(15% off), Sale Price 4,256,897 L Lenka Kuerkov Cool Knives La Forge Lame Film Props Knife Handles Y Yves Tactical Swords Blacksmithing Knives Bowie Knives Good news! Facebook, Tags: Bagwell-Bowie, Bowie, Vintage, Western-Cutlery-W49. W49, W47, W45 and the W43. Original Price 6,978,325 It is stamped "WESTERN BOULDER / COLO. USA on one side and BOWIE on the other. I just scored a copy of Harvey Platts' "The Knife Makers Who Went West" from 1978. Click Buy it now or Add to cart and proceed to checkout. They come all sorts of ways. Both have stacked leather handles, and 8" Marble's Ideal style blades. Measures 15 inches long. Nothing to do with the Western Bowies, but included for posterity since people keep calling the Bushman a "V44"- These knives (the #18 and clones) are incorrectly called the V44 Marine Raider Bowie knife. Never sharpened, carried, or cleaned. You could buy it for its charming looks alone, but it performs nearly as well. The knife on the left is the 2nd variant of the W49 and is blade marked:WESTERN / BOWIE / USA. Original Price $149.97 I understand where you are coming from regarding edges. Stay up to date withYour Favorite Knife Makers. I was surprised by the thinness of the spine. Consistently earned 5-star reviews, shipped orders on time, and replied quickly to messages, Looks like you already have an account! To enable personalized advertising (like interest-based ads), we may share your data with our marketing and advertising partners using cookies and other technologies. Early productions blades were made of carbon steel, later productions are constructed of a high polished stainless. I didn't really like it so I gave it to my brother. The W49 is the most common found today. Handle variations are cocobolo, stag & bakelite. 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. As you can see it also has the small pins in the handle. 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". 1,056,736, 1,243,264 When I see a Vietnam used knife for sale that is in mint condition I usually pass. 1,218,966, 2,216,502 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. I was so ticked at the time I never tried chopping with it again. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. 1,025,862, 1,206,897 I don't know how long they made this knife but by the 1978 catalog it has disappeared. (70% off), Sale Price $89.17 Original Price 3,029,557 Original Price 3,448,276 It may not display this or other websites correctly. As a bowie knife, this was designed for hunting and survival, but as a high-priced Buck knife with a few dozen handle materials to choose from and the option to add a display box and an engraving it makes a pretty stellar gift and display piece. (60% off), Sale Price $86.70 Cut off the top guard years ago. (25% off), Sale Price 1,435,714 Try using a different browser or disabling ad blockers. but it has never failed me. Boker 1969 Z28-Damast Liner Lock Knife Blue Aluminum (3.15" Damascus) MSRP: $594.95 Our Price: $446.21 Preorder Down Payment: $5.00 Add to Cart Vargo Knives Sobata 398 Frame Lock Knife Titanium (3" Satin Sintered Ti) Our Price: $225.00 Add to Cart Jake Hoback Perseverance Fixed Blade Knife Black G-10 (6.1" Stonewash) Our Price: $365.00 Add to Cart 32.9 un fullered blade has a simple IXL stamp to ricasso and 'CP' mark to surface. Although it is not as pleasing to the eye as the wooden handled Western, it does have many of the same features as the V-44 pattern of old. It took me about thirty minutes to get halfway through the log. 1,183,432, 2,958,284 The 4th variant, I believe, is similarly guard marked and stamped "W49" instead of Bowie, like the 3rd variant, on the pile side. (60% off), Sale Price 2,807,882 (45% off), Sale Price 2,438,424 Try using a different browser or disabling ad blockers. 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(45% off), Sale Price 3,047,783 MERRY CHRISTMAS! But I feel like your chart is about as accurate a depiction as one is likely to find. If you come across a chrome plated Western Bowie it was probably plated for jungle use. Thanks to Tom Williams who had it in with some old Western documents. The ones brought home were kept, or given to some relative. Is it possible that the ones you think are chrome plated are STAINLESS STEEL and the ones you think are not chromed are regular "carbon steel"??? Original Price $289.00 Western didn't seem to keep real accurate records. i still have mine its a hellava knife!! Original Price 4,173,456 Many of the examples of Vietnam War vintage Bowies do not appear to have traveled any further west than the California shoreline . Captcha failed to load. (70% off), Sale Price 3,263,547 Absolutely! Western made at least