Beauregard Prestige Edition Bowie Knife $99.95 Details Land of the Free Bowie Knife $99.95 Details Apollo 13 Bowie Knife $99.95 Details 1,666,256, 3,029,557 JavaScript is disabled. Suggestions, Questions, Comments, Concerns, Alerts, Etc Member Store Tips, Tricks & Instructions, The Western Bowie / W49 Identification Thread, Re: The Western Bowie / W49 Identification Thread. Original Price 2,610,345 I've been wanting a V44 pattern for years. (60% off), Sale Price 4,173,623 899,015, 2,997,044 Sellers looking to grow their business and reach more interested buyers can use Etsys advertising platform to promote their items. 1,708,876, 1,898,817 I have attempted to research these Western knives, of late, and, to be honest with you, the the deeper I dig the more confused I get. 2,370,466, 4,740,933 I know a thin edge can chop without damage if used properly, but I cant guarantee I my form will always be perfect when using a "chopper". This type of data sharing may be considered a sale of information under California privacy laws. The second problem is defining the Vietnam time period for these knives and other equipment. Original Price 3,571,429 The chrome plated ones were in really nice shape other then some chipping to the chrome and handle wear and maybe minor pitting. Also they produced the stock number (649) a bowie with a handle made of synthetic stag for the handle. 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. I hope this helps, Brad? Not that I advocate getting a knife for the sole purpose of making it collect dust in plain view. It differs from the W49 by the stainless steel used in the blade and the synthetic stag material they used for the handle. I started looking into this subject a couple of years ago. Items are guaranteed to be AS DESCRIBED - if there is any problem with your purchase, please contact me - I value your business and want you to be a satisfied customer! VINTAGE WESTERN USA W49 BOWIE KNIFE Leather Sheath WWII Antique Original. It has been custom painted with knotwork. Early productions blades were made of carbon steel, later productions are constructed of a high polished stainless. First off let me say this forum appears to be populated by some very knowledgeable people and some impressive knife makers. "Leather handled Bowie". Sold. $123.74, $164.99 As you can see it also has the small pins in the handle. (45% off), Sale Price 2,955,665 Set where you live, what language you speak, and the currency you use. Those partners may have their own information theyve collected about you. Western started putting the year letter on their knives in 1977 with an "A". The online community of knife collectors, A Knife Family Forged in Steel, 1977 was the first year that Western knives started using the alphabet, starting with the letter "A", to date code their knives. Search 284 Tramonti di Sopra local furniture stores to find the best furniture and accessory company for your project. 4,173,623, 8,347,245 Its something for me to shoot for. : Western USA W49 Wood Bowie Fixed Blade Knife & Sheath c.1984, SPRING HILL CUTLERY (eBay: bargainseller02), Western Boulder, Colo. Cracked Ice Knife & Hatch Set 1935 to 1950, VINTAGE WESTERN R16 USA M FIXED BLADE HUNTING SKINNING BOWIE SURVIVAL KNIFE KNIVES OLD SHEATH, VINTAGE WESTERN 742 STOCKMAN JACK PEN FOLDING POCKET KNIFE KNIVES OLD ANTIQUE, VINTAGE 1983 WESTERN USA W77 G FIXED BLADE COMBAT FIGHTING DIRK DAGGER BOOT KNIFE KNIVES OLD, Vintage MINT Westmark 701 hunting knife and original leather sheath, WESTER CUTLERY CO. GERMANY 2 1/2" 2 BLADE PEARL CONGRESS LIKE NEW, Western Cutlery Germany Bone Congress Knife, WESTERN USA, W36 Fixed Blade Knife and Sheath. 2,807,882, 9,359,606 Original Price 6,896,552 Colt revolvers aside, the Bowie knife was the weapon that made the Wild West wild. (15% off), Sale Price 2,733,744 Buy It Now. I think the pre-Coleman ones - at least some of them - had real Cocobolo handles rather than laminated wood scales. The knife in the middle with the larger pins and modified guard is an example of the 5th variant, c.1977. (45% off), Sale Price 1,708,876 (20% off), Sale Price $66.55 #7. Bowie Knives - Knife Depot Looking for a real knife? There were variations of this pattern that were incorporated into air crew survival kits. (30% off), Sale Price 1,025,862 Comes with the original sheath, has two notches cutout at top, not sure why, but been there a while. 