Late 1800s antique British US Western style Bowie knife marked IXL. This information will be very helpful in my search. The knife on the left is the 2nd variant of the W49 and is blade marked: The knife in the middle with the larger pins and modified guard is an example of the 5th variant, c.1977. The knife on the left is the 2nd variant of the W49 and is blade marked: WESTERN / BOWIE / USA. Inspect in Game. Bowie Knife Cold Steel Fixed Blade Knife Knives And Swords When this U.S. Army Ranger was 10 he made a knife. by zzyzzogeton Fri Dec 15, 2017 3:46 am, Post (45% off), Sale Price 1,056,736 Take this Hibben bowie knife with you into the most untamed environments and use it under the harshest conditions The bowie has a keenly sharp, 14" stainless steel, clip point blade with a high-polish finish and a beefy profile The red-brown, natural-look wooden handle is complemented by a gold-plated blade catcher and handguard Orsold or pawned to shops in Fayettenam! I carry it with me on all my excursions. Damascus Steel: Is My Knife Real or Fake. UP FOR SALE IS A VINTAGE WESTERN W49-H LARGE BOWIE KNIFE WITH SHEATH. (25% off), Sale Price 1,435,714 As I've mentioned I've been offered a nice roi for my blade, but I'm not sure I would take a truck in exchange. Frequently bought together + Total price: To see our price, add these items to your cart. And, especially thanks for posting it here! Western Bowie Knife (1 - 40 of 159 results) Price ($) Shipping All Sellers 16-Inch Old Western Bowie Knife D2 Steel Fixed Blade Wooden Handle / Leather Knife Sheath scorpionhubus (30) $135.00 $150.00 (10% off) FREE shipping Tombstone Ike / Billy Clanton Bowie knife custom-made Hand grind in Texas carbon 1985 steel antler Handle made to order 1 week Camillus closed it doors for the last time in April of 2007. Report an Issue | The unique design of the blade gave it its power and its name thanks to James Bowie, a hero of the Alamo gave it its prestige. The way you set up your knife photos is inspiring. Looking for a real knife? Check out the latest price. #1 of 4 hotels in Bowie Location 4.3 Cleanliness 4.1 Service 4.0 Value 3.8 Located in Bowie,TX, the Best Western Bowie Inn & Suites is sure to provide a peaceful and comforting home away from home for any traveler. 2,807,882, 9,359,606 Original Price 9,852,217 Etsy is powered by 100% renewable electricity. ** I "BUY" KNIVES ** - Any Size Collection!!! See the weather for Tramonti di Sopra, Friuli Venezia Giulia, IT with the help of our live and local weather cameras. We've sent you an email to confirm your subscription. If you don't have an account, create one here. (30% off), Sale Price 1,183,432 by kootenay joe Fri Dec 15, 2017 3:03 pm, Post http://img443.No_outside_hosting.us/i/cbf7pjgcwkkgrhqyoknmez4.jpg/. You've already signed up for some newsletters, but you haven't confirmed your address. 1,912,315, 2,249,754 It differs from the W49 by the stainless steel used in the blade and the synthetic stag material they used for the handle. Rare WW11 large Bowie knife made by Jack Soler from Allentown PA was a U.S. Navy Seabee during World War 11. Original Price $188.24 An "I" version would be from 1985, the year after Coleman took over. Eventually purchased by Camillus in 1991, Western continued until Camillus expired in 2007. Sorry to dig up an old thread, but it seemed like the right place to add this. by zzyzzogeton Fri Dec 15, 2017 3:47 am, Post But you know that. IMHO there are two problems here. The W49s did leave the factory with a high polish on them. Youll see ad results based on factors like relevancy, and the amount sellers pay per click. Chrome plating of the blade was to protect it from rust in the jungle. All have positives all have negatives oh to decide i still have the one i bought back in the '70's i wore every where butt work. I didn't really like it so I gave it to my brother. This Auction is for an Authentic Western Boulder U.S.A W49 "M" Bowie Knife w/Wooden Plaque - Circa 1840.1977 was the first year that Western knives started using the alphabet, starting with the letter "A", to date