Lot 4176 CONFEDERATE D-GUARD BOWIE KNIFE.
17" overall, meaty 12.5" slightly upswept clip point blade, .25" thick at ricasso, 6" beveled top edge. Unusual form with forge welded cross guard to blade, & full tang. CONDITION: very good overall, "as found"; iron patina, forging flaws in blade, wood slab grip shaved, hand worn patina and few small insect holes. PROVENANCE: ex-Tommy Knox collection. (02-25376/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-3,000.
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