1964 to late 1965/early 1966. zzyzzogeton, thanks so much for your reply. The knife had been made by his brother, Rezin, a year prior. Who has the knowledge for this situation? Counter-Strike: Global Offensive. The knife on the right in my picture above is an example of the 3rd variant. If you come across a chrome plated Western Bowie it was probably plated for jungle use. If you don't have an account, create one here. Many sellers on Etsy offer personalized, made-to-order items. If it is legible and anyone can fill in any blanks or dispute any of the data, I am receptive to discussion. Stainless steel does not peel off as you know. According to Westerns 1986 catalog they started producing the W49 in 1964. Original Price 1,898,817 bowie vintage knife: Search Result | eBay It was thrown in the dirt by a local maker. Westmark Knives | Arizona Custom Knives I am glad that I resisted the SOF mods back in the 80's. Camillus closed it doors for the last time in April of 2007. From handmade pieces to vintage treasures ready to be loved again, Etsy is the global marketplace for unique and creative goods. Free shipping on orders $99+. Western made at least two different stock numbered bowies during the Vietnam time period. The "J" on you knife is a date code. Gil Hibben 65TH Anniversary Old West Bowie Knife And Sheath - Stainless Steel Blade, Wooden Handle, Gold-Plated Guard $109.99 by Colonel26 Wed May 02, 2018 10:54 am, Post Please. 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, https://www.bladeforums.com/threads/new-members-please-read-this-what-is-my-knife-worth.904093/. Blade edge is still quite sharp, and blade has been old period cleaned and is . Description. Please. . The other three were heavly pitted from the jungle. And the sales receipt is proof of age. sogmanjoe, The USMC Rader Battalions of WW2 made this pattern their own and therefore famous. I cut the hilt down took some belly off the blade, had a sheath made and for a total investment of $40.00 got a knife that has served me well. At least I know the knife was made between 1977 and 1980, thanks for the help! Thanks for all the Western Bowie related info, catalog links, etc. Free shipping on orders $99+. 1978 was "B" and so on. 3,338,731, 4,173,456 Etsy is powered by 100% renewable electricity. The jets rip has an easily broken cat guard and a very thick grind not and efficient chopper . by zzyzzogeton Fri Dec 15, 2017 3:46 am, Post Western Knives of Boulder Colorado made four models of the Bowie knife. Take full advantage of our site features by enabling JavaScript. 0 CART. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. 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 Create an Account Stay up to date withYour Favorite Knife Makers. by WesternBowieAxe Wed May 02, 2018 3:11 am, Post It could have been a special order as there were Western Bowies ordered by 5th Special Forces with blade inscriptions. ** I "BUY" KNIVES ** - Any Size Collection!!! Try using a different browser or disabling ad blockers. The Best Bowie Knives of 2023 | Field & Stream Expect to see hard use and pitting on any knife used in Vietnam as the jungle destroyed them pretty good. (45% off), Sale Price 2,422,280 2,733,744, 4,205,911 As I've mentioned I've been offered a nice roi for my blade, but I'm not sure I would take a truck in exchange. that was when i was riding with a club, i'm 6'2'' and 230 lbs (wish i still was ) and nobody messed with me, great trouble detorent lol. (30% off), Sale Price $123.74 The knife on the left is the 2nd variant of the W49 and is blade marked: WESTERN / BOWIE / USA. $135.00, $150.00 2,359,467, 4,289,941 (15% off), Sale Price 4,256,897 Original Price $121.00 All have positives all have negatives oh to decide i still have the one i bought back in the '70's i wore every where butt work. I'm curious on the W49/ or other western knife bowies as a woods knife. My knife has an abbreviated guard that was done by a previous owner and is currently semi-Bagwellized. Tim-I found out a long time ago, from returning Vietnam veterans, was that they gave away their knives to buddies or indig troops before they left. Learn more. Original Price 4,662,315 Mine is a coleman with a k stamp on it. sp 8 weighs a ton, if I wanted a field piece I would take the w49 over it ant day of the week. Create a Show & TellReport as inappropriate. by zzyzzogeton Fri Dec 15, 2017 4:04 am, Post 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. Dont see this option? Set where you live, what language you speak, and the currency you use. 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! I turned the log over, picked up the W49 and finished chopping through the log in eight minutes. 2. (70% off), Sale Price 899,015 Bottom line if you want a western Bowie that was actully used in Vietnam you need good provinence on the knife. I'm going to put a better edge on it and try it out! I have two other knives my cousin gave me in 1969 when he returned from Vietnam. Top Rated Seller. 