May 23rd 2015 Premier Firearms Sale
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 5/22/2015
This impressive bowie knife was manufactured from 1840 to 1862 in Sheffield on Norfolk Lane. It is a large clip point with a 9-7/8" blade, maker stamped on ricasso. Features include German silver quillion, stag handles, four silver bolsters, and silver escutcheon. Overall length is 14-7/8". Comes with an original fine leather scabbard with nickel tip and throat. Blade is in fine clean condition with no pitting and does not appear to have been sharpened. A very impressive large bowie.