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Authentic 19th Century Clipped Point Bowie

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:2,000.00 USD Estimated At:4,000.00 - 8,000.00 USD
Authentic 19th Century Clipped Point Bowie
Knife marked G. Wostenholm & Son Washington Works, IXL, real IXL knife in banner above hunters companion. The center portion below median ridge hand engraved in script. "GEO WOSTENHOLM & SONS CELBRATED CALIFORNIA KNIFE". The ricasso is hot stamped with Zachary Taylor image on horseback. It has a semi coffin shaped tapered grip with pearl scales and German silver pins and mounts. The blade measures 10" and the knife is 14.5" overall. The condition is very good plus to near fine with full dimensions, most original lead polish just minor pitting and spots of erosion. Rating a 8 Plus on a 1-10 condition scale. A period leather scabbard without tip or throat is included showing line and shell embossed decoration also very good and fits well. A refined and desirable knife in exceptional condition circa 1850's.