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. This will differ depending on what options are available for the item. But you know that. Description. There were variations of this pattern that were incorporated into air crew survival kits. Original Price 1,898,817 2,020,725, 3,367,876 Suggestions, Questions, Comments, Concerns, Alerts, Etc Member Store Tips, Tricks & Instructions, The Western Bowie / W49 Identification Thread, Re: The Western Bowie / W49 Identification Thread. For Sale By: Sanders Knives (Sanders Knives), View all items for sale by Sanders Knives, Shipping & Handling to United States Addresses: $8.50. Made in the USA!!! Antique and Vintage Fixed Blade Knives | Collectors Weekly The appearance of items in the individual listings may vary slightly from the one above. But theres always the chance that more documents are yet to surface that will clear things up. Not that I advocate getting a knife for the sole purpose of making it collect dust in plain view. (10% off), Sale Price $22.40 Good news! 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. 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. Original Price 4,876,847 You are using an out of date browser. Learn more. Stay up to date withYour Favorite Knife Makers. Now I see them going for very good money. Timber Rattler Western Outlaw Bowie Knife Check Price. by zzyzzogeton Fri Dec 15, 2017 3:44 am, Post by zzyzzogeton Fri Dec 15, 2017 3:48 am, Post Boy, I'll say! At first only a jobbing business, by 1920 construction and machinery purchases were underway to begin manufacture of knives. Captcha failed to load. Because of our large inventory (over 10,000 knives in stock), your order will ship quickly - often the same day. Also they produced the stock number (649) a bowie with a handle made of synthetic stag for the handle. 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. Western started putting the year letter on their knives in 1977 with an "A". Through name changes--to Western States Cutlery Co. in 1953, then Western Cutlery Co. in 1956--and moves first across town and later to Longmont Colorado, the company stayed under the leadership of the Platt family until 1984. The 4th variant also has larger pins. I guess I have been lucky over the past 35 years of collecting. Original Price 2,758,374 This type of data sharing may be considered a sale of information under California privacy laws. Bowie Knife | Lore (Minimal Wear) - Steam Community Market (25% off), Sale Price 1,218,966 Western W49 - For Sale Classifieds (40% off), Sale Price 2,359,467 Western W49 Bowie Knife - Vintage Bowie From Boulder Colorado CloverTac 14.9K subscribers 5.6K views 4 years ago #TacticalLeprechaun Today let's take a look at a cool vintage Western w49. JavaScript is disabled. 1,896,552, 3,448,276 1,516,995, 2,758,374 Absolutely! Please check your browser settings or contact your system administrator. If it is legible and anyone can fill in any blanks or dispute any of the data, I am receptive to discussion. Sold. Powered by, Badges | c.1977 Western Bowie W49 | Bowie, Bowie knife, Knives and swords 2,684,911, 4,881,657 Original Price 7,118,227 $36.50, $121.68 Western Bowie 1984. The W47 measures 12" from tip to hilt, W45 measures 9" and the 43 or mini measures 6 1/2". UP FOR SALE IS A VINTAGE WESTERN W49-H LARGE BOWIE KNIFE WITH SHEATH. It has alot of documentation and looks good. In the 19th century, one of the most popular fixed-blade knives, the Bowie, appeared. This information will be very helpful in my search. +C $35.71 shipping estimate. http://img443.No_outside_hosting.us/i/cbf7pjgcwkkgrhqyoknmez4.jpg/. Turning off the personalized advertising setting wont stop you from seeing Etsy ads or impact Etsy's own personalization technologies, but it may make the ads you see less relevant or more repetitive. There are at least 4 more variations in knife markings and wooden handle type from then to 1977 when Western started date coding their knives on the blade. Western Bowie Knife (1 - 40 of 159 results) Price ($) Shipping All Sellers 16-Inch Old Western Bowie Knife D2 Steel Fixed Blade Wooden Handle / Leather Knife Sheath scorpionhubus (30) $135.00 $150.00 (10% off) FREE shipping Tombstone Ike / Billy Clanton Bowie knife custom-made Hand grind in Texas carbon 1985 steel antler Handle made to order 1 week Original Price $289.00 don't carry it much, but wouldn't trade it for anything except maybe a new truck. Tweet Public collections can be seen by the public, including other shoppers, and may show up in recommendations and other places. Even though we were young and we knew every thing. I have a western W49 u.s.a. bowie knife and wanted to know its value I bought one at a Sheriff's auction about 20 years ago. Value for money . Original Price 9,359,606 Try using a different browser or disabling ad blockers. Getting back to the subject of Bowies during the Vietnam time period. Captcha failed to load. It's the 30s to 76 that is sometimes enigmatic. 3,263,547, 4,662,315 They are the older high carbon blades. 