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FINE ANTEBELLUM AMERICAN CLIP POINT BOWIE KNIFE.

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:2,000.00 USD Estimated At:4,000.00 - 5,000.00 USD
FINE ANTEBELLUM AMERICAN CLIP POINT BOWIE KNIFE.

14.75”overall, 9.75” clip point blade with forging flaws observed at ricasso, cast brass crossguard, well patinaed checkered crown stag grip. Original sheath is chamois lined and sewn decoration holds lining in place, slots cut for belt. CONDITION: very good overall blade has smooth iron patina was staining and light pitting. Stag grip is chipped near crossguard but has been for a long time as noted by dark hand worn patina. Regional sheath fits very well with scoffing an open seam at tip. PROVENANCE: Pictured in “Accoutrements IV” by Jim Johnston. (02-18186/JS). $4,000-5,000.