WELL CRAFTED LARGE CONFEDERATE D-GUARD BOWIE PICTURED IN “CONFEDERATE BOWIE KNIVES”.

This exact knife is pictured on pg 218 of Confederate Bowie Knives, Melton, Phillips & Sexton, 2012. 18″ overall. Though made by a gifted cutler, with 7″ false edge and 1″ cut-out choil, the steel was likely flawed and did not withstand the abuse to the the cutting edge which is noted in the lamination and chipping. Accompanied by Mr. Ballard’s hand drawn display card. PROVENANCE: Lifelong collection of Roger Ballard. CONDITION: Very good overall. 13-3/8″ blade as noted has chipping in cutting edge with an overall dark iron patina. This knife as tiny traces of dry-pencil etching on right side which was probably maker’s mark, though no longer discernible. Grip has hand worn patina and old tacking marks. 52703-8 JS (2,000-3,000) – Lot 3508

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Auction: Firearms - October 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
	3508	$2,587.50	WELL CRAFTED LARGE CONFEDERATE D-GUARD BOWIE PICTURED IN “CONFEDERATE BOWIE KNIVES”. This exact knife is pictured on pg 218 of Confederate Bowie Knives, Melton, Phillips & Sexton, 2012. 18″ overall. Though made by a gifted cutler, with 7″ false edge and 1″ cut-out choil, the steel was likely flawed and did not withstand the abuse to the the cutting edge which is noted in the lamination and chipping. Accompanied by Mr. Ballard’s hand drawn display card. PROVENANCE: Lifelong collection of Roger Ballard. CONDITION: Very good overall. 13-3/8″ blade as noted has chipping in cutting edge with an overall dark iron patina. This knife as tiny traces of dry-pencil etching on right side which was probably maker’s mark, though no longer discernible. Grip has hand worn patina and old tacking marks. 52703-8 JS (2,000-3,000) – Lot 3508 Click here to view provenance Auction: Firearms - October 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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WELL CRAFTED LARGE CONFEDERATE D-GUARD BOWIE PICTURED IN “CONFEDERATE BOWIE KNIVES”.