code their knives. Also they produced the stock number (649) a bowie with a handle made of synthetic stag for the handle. (50% off), Sale Price 1,896,552 4,256,897, 6,978,325 Skinning/Hunting/Camping knife, Western States, Boulder Colorado 2 blade pocket knife / Advertising pocket knife c.1911-1950. The guard wasn't fitted well. $89.17, $297.22 Stories of Cowboys and Indians and shoot-outs at the O.K. 1,025,862, 1,206,897 The one in the picture with the chrome plated blade came from a vet and I have the documentation and a photo of him wearing the knife in Vietnam. The jets rip has an easily broken cat guard and a very thick grind not and efficient chopper . The knife had been made by his brother, Rezin, a year prior. They made several matching that description, but the most common I see are the 8" G46-8 or L46-8. Original Price 3,448,276 Original Price $121.68 If this is the knife I am thinking of (stacked leather handle with a traditional clip style blade) a friend had one when I was younger and as I recall the knife was darn near impossible to get an edge on. You've already signed up for some newsletters, but you haven't confirmed your address. (50% off), Sale Price 1,097,291 At first only a jobbing business, by 1920 construction and machinery purchases were underway to begin manufacture of knives. This Knife is available for immediate purchase by using the Add To Cart button to the right and then by following the instructions. Original Price 2,339,655 Western Knives of Boulder Colorado made four models of the Bowie knife. 3.2 3.2 . Western made at least two different stock numbered "bowies" during the Vietnam time period. It's all kind of murky and just passed on like we are doing here. I accept payment in the form of Pay Pal, Credit Card (Online Only), Personl Check and Money Orders. (30% off), Sale Price $123.74 This massive knife was used in early Vietnam era it measures 15" from tip to hilt. (45% off), Sale Price 2,422,280 White Deer Damascus Steel Rattler Bowie Knife with Frost Wood Handle - GDM-02, White Deer Damascus Outback American Bowie Knife, WHITE DEER D2 Steel Extreme Duty XXL Bowie Knife Large Independent Survival Implement D-2, White Deer Extreme Duty XXL Bowie Knife, 11.5" Japanese CP Steel, Wood Handle, White Deer Exclusive Damascus Bowie Knife, Rosewood & Burl Olive Wood Handle, Master Cutlery Ultimate Extractor Bowie Survival Knife - Black, Rite Edge Bowie Knife, 15" Overall Length, Wood Handle, Sheath, Cold Steel Marauder, 9" Stonewashed Plain Blade, Kray-Ex Handle, Sheath - 39LSWBA, White Deer Magnum Outback American Bowie Knife with High Carbon Stainless Steel & Leather Handle, Ontario SP10 Spec Plus Marine Raider, 9.75" Blade, Kraton Handle, Sheath - 8684, Custom Made Damascus Steel Bowie Knife w/ Buffalo Horn Handle w/Sheath, White Deer magnum XXL Large Bowie Knife with Leather Sheath, Bear & Son American Damascus Bowie Knife with Genuine India Stag Bone Handle - 502D, Cold Steel Wild West Bowie, 10.75" 1090 Carbon Blade, Rosewood Handle - 81B, White Deer Damascus Steel Alamo Jim Bowie Knife, White Deer Damascus Steel Blood Groove Bowie Knife with Rose Wood Handle, KA-BAR BK9 Becker Combat Bowie Knife, 9.25" Blade, Ultramid Handle, White Deer Ranger Bowie Knife Damascus Steel 55-60 HRC Forged 1095 High Carbon, White Deer Damascus Steel Traditional Bowie Knife, White Deer Damascus Steel Bowie W/Giraffe Bone & Copper Bolster EXCLUSIVE, Damascus Steel Bowie Knife Full Tang Buffalo Horn Handle, White Deer Magnum Dave Dundee Bowie Knife Jungle Sawback Serrated Spine w/Wood Handle, SOG Seal Pup Knife, 4.75" ComboEdge AUS8 Blade, GRN Handle, Kydex Sheath - M37K, KA-BAR Bowie Knife, 6.9" Blade, Stacked Leather Handle, Leather Sheath - 1236, Spyderco Street Bowie, 5.05" VG10 Blade, FRN Handle, Sheath - FB04PBB, Bear & Son Cutlery White Smooth Bone Damascus Bowie - WSB02D, Executive Ridge Bowie Knife Wood Grips Trail Runner Elite Full Tang AUS-6 Steel, White Deer Damascus Steel Bowie Knife W/Giraffe Bone & Rose Wood Handle, 1095HC Damascus Steel Clip-Pont Bowie Knife Blank with DIY Make-Your-Own Handle, Jungle Bowie Knife, 12" Stainless Steel Sawback Blade, Hardwood Handle, Condor Hudson Bay Camp Knife, 8.5" Carbon Blade, Hardwood Handle, Leather Sheath - CTK240-8.5HC, Cold Steel Knives Bowie Bushman, Black SK-5 Carbon Steel, Secure-Ex Sheath, Fantasy Alien Bowie Dagger with Display Stand, 9 5/8 G10 Handle Fixed Blade with Leather Sheath, Laminated Hardwood Handle with G10 Spacers, 10 Everyday Objects You Can Use to Sharpen a Knife. If you can located a chromed one I would say there was a good possibility that it was used in Vietnam. 