Thanks GIRLYmann! And you are spot-on when you allude to "gray areas." Tim-I found out a long time ago, from returning Vietnam veterans, was that they gave away their knives to buddies or indig troops before they left. Consistently earned 5-star reviews, shipped orders on time, and replied quickly to messages, Looks like you already have an account! "Leather handled Bowie". One must handle this knife to appreciate the quality. Original Price $149.97 Please check your browser settings or contact your system administrator. Check out completed auctions on the 'Bay for an idea of value. With the above in mind at this time I would advise you to look for knives with one of the following markings: This is generally excepted as the first variation of the W49, This is the next version of blade marking the W49. Etsys 100% renewable electricity commitment includes the electricity used by the data centers that host Etsy.com, the Sell on Etsy app, and the Etsy app, as well as the electricity that powers Etsys global offices and employees working remotely from home in the US. Sale Price 1,775,148 (20% off), Sale Price $36.50 (70% off), Sale Price 2,684,911 The Timber Rattler Western Outlaw Bowie Knife is the best of the best when it comes to getting a great bowie knife on a budget. Yea it is an old thread. 1978 was "B" and so on. Ive got WW2 and earlier knives that left the factory chrome plated and most of them look as new or close to it. Even though we were young and we knew every thing. Handle variations are cocobolo, stag & bakelite. Orsold or pawned to shops in Fayettenam! The knife on the left is the 2nd variant of the W49 and is blade marked: The knife in the middle with the larger pins and modified guard is an example of the 5th variant, c.1977. All items come from a SMOKE-FREE environment! Bowie Knife. It still could be post Vietnam presentation item but who knows. Can't see it in picture but blade in engraved with soldiers name and 69 - 70 Vietnam. Those partners may have their own information theyve collected about you. This knife has a stock number of S-649. JavaScript is disabled. I think the pre-Coleman ones - at least some of them - had real Cocobolo handles rather than laminated wood scales. But I believe I can give you some good advice. Although it was mainly used and marketed as a hunting knife, its origins were that of a weapon. The way you set up your knife photos is inspiring. Thanks to Tom Williams who had it in with some old Western documents. Original Price 2,216,502 i don't need to use it too much. This is the Western Bowie USA knife and the scarce Vietnam era 2nd variation, this tang stamp was produced circa 1966-1968. Wild West Bowie Knives. I had a new one in the box a few years ago and let it go too cheap for 100.00 at a gun show so I could purchase something else. IMHO many more variations on these knives also fall into the proper Vietnam time period. (60% off), Sale Price 4,173,623 How easy or difficult is it to come across a Western Bowie that actually looks like it may have seen use during the Vietnam War. RARE Vintage Western 2 Blade #691 TRAPPER BONE Handle NICE ! The Western W-49 is made of 1095 carbon steel. 1,183,432, 2,958,284 Original Price $400.00 I understand where you are coming from regarding edges. Looking for a real knife? I hope that there will be enough detail for me to identify the order of tang and guard stamp introduction on the W49s and other models as well. For International Buyers, Please Email before purchasing to determine the actuall shipping cost. i have had a western bowie for 30 years. It's all kind of murky and just passed on like we are doing here. A classic made in the USA bowie that vanished once camillus went bust. Charlie, http://img11.No_outside_hosting.us/g/cblziwcgkkgrhqyokpme0un.jpg/. by zzyzzogeton Fri Dec 15, 2017 3:43 am, Post See the top reviewed local furniture stores and showrooms in Tramonti di Sopra, Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy on Houzz. It is blade marked: WESTERN / USA / W49 with the letter "A" which signifies the first year that Western implemented the alphabetical date code (1977). 1,097,291, 1,995,074 Is it possible that the ones you think are chrome plated are STAINLESS STEEL and the ones you think are not chromed are regular "carbon steel"??? 2,020,725, 3,367,876 $184.50, $615.00 sogmanjoe, The 4th variant, I believe, is similarly guard marked and stamped "W49" instead of Bowie, like the 3rd variant, on the pile side. NOTHING MADE IN CHINA!!! By: Westmark Knives Date Added: 02/22/2018 $175.00 Buy Now. Original Price 9,359,606 I am glad that I resisted the SOF mods back in the 80's.   