Antique American Civil War Era Confederate Fighting Bowie Knife IDed On The Grip
Item History & Price
Reference Number: Avaluer:6875903 |
Massive early Southern style Bowie Knife, Confederate - American Civil WarA heavy duty home made Southern fighting knife, possibly predating the war period and very likely been used by a Confederate soldier during its times. With its beefy walnut grip bearing imprinted name of the knife's owner or maker, brass mounts with a heavy steel tang cap. Massive spear point blade with false edge tip and central ridge partially worn. Heavy patina and wear overall consistent w...ith the age and extensive service on this primitively made but very combat-efficient early bowie knife.
TOTAL LENGTH IS 16" BLADE IS 10 1/4"
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