two different stock numbered bowies during the Vietnam time period. Who has the knowledge for this situation? The marking are very important. I'm going to put a better edge on it and try it out! Charlie, http://img11.No_outside_hosting.us/g/cblziwcgkkgrhqyokpme0un.jpg/. At least none that I can find. US MILITARIA FORUM - COLLECTORS PRESERVING HISTORY I'm confused. I did it out of personal curiosity when I got my Forester. I would stay away from those not marked "BOWIE" on the blade or cross guard. This traditionally by zzyzzogeton Fri Dec 15, 2017 3:45 am, Post Through name changes--to Western States Cutlery Co. in 1953, then Western Cutlery Co. in 1956--and moves first across town and later to Longmont Colorado, the company stayed under the leadership of the Platt family until 1984. JavaScript is disabled. All items come from a SMOKE-FREE environment! There is another subset of the W49 knives what I term . 4,173,623, 8,347,245 I have never found any reference to Western chroming their knives. Original Price 3,550,296 The W49 is the 9 1/2" "V44" type with the immense S-curve guard and laminated rosewood slab handles. It was also the last year they were made in Boulder, CO. I'd sure like to find one and would pay good money to acquire it. (25% off), Sale Price 2,603,550 1,952,663, 3,550,296 Original leather sheath. In fact in 20 years of service, was never given a Vietnam carried knife. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Does shopping on Etsy help support small businesses? The straight-edge knife is fitted with a 7-inch blade and. (70% off), Sale Price $134.97 (30% off), Sale Price 3,338,731 Charlie, Teslleta: Here it is. It is blade marked: WESTERN / USA / W49 with the letter "A" which signifies the first year that Western implemented the alphabetical date code (1977). This photo illustrates what I mean when I speak of larger pins versus smaller pins. The Bowie knife began as a gift of love from one brother to another, but the weapon proved invaluable in the famous 1827 Sandbar . Because it still seems like an amazing knife. Average depth of cut with the same swing was almost a half inch. The knife on the right in my picture above is an example of the 3rd variant. Western W49 Bowie Knife - Vintage Bowie From Boulder Colorado CloverTac 14.9K subscribers 5.6K views 4 years ago #TacticalLeprechaun Today let's take a look at a cool vintage Western w49. The ONLY differences between versions #2, #3 and #4 are in stamp location(s). 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! 2,500,000, 3,571,429 Handle has the brass pins and rosewood handle. Original Price $169.99 I also believe that the guard marked "W49's" would have been made during the 1970's but prior to 1977 when the alphabetical date code started. They made several matching that description, but the most common I see are the 8" G46-8 or L46-8. As far as a real chopper goes, my W49 out performed my Spyderco/Hossum Forester in side by side testing. If your really lucky you might come across a presentation piece but that is still not a guarentee that it was in Vietnam. Sign up for a new account in our community. (25% off), Sale Price $77.64 Some of the technologies we use are necessary for critical functions like security and site integrity, account authentication, security and privacy preferences, internal site usage and maintenance data, and to make the site work correctly for browsing and transactions. I have been trying for some time to compile dating info and as you probably know there are some gray areas. The chrome one I own has a replacment sheath made of canvas. Still has factory edge. Turning off the personalized advertising setting wont stop you from seeing Etsy ads or impact Etsy's own personalization technologies, but it may make the ads you see less relevant or more repetitive. Original Price $150.00 (30% off), Sale Price 1,025,862 (40% off), Sale Price 2,359,467 One is the lack of surviving documents from the Western Cutlery Co. . This is a 1980s Western W-49 Bowie knife with rosewood and brass handle and tang valued at $160 to $200CAD. The knife in the middle with the larger pins and modified guard is an example of the 5th variant, c.1977. Take full advantage of our site features by enabling JavaScript. Thin edges can chop without damage, you just have to keep the blade straight so the force of the swing is aligned with the edge. Original Price 2,216,502 Original Price 4,881,657 According to Westerns 1986 catalog they started producing the W49 in 1964.   