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3RD THURSDAY DISCOVERY AUCTION

Thu, Dec 7, 2023 12:00PM EST - Thu, Dec 21, 2023 12:00PM EST
Lot 271

Four Large Bowie Knives: Western W49, 3 Damascus, 1 by Colt

Estimate: $100 - $250

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$50 $10
$200 $25
$1,000 $50
$3,000 $100
Four exceptionally fine bowie knives: a near mint W49 by Western, and three mint damascus blade bowie knives, one by Colt new in box. Beautiful Western Cutlery of Colorado bowie knife W49, in nearly new condition, with a brown leather sheath with cursive "Western" on the throat. The knife is very well-marked Western U.S.A. W49 over the letter M. The sheath is an especially nice one of heavy brown leather with a bright brass ring mount. The guard is brass, and the grip is finely polished wood. Size: 14 5/8 inches long with a 9 1/2 inch blade. Fine Pakistani made damascus bowie knife with maiden's hair pattern blade, brass guard and pommel, and wooden grip, with black leather sheath, new in factory wrapping. Size: 17 inches long with an 11 inch blade. Similar and larger Pakistan made damascus bowie knife with maiden's hair pattern damascus blade, brass mounts, wooden grip, and black leather sheath, new in factory wrapping. Size: 7 5/8inches long with an 11 3/4 inch blade. Massive damascus blade D-Guard bowie knife & sheath marked "Colt Since 1836." The bowie is of the classic early style with brass D-guard, stag grips, brass blade catcher on the back of the blade, and a beautiful damascus blade in a mixed pattern. The sheath is heavy tan leather cowhide with the Colt prancing horse stamped on its front. The knife is mint in its original Colt box. Size: 19 3/4 inches long with a 14 1/2 inch damascus blade. Processing and shipping within the continental U.S. $30.00 plus 1.5% replacement cost insurance. Discounts given on combined lot shipping.

Condition

The first knife is excellent, with bright factory polish with a few minor stains. The other three knives are all mint in their original packing, with the Colt in its original box.