CONFEDERATE RIFLEMANS KNIFE

CONFEDERATE RIFLEMANS KNIFE. This knife is maybe the finest example noted of this pattern, which is made by same maker as the “Pott’s” bowie bayonet. This knife, made with half-moon shaped pommel to rest knife when knife is stuck in log or ground, is quite rare. We know of only a few examples. Scabbard, blade and grip are almost identical to the Confederate Bowie bayonet also offered in this sale. Though we are not positive as to the maker, this knife is extremely well crafted and possibly by a rifle maker whom many think might be Rees Fitzpatrick of Natchez, MS. Regardless of maker, North or South, this is a wonderful rarity you may never see offered again. SIZE: Overall 15-3/8″. Blade 10-1/4″. CONDITION: Knife and scabbard overall are very good – fine. Blade is bright with much orig finish with scattered staining and pin-prick pitting. There is a chip about 1/2″ long in cutting edge about 6-1/2″ from tip as seen in photos. Rosewood grip is fine. Brass crossguard, pommel and scabbard mounts are very good though cleaned exhibiting patina in less exposed areas. Scabbard is sold but lacks finish with etching and crazing. Belt loop is missing other than remnants of 2 ends. 4-37266 JS253 (4,000-6,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2008

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
	2462	$4,025.00	CONFEDERATE RIFLEMANS KNIFE. This knife is maybe the finest example noted of this pattern, which is made by same maker as the “Pott’s” bowie bayonet. This knife, made with half-moon shaped pommel to rest knife when knife is stuck in log or ground, is quite rare. We know of only a few examples. Scabbard, blade and grip are almost identical to the Confederate Bowie bayonet also offered in this sale. Though we are not positive as to the maker, this knife is extremely well crafted and possibly by a rifle maker whom many think might be Rees Fitzpatrick of Natchez, MS. Regardless of maker, North or South, this is a wonderful rarity you may never see offered again. SIZE: Overall 15-3/8″. Blade 10-1/4″. CONDITION: Knife and scabbard overall are very good – fine. Blade is bright with much orig finish with scattered staining and pin-prick pitting. There is a chip about 1/2″ long in cutting edge about 6-1/2″ from tip as seen in photos. Rosewood grip is fine. Brass crossguard, pommel and scabbard mounts are very good though cleaned exhibiting patina in less exposed areas. Scabbard is sold but lacks finish with etching and crazing. Belt loop is missing other than remnants of 2 ends. 4-37266 JS253 (4,000-6,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2008 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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