w/ scattered rust & pitting; bore is dark & pitted w/ worn rifling; mechanically functional
Includes: half-stock; wooden ramrod w/ brass casing on the tip; very heavy octagon barrel; brass fittings & patch box; set trigger
Marked: lock plate reads "JOSE GOLCHER"; the barrel reads "WK STRONG"
Note from owner: Half stock percussion rifle. Identifier on gun
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
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