Original Price 4,437,574 (15% off), Sale Price 2,733,744 Stay up to date withYour Favorite Knife Makers. Expect to see hard use and pitting on any knife used in Vietnam as the jungle destroyed them pretty good. 2,068,966, 6,896,552 Chrome is very hard and resist a lot of the normal scratching that would show on other knives. It is blade marked:WESTERN / USA / W49 with the letter "A" which signifies the first year that Western implemented the alphabetical date code (1977). Thanks zzyzzogeton! Those partners may have their own information theyve collected about you. Consistently earned 5-star reviews, shipped orders on time, and replied quickly to messages, Looks like you already have an account! Original Price $169.99 I have been trying for some time to compile dating info and as you probably know there are some gray areas. Charlie. Measures 15 inches long. Mine probably dates back farther than yours (before Coleman bought Western) and the vanadium steel they used back then was excellent. These two variations appear during the time period of 1964 to at least 1967. It was thrown in the dirt by a local maker. One is the lack of surviving documents from the Western Cutlery Co. . Western Bowie Knife (1 - 40 of 159 results) Price ($) 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 by zzyzzogeton Fri Dec 15, 2017 3:43 am, Post Thin edges can chop without damage, you just have to keep the blade straight so the force of the swing is aligned with the edge. It differs from the W49 by the stainless steel used in the blade and the synthetic stag material they used for the handle. Although it is not as pleasing to the eye as the wooden handled Western, it does have many of the same features as the V-44 pattern of old. 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. Thanks! In fact in 20 years of service, was never given a Vietnam carried knife. Original Price 2,460,591 Im thinking these must have come from their custom shop. $299.99 eBay SUPER RARE KABAR HOBO PERFECT HANDLES KNIFE, FORK, SPOON 1923 TO 1037 $875.00 eBay Case XX USA 10 Dot 1970 5254 Trapper Genuine Stag Handles Unused N Mint Specks $345.00 eBay RARE VINTAGE CASE XX REDBONE SCOUT UTILITY KNIFE 6445 R 1940-64 "NICE!!! Found something you love but want to make it even more uniquely you? W49, W47, W45 and the W43. I didn't really like it so I gave it to my brother. This photo illustrates what I mean when I speak of larger pins versus smaller pins. Buy It Now. The ones marked W49 with large handle bolts are questionable to me. $135.00, $150.00 In 1838 Rezin P. Bowie, brother of Alamo hero James Bowie claimed that he made the first Bowie knife while the Bowies lived in Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana. 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. January 6, 2011 in EDGED WEAPONS, hi i want to get a vietnam western bowie knife, but not sure how to tell any differences if there is with them if anyone can help me it would be very helpful. Sorry to dig up an old thread, but it seemed like the right place to add this. 1,666,256, 3,029,557 Tep. (70% off), Sale Price 2,500,000 Let me know. Well used and somewhat pitted since I got them used. Timber Rattler Western Outlaw Bowie Knife 29.99 This Timber Rattler Outlaw bowie knife is one powerful full-tang beast that every manly man needs. You must log in or register to reply here. Shipping Discounts Available for Multiple Items Purchased from Sanders Knives: If this item is purchased with another item from Sanders Knives that has a shipping cost of $8.50 or more, standard shipping to US addresses for this item will be discounted to $1.00. Western started doing this in 1977 and Coleman/Western continued it. ** I "BUY" KNIVES ** - Any Size Collection!!! But once you mod 'em they lose all collector's value. If you can located a chromed one I would say there was a good possibility that it was used in Vietnam. 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. Please check your browser settings or contact your system administrator. 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. (25% off), Sale Price 1,435,714 I have two other knives my cousin gave me in 1969 when he returned from Vietnam. (50% off), Sale Price 1,912,315 2,684,911, 4,881,657 1,183,432, 2,958,284 Vintage Western folding pocket knife # 51 Made in the USA!!! There are two variations of guard marked W49's. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Gil Hibben 65TH Anniversary Old West Bowie Knife And Sheath - Stainless Steel Blade, Wooden Handle, Gold-Plated Guard $109.99 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. Wow Colonel, that is very special. A couple years ago I bought a Coleman era W49. (10% off), Sale Price $22.40 Forged from tough 1075 carbon steel, the Undertaker is the largest knife on our list, with a blade length of just over 10 inches, and an overall length of 15.5 inches. (70% off), Sale Price $134.97 This massive knife was used in early Vietnam era it measures 15" from tip to hilt. Vietnam | English (US) | (VND), remembering account, browser, and regional preferences, remembering privacy and security settings, personalized search, content, and recommendations, helping sellers understand their audience, showing relevant, targeted ads on and off Etsy. This type of data sharing may be considered a sale of information under California privacy laws. I carry it with me on all my excursions. Also has medal with his name and paper documents dated 69-70. hi sactroop the info you sent to me, is just what i was look for and the photos are a great help to me aswell.thanks for your help. $66.55, $121.00 (30% off), Sale Price 2,093,350 Charlie, Teslleta: Here it is. Original Price 4,063,793 You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. The most common by far is the bowie with the wooden handle the (W49). Original Price $297.22 Its generally excepted that the first two variations on this knife where blade marked (see pics below). Powered by Invision Community. Western Knives of Boulder Colorado made four models of the Bowie knife. By: Westmark Knives Date Added: 02/22/2018 $175.00 Buy Now. 899,015, 2,997,044 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"??? (39% off), Sale Price 3,722,167 hardwood handles,leather sheath. That makes it a pretty serious chopper in my book. It has alot of documentation and looks good. All photos were 10 chops. (50% off), Sale Price 1,666,256 i don't need to use it too much. From handmade pieces to vintage treasures ready to be loved again, Etsy is the global marketplace for unique and creative goods. According to Western's 1986 catalog they started producing the W49 in 1964. W49, W47, W45 and the W43. Original Price $200.00 thank joe, Here's a thread on another forum that may help you: http://www.knifeforums.com/forums/showtopiid/872513/tp/1/. Try using a different browser or disabling ad blockers. All have positives all have negatives oh to decide i still have the one i bought back in the '70's i wore every where butt work. I hope this helps, Brad? But you know that. Thanks for stepping in, Sac. At first only a jobbing business, by 1920 construction and machinery purchases were underway to begin manufacture of knives. You are using an out of date browser. Etsy uses cookies and similar technologies to give you a better experience, enabling things like: Detailed information can be found in Etsys Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy and our Privacy Policy. (10% off), Sale Price $148.00 The western being thinner bites better. by zzyzzogeton Fri Dec 15, 2017 3:42 am, Post As you can see it also has the small pins in the handle. Thanks for your efforts! I'm curious on the W49/ or other western knife bowies as a woods knife. Original Price 2,610,345 Charlie, 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. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_Knife_Company. If you come across a chrome plated Western Bowie it was probably plated for jungle use. For Sale: Custom & Semi Production Knives (Dealer), KnifeMaker's Market: Knives & More for Sale, Wanted: Knifemaker / Craftsman / Related Services, Busse / Swamprat / Scrapyard Knives For Sale, For Sale: Traditionals, Slipjoints, "Old Timey", International (Non-US) For Sale & Trade Forums, https://www.bladeforums.com/threads/new-members-please-read-this-what-is-my-knife-worth.904093/. I regret not getting one when they were still being made. JavaScript is disabled. 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. 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. i have one i bought late 80's i think 60 bucks otd, got it cuase a buddy had one and he loved it. The chrome one I own has a replacment sheath made of canvas. At least none that I can find. This is a 1980s Western W-49 Bowie knife with rosewood and brass handle and tang valued at $160 to $200CAD. The W49 is the most common found today. The knife on the right in my picture above is an example of the 3rd variant. The 4th variant also has larger pins. (35% off), Sale Price 2,020,725 Or am I missing something? The Western W-49 is made of 1095 carbon steel. That helps narrow it down! but it has never failed me. Now I see them going for very good money. 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. 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. If your really lucky you might come across a presentation piece but that is still not a guarentee that it was in Vietnam. I've got several W49 bowies, the oldest dating to around the mid 60s. $77.64, $91.34 The knife in the middle with the larger pins and modified guard is an example of the 5th variant, c.1977. Original Price $164.99 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. I was so ticked at the time I never tried chopping with it again. i have had a western bowie for 30 years. 