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"Bowie" Hunting Knife

 

IMSA#:  A-001

Estimated Date:   1882

Country of Origin:   England

Manufacturer:   Made by Louis Dee, London. Retailed by P & F Shafer, London

Catalog No.:    None

Material:   Sterling, horn with steel blade. Alligator sheath with sterling accruements

Markings:   English hallmarks for London, 1882 plus makers and retailers mark on both the knife and sheath.

Patent/Design No.:   No

Patent/Design Date:   No

Size (Inches):    Knife 10 x 1 3/4; Sheath 6 7/8 x 2

Reverse:   See photo

Description and Comments:   "Bowie" type hunting knife. End has match compartment with striker on outside.

Submitted By:    Mr. Vesta

 

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