21 - Western Cutlery Carbon Steel Bowie Knife

Western Cutlery Carbon Steel Bowie Knife Western Cutlery Bowie knife, model W49, c. 1979. The fixed-blade knife features a large clip-point blade constructed of carbon steel. The hilt is composed of a wide, S-shaped brass crossguard and a dark hardwood handle, likely rosewood or walnut. Three brass pins secure the contoured wood scales to the full tang, which terminates in a bird's head pommel. The blade features a small choil at the base of the primary cutting edge. Accompanied by the original brown leather swivel-style sheath featuring a metal ring attachment and belt loop. The ricasso is stamped Western U.S.A. W49 and bears a single C date code. 16" L x 5" W. Blade length 10 in. 11C CONDITION: The blade shows heavy dark patina, surface oxidation, and scattered pitting throughout both sides. Significant sharpening wear is visible along the primary edge and swedge. The brass crossguard displays a dull, aged patina with surface scratches and verdigris at the handle junction. The wood scales remain structurally sound with minor surface nicks. The leather sheath exhibits heavy wear, including surface cracking, significant scuffing, and darkening. The metal hardware on the sheath shows surface oxidation. NOTICE TO BIDDERS: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition. Photos are considered part of the condition report. Complete condition information is available by request, please request no later than 24 hours prior to the auction. All lots are offered and sold "as is", and Willow Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated.