Original Price 9,359,606 Now I cleaned it up and sharpened it and it is my home office tactical letter opener. Counter-Strike: Global Offensive. Please. by kootenay joe Fri Dec 15, 2017 4:49 pm, Post At least as far as I've been able to determine. Free shipping on orders $99+. The knife in the middle with the larger pins and modified guard is an example of the 5th variant, c.1977. The W49 is the most common found today. Sold. (45% off), Sale Price 1,637,685 I bought one at a Sheriff's auction about 20 years ago. Timber Rattler Western Outlaw Bowie Knife 29.99 This Timber Rattler Outlaw bowie knife is one powerful full-tang beast that every manly man needs. Youll see ad results based on factors like relevancy, and the amount sellers pay per click. Western made at least two different stock numbered "bowies" during the Vietnam time period. Original Price $164.99 This photo illustrates what I mean when I speak of larger pins versus smaller pins. (70% off), Sale Price $184.50 This traditionally The knife on the left is the 2nd variant of the W49 and is blade marked:WESTERN / BOWIE / USA. Many a GI bought a Western model at the Base Exchange to use in Vietnam. Charlie. by Colonel26 Wed May 02, 2018 10:54 am, Post Our global marketplace is a vibrant community of real people connecting over special goods. 2,068,966, 6,896,552 Under Add your personalization, the text box will tell you what the seller needs to know. (45% off), Keep collections to yourself or inspire other shoppers! Original Price 4,962,808 Camillus closed it doors for the last time in April of 2007. After pulling out his Bowie knife, Mick exclaimed, "THAT'S a knife!" If you come across a chrome plated Western Bowie it was probably plated for jungle use. (50% off), Sale Price 1,896,552 Great! The western being thinner bites better. Would be great for batoning as it had a very heavy blade of about 6 inches long. (70% off), Sale Price $134.97 (20% off), Sale Price $36.50 There is a version of the Western Bowie that appears in the 1968 catalog. (70% off). US MILITARIA FORUM - COLLECTORS PRESERVING HISTORY Original Price $615.00 The W49s did leave the factory with a high polish on them. The facts are that the last two years of the war The U.S. was not sending in much of anything into the country as far as manpower and equipment. I guess the extra weight of the brass piece on the spine of the blade helps. Of the five two were chrome plated and three were not. 1,722,414, 2,460,591 3.3 3.3 . The jets rip has an easily broken cat guard and a very thick grind not and efficient chopper . Original Price 2,958,284 The unique design of the blade gave it its power and its name thanks to James Bowie, a hero of the Alamo gave it its prestige. Thin edges can chop without damage, you just have to keep the blade straight so the force of the swing is aligned with the edge. Original Price 4,881,657 He designed it as a hunting knife and gave it to James for protection after his brother had been shot in a fight. Getting back to the subject of Bowies during the Vietnam time period. (10% off), Sale Price $148.00 Turning off personalized advertising opts you out of these sales. Learn more in our Privacy Policy., Help Center, and Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy. (25% off), Sale Price 1,218,966 Powered by Invision Community. Large Bowies features excellent stag horn grip with brass pommel and English style brass cross guard. For Sale By: Sanders Knives (Sanders Knives), View all items for sale by Sanders Knives, Shipping & Handling to United States Addresses: $8.50. (45% off), Sale Price 2,422,280 by zzyzzogeton Fri Dec 15, 2017 3:43 am, Post (30% off), Sale Price $123.74 If you can located a chromed one I would say there was a good possibility that it was used in Vietnam. Very few guys that I can recall actually had theirs. Original Price 2,610,345 Jul 5, 2013. Its also home to a whole host of one-of-a-kind items made with love and extraordinary care. The cv recon/tm seem about twice as thick. (45% off), Sale Price 2,068,966 They sharpen up like a razor and I need to make heavy duty sheaths for them. In 1911, H. N. Platts, was able to draw on his extensive friendships and family connections in the cutlery world to start Western States Cutlery and Manufacturing of Boulder Colorado. Charlie, how