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Two Older Hand Made Bowie Style Knives

Very large bowie style knife with interesting aluminum grip and cross guard. It has a very thing bowie style blade, possibly made from a machete or a saw. The finish is somewhat rough, but it has beautiful balance, and is an entirely practical fighting and utility knife, probably made in-theater in WWII. It is in a modern brown leather sheath. Size: 14 1/2 inches long, with a 9 inch blade. Large hand made bowie knife with wooden grip, oval copper guard, and a strip of lead added to the tang between the grips to aid in balance. The tip of the blade is broken off about 1/2 inch from the tip. It is in a modern black tactical nylon sheath. Size: 14 1/4 inches long, with a 10 inch blade. Processing and shipping within the continental U.S. $30.00 plus 1.5% replacement cost insurance. Discounts given on combined lot shipping.

Provenance:JSQ

Condition:

Both knives have simpler aspects, but both exhibit interesting craftsmanship. The first knife is an extremely fine knife with a crusde finish. The second knife appears to be older, and could pass for a 19th century knife in a different sheath, and with the point reshaped. It has some old rust stains.

Estimate: $100 - $250
Price Realized Including Buyer's Premium
$31
11/02/2023

 

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