0 CART. If you can located a chromed one I would say there was a good possibility that it was used in Vietnam. (45% off), Sale Price 3,386,453 NOTE: This is NOT AN AUCTION. Youve done your homework for sure. Let me know. It is supposed to have catalog pages showing the available knives from before WW2 through 1979. Great! Chrome plating of the blade was to protect it from rust in the jungle. joe. Thanks for all the information! by zzyzzogeton Fri Dec 15, 2017 3:46 am, Post This massive knife was used in early Vietnam era it measures 15" from tip to hilt. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. Western didn't seem to keep real accurate records. Nearly a foot and a half long. 2,370,466, 4,740,933 There are things in the old Book which I may not be able to explain, but I fully accept it as the infallible word of God, and receive its teachings as inspired by the Holy Spirit.. Original Price $31.38 I knew your research was fairly extensive and that you had more info than I could ever find in a short timethat's why I linked to your thread from KF. Fill out the requested information. See all reviews . I'm confused. Original leather sheath. At least none that I can find. 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It was also the last year that Western manufactured their knives in Boulder, Colorado. Its also home to a whole host of one-of-a-kind items made with love and extraordinary care. From handmade pieces to vintage treasures ready to be loved again, Etsy is the global marketplace for unique and creative goods. (39% off), Sale Price 3,722,167 Try contacting them via Messages to find out! Original Price 4,063,793 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_Knife_Company. L Lenka Kuerkov Cool Knives La Forge Lame Film Props Knife Handles Y Yves Tactical Swords Blacksmithing Knives Bowie Knives I'm curious to know what year Western first manufactured the W49? (30% off), Sale Price $123.74 (45% off), Sale Price 2,068,966 THE 10 BEST Hotels in Bowie, TX for 2023 - Tripadvisor Original Price $91.34 The W47 measures 12" from tip to hilt, W45 measures 9" and the 43 or mini measures 6 1/2". The W49s did leave the factory with a high polish on them. by Colonel26 Wed May 02, 2018 10:54 am, Post Those partners may have their own information theyve collected about you. Original Price 6,157,389 Details J.E.B. JavaScript is disabled. Bowie Knives - Top Quality Bowie Knives For Sale - BUDK.com (45% off), Sale Price 1,637,685 1,218,966, 2,216,502 $22.40, $28.00 When Coleman bought Western in 1984, they continued the practice, up through M. When Camillus bought Western from Coleman in 1991, they dropped the practice. Is it uncommon to come across a Bowie with that "been there and done that" look? $295.00 eBay Original Price 1,995,074 1,722,414, 2,460,591 Western started doing this in 1977 and Coleman/Western continued it. There was a problem subscribing you to this newsletter. The only sure way to get one that was in Vietnam is from a vet that can document the knife. I don't know how long they made this knife but by the 1978 catalog it has disappeared. Sorry to dig up an old thread, but it seemed like the right place to add this. (See picture) Without taking the grips off there is no way to tell if it was a factory job or post purchase. Top Rated Seller. An "I" version would be from 1985, the year after Coleman took over. Create an account or login in order to post a comment. 1,183,432, 2,958,284 Its something for me to shoot for. It has been custom painted with knotwork. Authentic Western Boulder U.S.A W49 "M" Bowie Knife w - Worthpoint I've been wanting a V44 pattern for years. We've sent you an email to confirm your subscription. Western Knives of Boulder Colorado made four models of the Bowie knife. Sale Price $120.00 Set where you live, what language you speak, and the currency you use. 2,955,665, 9,852,217 Tep. The sheath for this knife is also unique in my opinion. (45% off), Sale Price 2,438,424 here's a pic of the western along side an old trailmaster and recon. 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. As far as a real chopper goes, my W49 out performed my Spyderco/Hossum Forester in side by side testing. (25% off), Sale Price $77.64 They all have heavy use and both have the sheaths replaced after they rotted away. Original Price 2,997,044 2,135,468, 7,118,227 It appears that much was lost during the periods that Western changed hands. Found something you love but want to make it even more uniquely you? I have always thought that the Western Bowie with the bigger handle bolts, thick handle, W49 guard marks and ringed sheath was post Vietnam but then came across this on ebay. There is a version of the Western Bowie that appears in the 1968 catalog. Buy It Now. Original Price 3,029,557 Jim Bowie: The Man, the Myth, and the Knife | Field & Stream IMHO its hard to link gear made after 1972 to being In Country without being attached to some strong provenance. (70% off), Sale Price 3,263,547 Sign up for a new account in our community. Wild West Bowie Knives. Original Price 4,844,560 (45% off), Keep collections to yourself or inspire other shoppers! Camillus produced the W49 until 2006. This practice was continued after Western was sold to the Coleman Co. in 1984 and goes on until 1991. Sellers looking to grow their business and reach more interested buyers can use Etsys advertising platform to promote their items. AAPK Tips and Tricks -- An Illustrated FAQ Forum on Steriods, Knife Lore - Traditional Knives From the Old Days, Canal