UNIQUE AND EXTREMELY FINE CONFEDERATE BOWIE KNIFE WITH ALFRED HUNTER IVORY GRIP.

This extremely well made Bowie measures 16-1/4″ overall with 11-1/2″ clip point blade, .25″ thick. Blade is beautifully saber ground still retaining original tool marks with about a 3″ clip and is still extremely sharp. The craftsman who made this knife utilized an ivory grip no doubt from an Alfred Hunter circa 1835 Bowie adding a brass ferrule, 2-3/4″ turned down iron crossguard, copper throat, tin drag and iron frog button. This is among the most attractive and pleasing large Confederate side knives you will see. PROVENANCE: Ex-Virginia Estate; Wayne McNeese Collection. 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: Blade is overall gray/white with staining and light pitting, there is a hairline crack in cutting edge that is barely visible at about mid-point. All metal whether is iron, brass, copper or German silver has untouched patinas. Knife fits scabbard snugly and is unsewn along closed edge about 3/4 of its length, brown leather scabbard body retains most of its polish with scattered areas of crazing, light scuffing and numerous small blemishes unaffecting the overall aesthetics. “Certifiable Antique Ivory” grip has several longitudinal cracks has pleasant patina, missing original German silver cap. 50428-3 JS (8,000-12,000) IVORY – Lot 4421

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Auction: Firearms - October 2016

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
	4421	$0.00	UNIQUE AND EXTREMELY FINE CONFEDERATE BOWIE KNIFE WITH ALFRED HUNTER IVORY GRIP. This extremely well made Bowie measures 16-1/4″ overall with 11-1/2″ clip point blade, .25″ thick. Blade is beautifully saber ground still retaining original tool marks with about a 3″ clip and is still extremely sharp. The craftsman who made this knife utilized an ivory grip no doubt from an Alfred Hunter circa 1835 Bowie adding a brass ferrule, 2-3/4″ turned down iron crossguard, copper throat, tin drag and iron frog button. This is among the most attractive and pleasing large Confederate side knives you will see. PROVENANCE: Ex-Virginia Estate; Wayne McNeese Collection. 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: Blade is overall gray/white with staining and light pitting, there is a hairline crack in cutting edge that is barely visible at about mid-point. All metal whether is iron, brass, copper or German silver has untouched patinas. Knife fits scabbard snugly and is unsewn along closed edge about 3/4 of its length, brown leather scabbard body retains most of its polish with scattered areas of crazing, light scuffing and numerous small blemishes unaffecting the overall aesthetics. “Certifiable Antique Ivory” grip has several longitudinal cracks has pleasant patina, missing original German silver cap. 50428-3 JS (8,000-12,000) IVORY – Lot 4421 Click here to view provenance Auction: Firearms - October 2016 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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UNIQUE AND EXTREMELY FINE CONFEDERATE BOWIE KNIFE WITH ALFRED HUNTER IVORY GRIP.