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2728 - Two Bowie knives, Sheffield (UK), circa 1860
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Two Bowie knives, Sheffield (UK), circa 1860 The first knife features a back blade and a double-edged tip. Marked on the left side with "G. Wostenholm & Son Washington Works Sheffield." A large "IXL" is stamped at the left base of the blade. Blade slightly stained. Sturdy nickel silver guard bars; stag horn scales riveted with nickel silver pins; nickel silver plaque on the left side. Wooden, leather-lined sheath with a nickel silver mouthplate; lower fitting missing. Length in sheath: 27 cm. Second knife with a back blade and a pike point. Marked in various ways on the left side, including “H. Crookes & Co Sheffield.” Blackened wooden handle scales with brass fittings. Leather sheath slightly embossed. Length in sheath: 28.5 cm. Condition: II
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Armor, Edged Weapons, and Antique Firearms - IIAuction house
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