1,775,148, 4,437,574 Tramonti di Sopra, Friuli Venezia Giulia, IT | Live Local and Global See the full list: Hotels near Worlds Largest Bowie Knife. Value for money . (30% off), Sale Price 3,338,731 In 1838 Rezin P. Bowie, brother of Alamo hero James Bowie claimed that he made the first Bowie knife while the Bowies lived in Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana. 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. We've got Bowie knives of all shapes and sizes at Knife Depot. No chips or cracks in handles. The Bowie knife began as a gift of love from one brother to another, but the weapon proved invaluable in the famous 1827 Sandbar . hardwood handles,leather sheath. thank joe, Here's a thread on another forum that may help you: http://www.knifeforums.com/forums/showtopiid/872513/tp/1/. $110. http://img443.No_outside_hosting.us/i/cbf7pjgcwkkgrhqyoknmez4.jpg/. The blade has been sharpened but with care. Original Price 1,995,074 Engraved on brass guard CON EVANS and on the other side of guard CHICO. Original Price 4,205,911 Original Price $185.00 Check out the weather around the world with our featured, global weather cams Yes! Used one for years for yardwork, camping, etc till I discovered machetes. 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. $86.70, $289.00 See the top reviewed local furniture stores and showrooms in Tramonti di Sopra, Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy on Houzz. Original Price $28.00 It is guard marked: WESTERN BOULDER / COLO. USA on the mark side and BOWIE on the pile side. You must be logged in to contact sellers. Keep in mind that anyone can view public collectionsthey may also appear in recommendations and other places. They come all sorts of ways. from United States. One must handle this knife to appreciate the quality. Consistently earned 5-star reviews, shipped orders on time, and replied quickly to messages, Looks like you already have an account! Western made at least two different stock numbered "bowies" during the Vietnam time period. Im thinking these must have come from their custom shop. It's the 30s to 76 that is sometimes enigmatic. 1,025,862, 1,206,897 Learn more. There was a problem subscribing you to this newsletter. I have two of them. The only sure way to get one that was in Vietnam is from a vet that can document the knife. Or am I missing something? by kootenay joe Fri Dec 15, 2017 3:03 pm, Post There are things in the old Book which I may not be able to explain, but I fully accept it as the infallible word of God, and receive its teachings as inspired by the Holy Spirit.. It is guard marked:WESTERN BOULDER / COLO. USA on the mark side and BOWIE on the pile side. AAPK Tips and Tricks -- An Illustrated FAQ Forum on Steriods, Knife Lore - Traditional Knives From the Old Days, Canal Street Cutlery Collector's Forum, Cattaraugus Cutlery Collector's Forum, Great Eastern Cutlery (GEC) Collector's Forum, Robeson Cutlery Company Collector's Forum, Schatt & Morgan Knife Collector's Forum, Knife Related Creation, Modification, And Restoration Forums. I took it, the aforementioned W49 and a Case Alamo Bowie out in the yard and started chopping on a old log of locust wood I'd had laying around for a couple of years. Western started making stainless versions of some of their knives as early as 1967. I cleaned them up and blued one of them for a more uniform patina. View Etsys Privacy Policy. The ones marked W49 with large handle bolts are questionable to me. You are using an out of date browser. 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. Damascus Steel: Is My Knife Real or Fake. It is blade marked: WESTERN / USA / W49 with the letter "A" which signifies the first year that Western implemented the alphabetical date code . Western didn't seem to keep real accurate records. Original Price 2,997,044 I have a long list of knives I kick myself for not buying. When Coleman bought Western in 1984, they continued the practice, up through M. When Camillus bought Western from Coleman in 1991, they dropped the practice. Found something you love but want to make it even more uniquely you? Just when you think you have them figured out one turns up that does not fit the mold. 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. I was surprised by the thinness of the spine. $22.40, $28.00 It is supposed to have catalog pages showing the available knives from before WW2 through 1979. Original Price $297.22 (15% off), Sale Price $84.99 In addition, their handsome appearance makes them favorites for collectors. 1,056,736, 1,243,264 Handle variations are cocobolo, stag & bakelite. I have handled about five Western Bowies that were used in Vietnam. Both have stacked leather handles, and 8" Marble's Ideal style blades. (45% off), Sale Price 1,952,663