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    San Francisco Style Bowie Knife...

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    Edged Weapons:Knives, San Francisco Style Bowie Knife...
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    San Francisco Style Bowie Knife
    6 3/4-inch spearpoint blade of diamond section. Right side of blade with etched riband reading: MATTIE SILKS/SIDEWALK COMPANION. Ricasso stamped: WILL & FINCK/SF CAL. Brass guard with integral knuckle bow. Grip with Mother-of-pearl tiles. Contained in steel scabbard with integral belt hook.

    Condition: Excellent as configured. Blade with fine edge and false age patina. Mellow patina to brass. Pearl is excellent. Scabbard: Fine with small patches of light surface rust and handling wear. Loose fit to knife.

    Auction Info

    2014 June 8 Arms & Armor Signature Auction - #6119 (go to Auction Home page)
    Auction Dates
    June, 2014
    8th Sunday
    Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 14
    Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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