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RELIC “D”- GUARD BOWIE KNIFE RECOVERED IN A CONFEDERATE CAMP AT FREDERICKSBURG

RELIC “D”- GUARD BOWIE KNIFE RECOVERED IN A CONFEDERATE CAMP AT FREDERICKSBURG

Relic D-guard bowie knife that looks to be complete but for the grip and scabbard. The double-edged blade meas. approx. 14.75 inches long and is approx. 2.00 inches wide at the ricasso. The point is… (2022-2384). Learn More »

WWII U.S. NAVY DIVE KNIFE WITH BRASS SCABBARD

WWII U.S. NAVY DIVE KNIFE WITH BRASS SCABBARD

The classic USN diver’s knife; essential equipment for the hardhat divers of the WWII era. This follows the 1939 specifications with brass fittings, maple handle, and heavy brass screw in… (490-3903). Learn More »

$695.00
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SIDE KNIFE MADE FROM COLLINS & CO. SABER BAYONET

SIDE KNIFE MADE FROM COLLINS & CO. SABER BAYONET

This is a very professional alteration from a saber bayonet to a side knife. The blade was shortened to 7 5/8 inches and repointed giving it a slight clip point and creating a wide fuller the reaches… (490-3814). Learn More »

$975.00
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CONFEDERATE CLIP POINT BOWIE WITH SALVAGED MUSICIAN SWORD BRASS HILT

CONFEDERATE CLIP POINT BOWIE WITH SALVAGED MUSICIAN SWORD BRASS HILT

This clip-point Bowie a great example of southern improvisation- a kind of weapons-making version of folk art – not sophisticated, but with an appeal of it own.  Measuring 19.5 inches overall, the… (490-3265). Learn More »

SCARCE US MODEL 1880 HUNTING KNIFE / MODEL 1892 ENTRENCHING TOOL: ONE OF FIVE HUNDRED

SCARCE US MODEL 1880 HUNTING KNIFE / MODEL 1892 ENTRENCHING TOOL: ONE OF FIVE HUNDREDHUNTING KNIFE

This is one of just five hundred produced after the redesignation of the M1880 knife as an entrenching tool in 1892 and is carried in the correct fifth type scabbard, introduced in 1890, using a… (490-3261). Learn More »

IRON GUARD FIRST TYPE MODEL 1880 HUNTING KNIFE

IRON GUARD FIRST TYPE MODEL 1880 HUNTING KNIFE

This is one of the first 1,000 Model 1880 hunting knives produced in early 1881 that used an iron guard and handle socket, and is housed in one of the scabbards modified in 1888 by the addition of a… (490-3260). Learn More »

IDENTIFIED 23rd WISCONSIN BOWIE KNIFE: “DEATH TO TRAITORS”

IDENTIFIED 23rd WISCONSIN BOWIE KNIFE: “DEATH TO TRAITORS”

This double-edged spearpoint Bowie or side knife is 12 inches long overall and has a 7-inch blade measure 1-inch wide at the guard. It has German silver mounts: a flat crossguard with scalloped edges… (2022-1061). Learn More »

CONFEDERATE D-GUARD BOWIE KNIFE RECOVERED IN ORANGE, VA

CONFEDERATE D-GUARD BOWIE KNIFE RECOVERED IN ORANGE, VA

This is a pretty classic Confederate D-guard Bowie knife. These were very popular throughout the south early in the war and made by countless blacksmiths and cutlers to meet demand from new volunteers… (1184-391). Learn More »

NICE US MODEL 1880 HUNTING KNIFE

NICE US MODEL 1880 HUNTING KNIFE

These wide-bladed knives were intended to be multi-purpose. Butchering game and various duties around camp were concerns. One veteran praised them since up to that time, “whenever we went out on… (490-3259). Learn More »

1910 USMC BOLO KNIFE WITH SCABBARD

1910 USMC BOLO KNIFE WITH SCABBARD

The overall length of the drawn knife is 15.00 inches from point to pommel. The blade itself meas. approx. 10.25 inches long. Surface is smooth and the blade does not have a fuller. The edge is clean… (380-40). Learn More »