to identify a Vietnam Western Bowie Fighting Knife, US MILITARIA FORUM - COLLECTORS PRESERVING HISTORY, http://www.knifeforums.com/forums/showtopiid/872513/tp/1/. Its 11 and 3/8 inches full tang steel blade is sharp right out of the box and will come in handy when performing a wide variety of tasks. (60% off), Sale Price 4,173,623 I have never seen an original box & papers for a W49 Bowie. Best Western Bowie Inn & Suites, Park's Inn, and Americas Best Value Inn Bowie are some of the most popular hotels for travelers looking to stay near Worlds Largest Bowie Knife. Blade edge is still quite sharp, and blade has been old period cleaned and is . See the weather for Tramonti di Sopra, Friuli Venezia Giulia, IT with the help of our live and local weather cameras. Those partners may have their own information theyve collected about you. The 4th variant, I believe, is similarly guard marked and stamped "W49" instead of Bowie, like the 3rd variant, on the pile side. 3,263,547, 4,662,315 Some of the technologies we use are necessary for critical functions like security and site integrity, account authentication, security and privacy preferences, internal site usage and maintenance data, and to make the site work correctly for browsing and transactions. (70% off), Sale Price $89.17 4,173,623, 8,347,245 See all reviews . By There is another subset of the W49 knives what I term . Western USA W49 Wood Bowie Fixed Blade Knife & Sheath c.1984 - Wood Handles - No Cracks - Brass Guard - Very Nice Unused Condition in the Original Leather Sheath - Approx. Weight for the weight weirdos is 1 lb 4 ounces knife only. I obviously don't know everything about these (or any other Western), just what I've picked up here on BF and other forums, but I think the knives were still being made at Western's Longmont, Colorado factory after Coleman bought the company, so they were being made by the same people on the same equipment using the same materials. western style Bowie knife Hammerheadknife (13) $200.00 FREE shipping More like this Large bowie knife ForgeZbk (14) $599.24 FREE shipping More like this 10 inches Blade Hand crafted Bowie knife, Bushcraft knife, full tang, leaf spring of truck, Tempered, Razor Sharpen, Ready to use Famouskukri (186) $149.99 $249.99 (40% off) FREE shipping Original Price $28.00 This pattern is not exclusive to Western although they were the last to mass produce it. I bought one at a Sheriff's auction about 20 years ago. I knew your research was fairly extensive and that you had more info than I could ever find in a short timethat's why I linked to your thread from KF. $299.99 eBay SUPER RARE KABAR HOBO PERFECT HANDLES KNIFE, FORK, SPOON 1923 TO 1037 $875.00 eBay Case XX USA 10 Dot 1970 5254 Trapper Genuine Stag Handles Unused N Mint Specks $345.00 eBay RARE VINTAGE CASE XX REDBONE SCOUT UTILITY KNIFE 6445 R 1940-64 "NICE!!! I own one like this and I believe its version 1, there is a second stainless steel version that came out shortly after guard marked STAINLESS STEEL over BOWIE just like you said but I believe that to be version 2, let me know your thoughts. The one that I have with a couple of bends in the blade came from me chopping a couple branches off from a dead piece of tree many years ago. FREE SHIPPING ON ORDERS OVER $99* & 60-DAY RETURNS. If this is the knife I am thinking of (stacked leather handle with a traditional clip style blade) a friend had one when I was younger and as I recall the knife was darn near impossible to get an edge on. Original Price $91.34 3.2 3.2 . Thanks for the replies, I picked up one. The side by side testing I mentioned was chopping through a five inch thick seasoned locust log. The "J" on you knife is a date code. It differs from the W49 by the stainless steel used in the blade and the synthetic stag material they used for the handle. Shipping policies vary, but many of our sellers offer free shipping when you purchase from them. Obviously, 1977 on is easy. Original Price 4,733,728 2. It's all kind of murky and just passed on like we are doing here. Pics would help to identify the knife. No the one I have is chrome plated. Try using a different browser or disabling ad blockers. This is the Western Bowie USA knife and the scarce Vietnam era 2nd variation, this tang stamp was produced circa 1966-1968. Tweet Timber Rattler Western Outlaw Bowie Knife $29.99 Gil Hibben Assault Tactical Knife With Sheath $77.99 Gil Hibben Highlander Bowie Damascus with Sheath $169.99 $116.98! $21.96, $31.38 . 