Street Cutlery Collector's Forum, Cattaraugus Cutlery Collector's Forum, Great Eastern Cutlery (GEC) Collector's Forum, Robeson Cutlery Company Collector's Forum, Schatt & Morgan Knife Collector's Forum, Knife Related Creation, Modification, And Restoration Forums. Thanks GIRLYmann! Its 11 and 3/8 inches full tang steel blade is sharp right out of the box and will come in handy when performing a wide variety of tasks. Its story begins in the 1820's when James Bowie was able to defend himself by using a large knife at the Sandbar Fight in Louisiana. I was looking at my W49 last night and there is not a tang stamp. There is another subset of the W49 knives what I term . sogmanjoe, 3,722,167, 4,962,808 32.9 un fullered blade has a simple IXL stamp to ricasso and 'CP' mark to surface. It is guard marked:WESTERN BOULDER / COLO. USA on the mark side and BOWIE on the pile side. 1,912,315, 2,249,754 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. 2,359,467, 4,289,941 This traditionally AH, I was unaware of this point. I Ship Worldwide. Western Alamo Bowie Knife 4.8 ( 10 reviews) Your Price: $106.99 Solid stainless steel blade Handsome wooden handle with gold pins Engraved Jim Bowie name plate Includes leather sheath and certificate of authenticity Measures: 11" blade; 17 1/4" overall Product Description From the movie "The Alamo" comes the world renown Jim Bowie knife. It was also the last year they were made in Boulder, CO. Average depth of cut with a full swing was about a quarter inch. The Bowie knife began as a gift of love from one brother to another, but the weapon proved invaluable in the famous 1827 Sandbar . Turning off the personalized advertising setting wont stop you from seeing Etsy ads or impact Etsy's own personalization technologies, but it may make the ads you see less relevant or more repetitive. Engraved on brass guard CON EVANS and on the other side of guard CHICO. The jets rip has an easily broken cat guard and a very thick grind not and efficient chopper . At least I know the knife was made between 1977 and 1980, thanks for the help! Bowie Knife Cold Steel Fixed Blade Knife Knives And Swords When this U.S. Army Ranger was 10 he made a knife. Measures 15-1/4" overall with a 10" blade. 1,435,714, 2,610,345 by zzyzzogeton Fri Dec 15, 2017 3:42 am, Post com, usedvictoria.com are popular sites for selling items in Canada. 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. And, especially thanks for posting it here! The ONLY differences between versions #2, #3 and #4 are in stamp location(s). I did it out of personal curiosity when I got my Forester. The ones marked W49 with large handle bolts are questionable to me. I believe that it provides a fairly accurate chronology of the Western W49 Bowie. (70% off), Sale Price 2,135,468 Bottom line if you want a western Bowie that was actully used in Vietnam you need good provinence on the knife. 2. The online community of knife collectors, A Knife Family Forged in Steel, 1977 was the first year that Western knives started using the alphabet, starting with the letter "A", to date code their knives. "Western" and "Coleman" are both brand names; which is it? Ridge Runner Whitetail Ridge Bowie Knife $26.99 $9.98! Facebook, Tags: Bagwell-Bowie, Bowie, Vintage, Western-Cutlery-W49. by zzyzzogeton Fri Dec 15, 2017 3:43 am, Post I have attempted to research these Western knives, of late, and, to be honest with you, the the deeper I dig the more confused I get. I was so ticked at the time I never tried chopping with it again. My knife has an abbreviated guard that was done by a previous owner and is currently semi-Bagwellized. Original Price 4,662,315 Covert Knife. The real surprise to me was the Case Bowie chopping all the way through in fifteen minutes. (45% off), Sale Price 1,952,663 Bowie Knives: The Old West's Most Famous Blade - OldWest (25% off), Sale Price 2,603,550 Western Outlaw Bowie Knife by Timber Rattler It is 17 inches long and is almost 0.5 inches wide. W49, W47, W45 and the W43. I'm going to put a better edge on it and try it out! (40% off), Sale Price $75.30 However one cant say that such detailed information ever did exist on paper. (30% off), Sale Price 1,025,862 Original Price 4,186,946 Western Bowie Collection | Collectors Weekly If you want a big bowie with similar features and you don't want to pay a premium for what has become a collector's item, consider the Ontario made Marine Rader Bowie. Some of the technologies we use are necessary for critical functions like security and site integrity, account authentication, security and privacy preferences, internal site usage and maintenance data, and to make the site work correctly for browsing and transactions. How good is a Western Bowie? | Bushcraft USA Forums hardwood handles,leather sheath. Original Price $164.99 $66.55, $121.00 2,093,350, 4,186,946 Powered by Invision Community. 1964 to late 1965/early 1966. zzyzzogeton, thanks so much for your reply. Blade edge is still quite sharp, and blade has been old period cleaned and is . $135.00, $150.00 bowie vintage knife: Search Result | eBay You've already signed up for some newsletters, but you haven't confirmed your address. FREE SHIPPING ON ORDERS OVER $99* & 60-DAY RETURNS. (50% off), Sale Price 1,666,256 Thanks for your efforts!