GUN FALL 2017
The live portion of this session begins on Tuesday, October 31, 2017.
VERY FINE, MASSIVE CONFEDERATE "ALABAMA" D-GUARD BOWIE KNIFE.This particular pattern Bowie is thought to have been made in Alabama as the handful of examples seem to originate there. This is no doubt the finest example known with orig scabbard in beautiful "as found" condition. This pattern is described on pg 48 of Confederate Bowie Knifes, Melton, Phillips & Sexton, 2012. Accompanied by Mr. Ballard's hand drawn display card. SIZE: PROVENANCE: Jim Blackburn Collection, Birmingham, AL; Lifelong collection of Roger Ballard. CONDITION: Fine overall. 14-1/4" clip-point blade is an uncleaned, dark mottled grey/brown patina. Grip has hand worn patina and remnants of old varnish. Scabbard is sound and solid with craquelure and slight bending at tip. All-in-all, this is a superior example of a Confederate D-Guard Bowie. 52703-5 JS (4,000-5,000)