1 In Stock $34.97 More Info For Sale By: GSPTOPDOG Coleman Western 954 Double Lock with box and pouch (1989) 1 In Stock $70.00 More Info For Sale By: LDF Knives Western USA S-532 "A" Wood Westlock Lockback 1977 1 In Stock $95.00 More Info For Sale By: Knives Templar (15% off), Sale Price 4,256,897 Inspect in Game. Original Price 4,173,456 I was so ticked at the time I never tried chopping with it again. Learn more. 2,093,350, 4,186,946 Original Price $169.99 Facebook, Tags: Bagwell-Bowie, Bowie, Vintage, Western-Cutlery-W49. Original Price $188.24 $86.70, $289.00 But you know that. Let me know. JavaScript is disabled. As you can see it also has the small pins in the handle.   Vietnam   |   English (US)   |   (VND), remembering account, browser, and regional preferences, remembering privacy and security settings, personalized search, content, and recommendations, helping sellers understand their audience, showing relevant, targeted ads on and off Etsy. Canadianlisted.com, kijiji. (60% off), Sale Price $86.70 This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. There are two variations of guard marked W49's. That was interesting. These two variations appear during the time period of 1964 to at least 1967. com, usedvictoria.com are popular sites for selling items in Canada. 2,807,882, 9,359,606 Boy, I'll say! The way you set up your knife photos is inspiring. Please. Have no idea. Sellers looking to grow their business and reach more interested buyers can use Etsys advertising platform to promote their items. (40% off), Sale Price $75.30 The knife he left us, which bears his name, ranks with the Kentucky rifle and the Colt Peacemaker as an. Orsold or pawned to shops in Fayettenam! For Sale: Custom & Semi Production Knives (Dealer), KnifeMaker's Market: Knives & More for Sale, Wanted: Knifemaker / Craftsman / Related Services, Busse / Swamprat / Scrapyard Knives For Sale, For Sale: Traditionals, Slipjoints, "Old Timey", International (Non-US) For Sale & Trade Forums, http://www.knifeforums.com/forums/showtopic.php?tid/872513/tp/0/all/1/, http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3218/2432943915_de56f97a16_b.jpg, http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/941103-Western-W49-Bowie, http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1072453-Western-Bowie-any-info-appreciated. Original Price 6,157,389 1,183,432, 2,958,284 For International Buyers, Please Email before purchasing to determine the actuall shipping cost. Just when you think you have them figured out one turns up that does not fit the mold. Bowie Knife Cold Steel Fixed Blade Knife Knives And Swords When this U.S. Army Ranger was 10 he made a knife. Nearly a foot and a half long. I'm confused. Original Price $185.00 The seller might still be able to personalize your item. Thanks GIRLYmann! Yes, that is one the first post-WW2 bowies made by Western. (45% off), Sale Price 1,056,736 Is that a bad thing that it is not a Western Knife but a Coleman instead? If there is a letter on the blade under the Western name it is post 1977. Forged from tough 1075 carbon steel, the Undertaker is the largest knife on our list, with a blade length of just over 10 inches, and an overall length of 15.5 inches. 1,637,685, 2,339,655 $75.30, $188.24 You must log in or register to reply here. Original Price 2,758,374 Timber Rattler Western Outlaw Bowie Knife Check Price. Chrome plating of the blade was to protect it from rust in the jungle. Mine probably dates back farther than yours (before Coleman bought Western) and the vanadium steel they used back then was excellent. Bottom line if you want a western Bowie that was actully used in Vietnam you need good provinence on the knife. This photo illustrates what I mean when I speak of larger pins versus smaller pins. This will differ depending on what options are available for the item. Take full advantage of our site features by enabling JavaScript. Vintage Western folding pocket knife # 51 Made in the USA!!! It still could be post Vietnam presentation item but who knows.

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