This massive Bowie knife is not only impressive to behold, let along wield, but it is an accurate reproduction of knives from the Confederate arsenal found in Milledgeville, GA.
The clip point blade is forged from a 3/16" thick piece of 1095 spring steel. It has been quenched and tempered for maximum edge retention and toughness. The false edge has been sharpened to give the ability to perform a 'back-cut', just like the historic examples. The D-guard has been hand forged from round stock, and the handle has been carefully carved out with a draw-knife.
If you're interested in learning more about the making of this knife, check out the Youtube vide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdlncNVKVlk.
The sheath design is also taken from the Milledgeville finds, with a full leather construction, reinforced throat, copper rivets, and a heavy belt loop.
This is the perfect knife for anyone interested in the Civil War, or for those just love big knives. For those looking for authenticity, this knife was made much the same as the historic examples from 1860.
Blade length: 16"
Overall length: 23"
Grip length: 5.2"
Knife weight: 28oz
Overall weight: 37.2oz
You can watch the full length making-of video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdlncNVKVlk
You can buy this knife here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/676156671/d-guard-bowie-knife-hand-forged-16-blade?ref=shop_home_active_1
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