United States   |   English (US)   |   $ (USD). Frequently bought together + Total price: To see our price, add these items to your cart. (25% off), Sale Price $77.64 I'm curious to know what year Western first manufactured the W49? (70% off), Sale Price 3,263,547 The unique design of the blade gave it its power and its name thanks to James Bowie, a hero of the Alamo gave it its prestige. Made in the USA!!! For Sale By: Sanders Knives (Sanders Knives), View all items for sale by Sanders Knives, Shipping & Handling to United States Addresses: $8.50. They sharpen up like a razor and I need to make heavy duty sheaths for them. This information will be very helpful in my search. Western started making stainless versions of some of their knives as early as 1967. The one in the picture with the chrome plated blade came from a vet and I have the documentation and a photo of him wearing the knife in Vietnam. The ones marked W49 with large handle bolts are questionable to me. Skinning/Hunting/Camping knife, Western States, Boulder Colorado 2 blade pocket knife / Advertising pocket knife c.1911-1950. In the 19th century, one of the most popular fixed-blade knives, the Bowie, appeared. Western Bowie 1984. I own one like this and I believe its version 1, there is a second stainless steel version that came out shortly after guard marked STAINLESS STEEL over BOWIE just like you said but I believe that to be version 2, let me know your thoughts. (60% off), Sale Price 2,807,882 Not that I advocate getting a knife for the sole purpose of making it collect dust in plain view. You are using an out of date browser. Create an Account Stay up to date withYour Favorite Knife Makers. Etsy is powered by 100% renewable electricity. The most common by far is the bowie with the wooden handle the (W49). Covert Knife. The jets rip has an easily broken cat guard and a very thick grind not and efficient chopper . VINTAGE WESTERN USA W49 BOWIE KNIFE Leather Sheath WWII Antique Original. I used the Forester first, while I was fresh. All of the W49s Ive seen from Western Cutlery are high carbon steel and most of them show some sign of aging after 30 plus years. If this is the knife I am thinking of (stacked leather handle with a traditional clip style blade) a friend had one when I was younger and as I recall the knife was darn near impossible to get an edge on. Original Price 4,205,911 It was also the last year that Western manufactured their knives in Boulder, Colorado. I didn't really like it so I gave it to my brother. Recently Added Knives by Maker Advanced Search Sell Your Knives. Nearly a foot and a half long. 32.9 un fullered blade has a simple IXL stamp to ricasso and 'CP' mark to surface. The cv recon/tm seem about twice as thick. Eventually purchased by Camillus in 1991, Western continued until Camillus expired in 2007. I regret not getting one when they were still being made. $2295 SIGNED WW11 FIGHTING KNIFE. They are the older high carbon blades. Original Price 2,758,374 If you come across a chrome plated Western Bowie it was probably plated for jungle use. 1,218,966, 2,216,502 I took it, the aforementioned W49 and a Case Alamo Bowie out in the yard and started chopping on a old log of locust wood I'd had laying around for a couple of years. 1964 to late 1965/early 1966. zzyzzogeton, thanks so much for your reply. Thanks for the replies, I picked up one. The western being thinner bites better. Original Price 6,157,389 1,666,256, 3,029,557 JavaScript is disabled. You never want to tell a Ranger he can't make a knife. In addition, their handsome appearance makes them favorites for collectors. Powered by, Badges | 2023 Created by Jan Carter. And, especially thanks for posting it here! 1978 was "B" and so on. Yes, that is one the first post-WW2 bowies made by Western. Western made at least two different stock numbered bowies during the Vietnam time period. 2,955,665, 9,852,217 Original Price $28.00 (50% off), Sale Price 1,516,995 hardwood handles,leather sheath. 3,338,731, 4,173,456 by zzyzzogeton Fri Dec 15, 2017 3:45 am, Post Yes! The knife on the left is the 2nd variant of the W49 and is blade marked: WESTERN / BOWIE / USA. Original Price $615.00 I have a long list of knives I kick myself for not buying. First off let me say this forum appears to be populated by some very knowledgeable people and some impressive knife makers. Western W49 Fixed Blade Bowie Survival Knife USA Leather Sheath Vintage: $260.00. Original Price 3,448,276 sp 8 weighs a ton, if I wanted a field piece I would take the w49 over it ant day of the week. Original Price 3,571,429 Send me exclusive offers, unique gift ideas, and personalized tips for shopping and selling on Etsy. Bottom line if you want a western Bowie that was actully used in Vietnam you need good provinence on the knife. (70% off), Sale Price $135.00 3,047,783, 4,063,793 So their history is rather murky, to say the least. Keep in mind that anyone can view public collectionsthey may also appear in recommendations and other places. Charlie. that was when i was riding with a club, i'm 6'2'' and 230 lbs (wish i still was ) and nobody messed with me, great trouble detorent lol. There are at least 4 more variations in knife markings and wooden handle type from then to 1977 when Western started date coding their knives on the blade. (30% off), Sale Price 1,183,432
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