EXTREMELY RARE, UNUSUAL AND UNIQUE W. BUTCHER FOLDING BOWIE KNIFE WITH MASSIVE SPADE SHAPED BLADE.

This fabulous Bowie shows little wear with checkered ivory slab grips, floral silver escutcheons on pommel. Blade marked “W. BUTCHER / SHEFFIELD” on ricasso and “WARRANTED OF THE BEST QUALITY” on blade. This is a formidable massive folder made at the height of the Bowie knife craze, circa 1835. William Butcher is among the earliest Sheffield Bowie makers best known for his dog bone knives with Spanish notches. You will never see another folder like this of such high quality and condition made by among the earliest of the Sheffield cutlers. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Fine overall. 6-1/2″ blade which flares to 1-1/2″ from 1″ ricasso which is .25″ thick, overall bright/gray with small areas of staining and pitting, old sharpening. Blade markings are crisp and discernible. Above Butcher stamp can be seen remnants of the “WR & Crown” typically seen on other William Butcher’s (King William IV, Reign 1830-37). Knife measures 12-3/4″ overall, fully functional locking mechanism, “certifiable antique elephant” ivory slabs are excellent with little wear and no discernible cracking, German silver crossguard and pommels are smooth with only light wear with a few light dents and scratches. 50412-60 (7,000-9,000) ESA – Lot 1258

Auction: Firearms - April 2017

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
	1258	$8,625.00	EXTREMELY RARE, UNUSUAL AND UNIQUE W. BUTCHER FOLDING BOWIE KNIFE WITH MASSIVE SPADE SHAPED BLADE. This fabulous Bowie shows little wear with checkered ivory slab grips, floral silver escutcheons on pommel. Blade marked “W. BUTCHER / SHEFFIELD” on ricasso and “WARRANTED OF THE BEST QUALITY” on blade. This is a formidable massive folder made at the height of the Bowie knife craze, circa 1835. William Butcher is among the earliest Sheffield Bowie makers best known for his dog bone knives with Spanish notches. You will never see another folder like this of such high quality and condition made by among the earliest of the Sheffield cutlers. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Fine overall. 6-1/2″ blade which flares to 1-1/2″ from 1″ ricasso which is .25″ thick, overall bright/gray with small areas of staining and pitting, old sharpening. Blade markings are crisp and discernible. Above Butcher stamp can be seen remnants of the “WR & Crown” typically seen on other William Butcher’s (King William IV, Reign 1830-37). Knife measures 12-3/4″ overall, fully functional locking mechanism, “certifiable antique elephant” ivory slabs are excellent with little wear and no discernible cracking, German silver crossguard and pommels are smooth with only light wear with a few light dents and scratches. 50412-60 (7,000-9,000) ESA – Lot 1258 Auction: Firearms - April 2017 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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EXTREMELY RARE, UNUSUAL AND UNIQUE W. BUTCHER FOLDING BOWIE KNIFE WITH MASSIVE SPADE SHAPED BLADE.