The Bowie Knife: Historic & Collectable

These uniquely American blades have gained almost legend-like status for their role on the American frontier. Made famous by James “Jim“ Bowie and his famous Sandbar Fight, Bowie knives became immensely popular and saw a wide variety of styles, from the down & dirty to the highly ornate. “The knife that cuts twice“ has cemented its place in American history, and collectors continue to clamor for the Bowie knife - a blade which set a new standard of design and provides a fine canvas for generation after generation of bladesmiths to hone their art. ▬ Contents of this video ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 00:03 - Bowie Knives Introduction and History 00:23 - Who was Jim Bowie? 02:13 - Selections from the May Premier Auction 02:49 - Woodhead & Hartley Sheffield Etched Blade Bowie Knife (Lot 112) 02:49 - John Nicholson & Sons Sheffield Bowie Knife with Sheath (Lot 127) 02:49 - J. Lowe Sheffield “The