May 8-10, 2024 Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 5/8/2024
William Scagel, commonly considered to be the grandfather of modern, custom handmade knives, lived and worked and made his knives in Michigan primarily in the 1920s and 1930 producing very functional and durable hunting knives. During WWII, he made many fighting knives for troops going off to war. William Scagel's work became the inspiration for "Bo" Randall who emulated his knife designs. This versatile multi-use knife features a 5" skinner style blade with an overall length of 9 - 3/4". Left side of the blade has Mr. Scagel’s cartouche known as the "Kris" mark. A dark gray patina has overcome the blade. Brass hand guard with German silver spacers and stacked leather washers with brass pinned stag pommel that is slightly turned down. Handle exhibits wear but remains intact and tight. Accompanied by what is probably its original brown leather sheath with nickel button. The scabbard is well worn but remains pliable with intact belt loop and snap. This knife and scabbard were most likely well used by an avid outdoorsman. CONDITION: Good.
Item Dimensions: 12"
Accessories
Case, Scabbard.