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Massive spear point Bowie knife marked Holtzapffel and Co. 64 Charing Cross, with German silver gu

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:1,500.00 USD
Massive spear point Bowie knife marked  Holtzapffel and Co. 64 Charing Cross, with  German silver gu
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Massive spear point Bowie knife marked Holtzapffel and Co. 64 Charing Cross, with German silver guard and mounts, stag grip, circa 1850s-60s. The blade measures 14-1/8", 20-1/2" overall, the blade approximately 2"wide at widest point and constructed of thick stock measuring nearly 5/16" in width at widest point of back edge. The grip measures 6-1/4" from guard to pommel. The blade is beautifully ground and made by a top qualitymaker; the blade is in very good+ to near fine condition showing its original polish with minor staining and scratching. The stag grip is nicely aged with good patina and good patina on German silver mounts.Incredibly well balanced and of the type favored during the Civil War. Est.: $3,000-$6,000