December 15, 2020 Edged Weapons, Armor & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/15/2020
Bowie knife attributed to American maker Samuel Jackson of Baltimore, MD. Goins Encyclopedia of Cutlery Markings states that Mr. Jackson is first listed in the city directory in 1833. He is listed in 1840 to 1851 as a "surgical instrument maker." In 1855 and 1856 as a "cutler". This company manufactured "Bowie" type knives, among other kinds of cutlery. This knife has the style of Mr. Jackson's Bowie Knife Works (ebony pinned handle, and appearance). It boasts a 10-1/2" upswept blade, obviously showing skill and style in form of manufacture of both surgical instruments and Bowie Knife makers combined. This is a real killer knife in all respects. c. 1850. Sheath is a 20th century add on, but fits knife well and gives good appearance.
Item Dimensions: 15 - 3/4" x 1 - 3/4".