Vietnam   |   English (US)   |   (VND), remembering account, browser, and regional preferences, remembering privacy and security settings, personalized search, content, and recommendations, helping sellers understand their audience, showing relevant, targeted ads on and off Etsy. (70% off), Sale Price 2,684,911 The most common by far is the bowie with the wooden handle the (W49). Original Price $200.00 Wow Colonel, that is very special. $66.55, $121.00 3.3 3.3 . Free shipping on orders $99+. I hope that there will be enough detail for me to identify the order of tang and guard stamp introduction on the W49s and other models as well. These two variations appear during the time period of 1964 to at least 1967. Original Price 1,898,817 $299.99 eBay SUPER RARE KABAR HOBO PERFECT HANDLES KNIFE, FORK, SPOON 1923 TO 1037 $875.00 eBay Case XX USA 10 Dot 1970 5254 Trapper Genuine Stag Handles Unused N Mint Specks $345.00 eBay RARE VINTAGE CASE XX REDBONE SCOUT UTILITY KNIFE 6445 R 1940-64 "NICE!!! I did some chopping today, on a piece of maple that fell down in a storm a month ago. Shipping policies vary, but many of our sellers offer free shipping when you purchase from them. $75.30, $188.24 It is supposed to have catalog pages showing the available knives from before WW2 through 1979. Now I cleaned it up and sharpened it and it is my home office tactical letter opener. This massive knife was used in early Vietnam era it measures 15" from tip to hilt. Yes! Etsy uses cookies and similar technologies to give you a better experience, enabling things like: Detailed information can be found in Etsys Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy and our Privacy Policy. I own one like this and I believe its version 1, there is a second stainless steel version that came out shortly after guard marked STAINLESS STEEL over BOWIE just like you said but I believe that to be version 2, let me know your thoughts. (45% off), Sale Price $21.96 Camillus discontinued the use of date codes. Original Price 4,063,793 (45% off), Sale Price 1,637,685 Original Price $121.68 Description. Also they produced the stock number (649) a bowie with a handle made of synthetic stag for the handle. Engraved on brass guard CON EVANS and on the other side of guard CHICO. IMHO its hard to link gear made after 1972 to being In Country without being attached to some strong provenance. From handmade pieces to vintage treasures ready to be loved again, Etsy is the global marketplace for unique and creative goods. Colt revolvers aside, the Bowie knife was the weapon that made the Wild West wild. January 6, 2011 in EDGED WEAPONS, hi i want to get a vietnam western bowie knife, but not sure how to tell any differences if there is with them if anyone can help me it would be very helpful. Counter-Strike: Global Offensive. All of the W49s Ive seen from Western Cutlery are high carbon steel and most of them show some sign of aging after 30 plus years. Send me exclusive offers, unique gift ideas, and personalized tips for shopping and selling on Etsy. Etsys 100% renewable electricity commitment includes the electricity used by the data centers that host Etsy.com, the Sell on Etsy app, and the Etsy app, as well as the electricity that powers Etsys global offices and employees working remotely from home in the US. Thanks! This full-tang sawback Bowie knife is designed for heavy use in brutal survival situations. Made in the USA!!! The real surprise to me was the Case Bowie chopping all the way through in fifteen minutes. Original Price 7,118,227 (10% off), Sale Price $148.00 Western Outlaw Bowie Knife by Timber Rattler It is 17 inches long and is almost 0.5 inches wide. 4,256,897, 6,978,325 Original Price 2,958,284 The ones marked W49 with large handle bolts are questionable to me. Gil Hibben 65TH Anniversary Old West Bowie Knife And Sheath - Stainless Steel Blade, Wooden Handle, Gold-Plated Guard $109.99 This is the Western Bowie USA knife and the scarce Vietnam era 2nd variation, this tang stamp was produced circa 1966-1968. This is a great bowie knife that you can get for under $30. How easy or difficult is it to come across a Western Bowie that actually looks like it may have seen use during the Vietnam War. Vintage Western U.S.A W49 Bowie Knife Pre-Owned C $337.45 Top Rated Seller or Best Offer from United States Sponsored Extremely rare, Western Cutlery, model W49 Bowie fighting knife C $607.40 or Best Offer from United States Sponsored Vintage Large Western Bowie Knife W49 F Pre-Owned C $337.44 Buy It Now +C $27.52 shipping estimate Mine probably dates back farther than yours (before Coleman bought Western) and the vanadium steel they used back then was excellent. An "I" version would be from 1985, the year after Coleman took over. Under Add your personalization, the text box will tell you what the seller needs to know. The Western W-49 is made of 1095 carbon steel. Some of the