US NAVY MARK 2 FIGHTING KNIFE & SCABBARD

US NAVY MARK 2 FIGHTING KNIFE & SCABBARD

Blade is in very nice condition. True edge has no nicks. Blade has 90% original finish over its length. Finish does show some rub marks from drawing and returning the blade to the scabbard. Iron… (490-3096). Learn More »

$250.00
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RUGGED, NINETEENTH CENTURY U. S. NAVY ORDINARY SEAMAN’S KNIFE

RUGGED, NINETEENTH CENTURY U. S. NAVY ORDINARY SEAMAN’S KNIFE

This rugged artifact is a standard-issue, British-imported naval seaman’s folding pocket knife in use by the U. S. Navy during the late 19th century and early 20th century. In very good, complete… (558-189). Learn More »

$395.00
Originally $495.00

ONE OF THE BEST REFERENCE BOOKS ON BOWIE KNIVES FROM THE LIBRARY OF THE LATE RON TUNISON

ONE OF THE BEST REFERENCE BOOKS ON BOWIE KNIVES FROM THE LIBRARY OF THE LATE RON TUNISON

This book is titled “THE BOWIE KNIFE – UNSHEATHING AN AMERICAN LEGEND” by the well-known gun expert, the late Norm Flayderman. The volume was published in 2004 by Mowbray Publishing. The volume… (1100-288). Learn More »

RARE C1870’S CALIFORNIA BOWIE KNIFE

RARE C1870’S CALIFORNIA BOWIE KNIFE

Maker Mark: “Rau & Kohnke / S.F. California.” Blade 8.75” in length, 1.5 in width. Dark patina, smooth & consistent with just a few minor dings on the non-sharpened edge.  Solid 2.5”… (30-2234). Learn More »

“MISSISSIPPI TOASTER” BOWIE KNIFE WITH SHEATH

“MISSISSIPPI TOASTER” BOWIE KNIFE WITH SHEATH

Knife dates to circa 1840. Etched on the right side of the blade in high relief is "MISSISSIPPI TOASTER". Etched on the top of the blade is, "MANUFACTURED FOR F.C. GOERGEN NEW ORLEANS", who worked in… (30-2054). Learn More »

SHEFFIELD SWINGUARD FOLDING HUNTING KNIFE WITH SHEATH

SHEFFIELD SWINGUARD FOLDING HUNTING KNIFE WITH SHEATH

This exceptional knife is maker marked on the ricasso, “JNOWILL & SONS / SHEFFIELD”, and, “JNOWILL & SONS / SHEFFIELD” near the false edge. Measures 14 ½” total length when opened… (482-411). Learn More »

ENGLISH SIDE KNIFE WITH SHEATH, C. 1850-60

ENGLISH SIDE KNIFE WITH SHEATH, C. 1850-60

Maker mark: “Manson/ Sheffield”. Measures 11.25 in total length; spear-shaped blade 6.375” in length, 1.125” in width at base. Frosted blade inscription: “Never Draw Me Without… (172-3645). Learn More »

LARGE ENGLISH BOWIE KNIFE WITH SHEATH 1870’S – 1880’S

LARGE ENGLISH BOWIE KNIFE WITH SHEATH 1870’S – 1880’S

The blade of this knife is in excellent condition. Its surface is bright and clean and the edge is near perfect. There are only two rough spots along the length of the edge, these can be felt but are… (824-01). Learn More »


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FANTASTIC MINIATURE ON IVORY OF 6TH VIRGINIA SERGEANT-MAJOR KILLED AT BURGESS’ FARM IN 1864

Item is a delicate ivory oval with a painted portrait identified as Cary Robinson of Company G, 6th Virginia Infantry. Oval meas. approx. 2.25 x 3.00 inches with a full color bust portrait of Robinson at center. He wears a gray shell jacket open to… (1138-1127). Learn More »

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