FINE AND RARE SHARP & HAMILTON, NASHVILLE PLOW WORKS CONFEDERATE BOWIE KNIFE.

This fine and unique double edged Bowie is prominently photographed and described on page 135 of Confederate Bowie Knives by Melton, Phillips & Sexton. There are several variants of these extremely well made birds-head pommel, solid brass-hilted fighting knives. This example measures just over 15″ with blade 10-9/16″, 1-3/4″ wide and .26″ thick. This knife is in beautiful “as found” condition and is among only a handful of known examples of all variant blade designs. PROVENANCE: Collection of John Ashworth. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Blade is grey, still showing some original tool marks with staining, scattered pitting and point is rounded. Sand-cast brass grip is stippled exhibiting dark patina in recesses and a light mustard color otherwise. 49350-8 JS (7,000-9,000) – Lot 3394

Auction: Firearms - October 2015

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	3394	$6,900.00	FINE AND RARE SHARP & HAMILTON, NASHVILLE PLOW WORKS CONFEDERATE BOWIE KNIFE. This fine and unique double edged Bowie is prominently photographed and described on page 135 of Confederate Bowie Knives by Melton, Phillips & Sexton. There are several variants of these extremely well made birds-head pommel, solid brass-hilted fighting knives. This example measures just over 15″ with blade 10-9/16″, 1-3/4″ wide and .26″ thick. This knife is in beautiful “as found” condition and is among only a handful of known examples of all variant blade designs. PROVENANCE: Collection of John Ashworth. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Blade is grey, still showing some original tool marks with staining, scattered pitting and point is rounded. Sand-cast brass grip is stippled exhibiting dark patina in recesses and a light mustard color otherwise. 49350-8 JS (7,000-9,000) – Lot 3394 Auction: Firearms - October 2015 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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FINE AND RARE SHARP & HAMILTON, NASHVILLE PLOW WORKS CONFEDERATE BOWIE KNIFE.