technologies we use are necessary for critical functions like security and site integrity, account authentication, security and privacy preferences, internal site usage and maintenance data, and to make the site work correctly for browsing and transactions. (45% off), Sale Price 1,952,663 Western Alamo Bowie Knife 4.8 ( 10 reviews) Your Price: $106.99 Solid stainless steel blade Handsome wooden handle with gold pins Engraved Jim Bowie name plate Includes leather sheath and certificate of authenticity Measures: 11" blade; 17 1/4" overall Product Description From the movie "The Alamo" comes the world renown Jim Bowie knife. Bowie Knife Cold Steel Fixed Blade Knife Knives And Swords When this U.S. Army Ranger was 10 he made a knife. A top-end bowie knife that's been around since World War II, the Ka-Bar U.S. Marine Corps Bowie Knife is durable and versatile.   United States   |   English (US)   |   $ (USD). And you are spot-on when you allude to "gray areas." Average depth of cut with a full swing was about a quarter inch. It has alot of documentation and looks good. Its 11 and 3/8 inches full tang steel blade is sharp right out of the box and will come in handy when performing a wide variety of tasks. Chrome plating of the blade was to protect it from rust in the jungle. (50% off), Sale Price 1,896,552 It's the 30s to 76 that is sometimes enigmatic. Bowie Knife. Shipping Discounts Available for Multiple Items Purchased from Sanders Knives: If this item is purchased with another item from Sanders Knives that has a shipping cost of $8.50 or more, standard shipping to US addresses for this item will be discounted to $1.00. We also created 2.6 million jobs in the U.S.enough to employ the entire city of Houston, TX! I guess I have been lucky over the past 35 years of collecting. The USMC Rader Battalions of WW2 made this pattern their own and therefore famous. There were variations of this pattern that were incorporated into air crew survival kits. 1,912,315, 2,249,754 Depending on the exact age of the knives, they may be very good steel. Report an Issue | i don't need to use it too much. Charlie. Free shipping on orders $99+. For Sale By: Sanders Knives (Sanders Knives), View all items for sale by Sanders Knives, Shipping & Handling to United States Addresses: $8.50. Frequently bought together + Total price: To see our price, add these items to your cart. 1 month ago on ebay.com. Etsys 100% renewable electricity commitment includes the electricity used by the data centers that host Etsy.com, the Sell on Etsy app, and the Etsy app, as well as the electricity that powers Etsys global offices and employees working remotely from home in the US. It holds a razor sharp edge and for a knife with a 9 inch blade does a wonderful job. Original Price 9,852,217 The letters used start with "A" for 1977 and go on to "0" for 1991 when Camillus bought the rights to Western at auction. Original Price $121.00 For International Buyers, Please Email before purchasing to determine the actuall shipping cost. Ive got WW2 and earlier knives that left the factory chrome plated and most of them look as new or close to it. Original Price 4,437,574 Craftsmanship . Please. Looking for a real knife? I regret not getting one when they were still being made. 3.2 3.2 . Pics would help to identify the knife. Original Price 2,758,374 Powered by Invision Community. (70% off). While it may not be everyone's self-defense weapon of choice, a Bowie knife is an excellent hunting knife. A classic made in the USA bowie that vanished once camillus went bust. If there is a letter on the blade under the Western name it is post 1977. I have a long list of knives I kick myself for not buying. (45% off), Sale Price 1,056,736 You must be logged in to contact sellers. I bought one at a Sheriff's auction about 20 years ago. (20% off), Sale Price $66.55 All About Pocket Knives is a knife related resource center for buying, selling, researching, and discussing all things knives, Post Back in the early, and late 70's, all the guys I approached for any type of knife, especially SOG knives, said they left them in Vietnam. Camillus produced the W49 until 2006. The stamping is only on the Brass guard and there are no letters denoting age. Top Rated Seller. $36.50, $121.68 If the knife has the original leather sheath I expect to see some pretty hard use on that leather. (45% off), Sale Price 2,068,966 Stuart Bowie Knife $99.95 Details Robert E. Lee Prestige Edition Bowie Knife $99.95 Details Battle of Gettysburg Bowie Knife $99.95 Details Stonewall Jackson Bowie Knife $99.95 Details P.G.T. 2,955,665, 9,852,217 Large WW11 Fighting knife with maker mark.

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