1,516,995, 2,758,374 Absolutely! At least as far as I've been able to determine. The W47 measures 12" from tip to hilt, W45 measures 9" and the 43 or mini measures 6 1/2". There was a problem subscribing you to this newsletter. (70% off), Sale Price 2,135,468 This knife has a stock number of S-649. Please. For International Buyers, Please Email before purchasing to determine the actuall shipping cost. Its generally excepted that the first two variations on this knife where blade marked (see pics below). FREE SHIPPING ON ORDERS OVER $99* & 60-DAY RETURNS. The ONLY differences between versions #2, #3 and #4 are in stamp location(s). You are using an out of date browser. SKIP. We've got Bowie knives of all shapes and sizes at Knife Depot. 2,093,350, 4,186,946 According to Western's 1986 catalog they started producing the W49 in 1964. The most common by far is the bowie with the wooden handle the (W49). Still has factory edge. Very few guys that I can recall actually had theirs. It appears that much was lost during the periods that Western changed hands. I regret not getting one when they were still being made. Theres still a lot to uncover about this subject. If there is a letter on the blade under the Western name it is post 1977. I guess the extra weight of the brass piece on the spine of the blade helps. Original Price 3,550,296 from United States. Original Price 4,186,946 (25% off), Sale Price 2,603,550 The only sure way to get one that was in Vietnam is from a vet that can document the knife. (40% off), Sale Price 2,359,467 The knife on the right in my picture above is an example of the 3rd variant. Original Price $121.00 (70% off), Sale Price $134.97 I just scored a copy of Harvey Platts' "The Knife Makers Who Went West" from 1978. I guess I have been lucky over the past 35 years of collecting. Western W49 Bowie Knife - Vintage Bowie From Boulder Colorado CloverTac 14.9K subscribers 5.6K views 4 years ago #TacticalLeprechaun Today let's take a look at a cool vintage Western w49. Is it uncommon to come across a Bowie with that "been there and done that" look? It is a V-44 pattern made for the US military by multiple manufacturers. Im thinking these must have come from their custom shop. Public collections can be seen by the public, including other shoppers, and may show up in recommendations and other places. According to Westerns 1986 catalog they started producing the W49 in 1964. Colt revolvers aside, the Bowie knife was the weapon that made the Wild West wild. $120.00, $200.00 $84.99, $169.99 Western USA W49 Wood Bowie Fixed Blade Knife & Sheath c.1984 - Wood Handles - No Cracks - Brass Guard - Very Nice Unused Condition in the Original Leather Sheath - Approx. Take full advantage of our site features by enabling JavaScript. (75% off), Sale Price 1,722,414 I own one like this and I believe its version 1, there is a second stainless steel version that came out shortly after guard marked STAINLESS STEEL over BOWIE just like you said but I believe that to be version 2, let me know your thoughts. 