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Clip point Bowie knife marked G. Wostenholm and Son Washington Works Sheffield with I.X.L. stamped

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:625.00 USD
Clip point Bowie knife marked G. Wostenholm  and Son Washington Works Sheffield with  I.X.L. stamped
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Clip point Bowie knife marked G. Wostenholm and Son Washington Works Sheffield with I.X.L. stamped in large letters on the ricasso. The blade measures 8", 12-3/8" overall, stag gripscales, German silvermounts with S shaped guard. The blade of thick stock and shows quality manufacture, full dimensions, some minor cleaning and stoning, considerable original polish. With old handmade American leather scabbard marked in punch dot pattern R. J. Davis that is neatly done and of the period. The scabbard shows some small losses and normal aging and has character. Est.: $1,250-$2,500