Civil War Bowie Short Sword

Most Bowie knife blades are shaped differently than this one – it actually has more in common with a cavalry saber or a machete. But the term "Bowie knife" has become almost generic for longer, fixed knives, and knives like this South Civil War Bowie knife with knuckle bow were used from the earliest days of the War between the States. Our Bowie knife with a knuckle bow has a hand forged, single-edged carbon steel blade with a long ridge and a false edge that takes up between one-third and one-half of the blade. This knife has a full tang that is riveted securely to the knuckle bow. The grip is made of hardwood. This South Civil War Bowie knife with knuckle bow comes with a leather scabbard with a mount and chape.

Specifications

Total length: 57 cm
Blade length: 45 cm
Grip length: 10.5 cm
Weight: 0.61kg
Blade thickness (base): 4.6 mm
Blade width (base): 4.0 cm