1,775,148, 4,437,574 (45% off), Sale Price 1,952,663 The knife on the right in my picture above is an example of the 3rd variant. Etsy is powered by 100% renewable electricity. They are the older high carbon blades. by zzyzzogeton Fri Dec 15, 2017 3:40 pm, Post I started looking into this subject a couple of years ago. 2,955,665, 9,852,217 If you want a big bowie with similar features and you don't want to pay a premium for what has become a collector's item, consider the Ontario made Marine Rader Bowie. One is the lack of surviving documents from the Western Cutlery Co. . "Leather handled Bowie". Vintage 14 1/2" Western W49 Bowie Knife with Sheath. Original Price $297.22 I was so ticked at the time I never tried chopping with it again. No chips or cracks in handles. The western being thinner bites better. $80-$140 yablanowitz Platinum Member Joined Apr 14, 2006 Messages 9,333 Jun 13, 2009 #3 Depending on the exact age of the knives, they may be very good steel. If the knife has the original leather sheath I expect to see some pretty hard use on that leather. Original Price $615.00 Its story begins in the 1820's when James Bowie was able to defend himself by using a large knife at the Sandbar Fight in Louisiana. It didn't have much heft. $123.74, $164.99 I turned the log over, picked up the W49 and finished chopping through the log in eight minutes. Charlie, Teslleta: Here it is. This photo illustrates what I mean when I speak of larger pins versus smaller pins. Heres my question. I have spent many hours cruising around here. The Bowie knife began as a gift of love from one brother to another, but the weapon proved invaluable in the famous 1827 Sandbar . (45% off), Sale Price 1,708,876 Original Price 4,876,847 2,020,725, 3,367,876 Youve done your homework for sure. Our global marketplace is a vibrant community of real people connecting over special goods. It is stamped "WESTERN BOULDER / COLO. USA on one side and BOWIE on the other. Turning off the personalized advertising setting wont stop you from seeing Etsy ads or impact Etsy's own personalization technologies, but it may make the ads you see less relevant or more repetitive. I am aware of much of the history of the Western Bowie knife company and how the w49s were originally made for the special forces but what I cannot seem to find is wat year the model I was made. Probably one of the most memorable movie quotes of all time came about when Crocodile Dundee scoffed at a mugger's switchblade saying, "That's not a knife." They come all sorts of ways. I'm going to put a better edge on it and try it out! In addition, their handsome appearance makes them favorites for collectors. IMHO many more variations on these knives also fall into the proper Vietnam time period. Consistently earned 5-star reviews, shipped orders on time, and replied quickly to messages, Looks like you already have an account! Handle has the brass pins and rosewood handle. $22.40, $28.00 Learn more. By: Westmark Knives Date Added: 02/22/2018 $175.00 Buy Now. Original Price 3,367,876 It still could be post Vietnam presentation item but who knows. i still have mine its a hellava knife!! I had a new one in the box a few years ago and let it go too cheap for 100.00 at a gun show so I could purchase something else. 2,733,744, 4,205,911 Facebook, Tags: Bagwell-Bowie, Bowie, Vintage, Western-Cutlery-W49. sp 8 weighs a ton, if I wanted a field piece I would take the w49 over it ant day of the week. 1,218,966, 2,216,502 This pattern is not exclusive to Western although they were the last to mass produce it. Original Price 1,206,897 It was also the last year that Western manufactured their knives in Boulder, Colorado. 3,263,547, 4,662,315 That makes it a pretty serious chopper in my book. (70% off), Sale Price 2,684,911 The Western W-49 is made of 1095 carbon steel. (30% off), Sale Price 3,338,731 At least none that I can find. It was also the last year that Western manufactured their knives in Boulder, Colorado. Details J.E.B. The W49 is the most common found today. Western Knives of Boulder Colorado made four models of the Bowie knife. Great! They all had really good documentation. 1978 was "B" and so on. Engraved on brass guard CON EVANS and on the other side of guard CHICO. Obviously, 1977 on is easy. It was also the last year they were made in Boulder, CO. So their history is rather murky, to say the least. Great! It has been custom painted with knotwork. The other three were heavly pitted from the jungle. (20% off), Sale Price $36.50 I did it out of personal curiosity when I got my Forester.
Where To Buy Natto, Articles W