91/4"LONG BLADE,TOTAL KNIFE LENGTH IS 14 1/2", BLADE WIDTH IS 2" & WEIGHS 1# 14 OZ IN SHETH. Mine probably dates back farther than yours (before Coleman bought Western) and the vanadium steel they used back then was excellent. No chips or cracks in handles. 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. The ones marked on the blade with "BOWIE" (Pictured) are definately Vietnam era. 3,338,731, 4,173,456 IMHO many more variations on these knives also fall into the proper Vietnam time period. (15% off), Sale Price 1,812,130 You are using an out of date browser. #1 of 4 hotels in Bowie Location 4.3 Cleanliness 4.1 Service 4.0 Value 3.8 Located in Bowie,TX, the Best Western Bowie Inn & Suites is sure to provide a peaceful and comforting home away from home for any traveler. Click Buy it now or Add to cart and proceed to checkout. Its something for me to shoot for. I've never had the Bowie, but older Westerns are fantastic knives. Late 1800s antique British US Western style Bowie knife marked IXL. JavaScript is disabled. (50% off), Sale Price 1,896,552 An "I" version would be from 1985, the year after Coleman took over. 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. Vintage Western U.S.A W49 Bowie Knife Pre-Owned C $337.45 Top Rated Seller or Best Offer from United States Sponsored Extremely rare, Western Cutlery, model W49 Bowie fighting knife C $607.40 or Best Offer from United States Sponsored Vintage Large Western Bowie Knife W49 F Pre-Owned C $337.44 Buy It Now +C $27.52 shipping estimate Just when you think you have them figured out one turns up that does not fit the mold. I have owned alot of these knives and in fact the picture is of my knife. Original Price 3,448,276 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. The knife he left us, which bears his name, ranks with the Kentucky rifle and the Colt Peacemaker as an. Learn more. The side by side testing I mentioned was chopping through a five inch thick seasoned locust log. Jim Bowie, in his brief lifetime, was as famous as any American then drawing breath. When I see a Vietnam used knife for sale that is in mint condition I usually pass. $80-$140 yablanowitz Platinum Member Joined Apr 14, 2006 Messages 9,333 Jun 13, 2009 #3 Depending on the exact age of the knives, they may be very good steel. Heres mine with box and paper works as well as the original sales receipt from December of 68. The most common by far is the bowie with the wooden handle the (W49). View Etsys Privacy Policy. Probably one of the most memorable movie quotes of all time came about when Crocodile Dundee scoffed at a mugger's switchblade saying, "That's not a knife." (70% off), Sale Price 899,015 But I feel like your chart is about as accurate a depiction as one is likely to find. (45% off), Sale Price 1,708,876 Original Price 2,249,754 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. This full-tang sawback Bowie knife is designed for heavy use in brutal survival situations. 1,952,663, 3,550,296 However one cant say that such detailed information ever did exist on paper. The bowie knife is a legend of the American frontier. I hope it helps? Original Price 1,898,817 1964 to late 1965/early 1966. zzyzzogeton, thanks so much for your reply. A naive question, most probably - but, was this chroming ever done in-country? The USMC Rader Battalions of WW2 made this pattern their own and therefore famous. Recently Added Knives by Maker Advanced Search Sell Your Knives. Canadianlisted.com, kijiji. Those partners may have their own information theyve collected about you. Vintage Western folding pocket knife # 51 Made in the USA!!! They made several matching that description, but the most common I see are the 8" G46-8 or L46-8. Camillus discontinued the use of date codes. (45% off), Sale Price 2,438,424 I believe that it provides a fairly accurate chronology of the Western W49 Bowie. Description. My biggest concern with their "chopping" ability is the very thin edge. 2,359,467, 4,289,941 United States | English (US) | $ (USD). Anyone have experience with them? (25% off), Sale Price $77.64 Jul 5, 2013. (70% off), Sale Price $89.17 1,722,414, 2,460,591 This type of data sharing may be considered a sale of information under California privacy laws. NOTHING MADE IN CHINA!!! It didn't have much heft. The Timber Rattler Western Outlaw is an attention grabber with its classic gray hardwood handle. Western Bowie 1984. 2023 Created by Jan Carter. Etsy is powered by 100% renewable electricity. Orsold or pawned to shops in Fayettenam! (20% off), Sale Price $66.55 3,386,453, 6,157,389 For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. 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. 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. Western Knives of Boulder Colorado made four models of the Bowie knife. Colt revolvers aside, the Bowie knife was the weapon that made the Wild West wild. You must be logged in to contact sellers. sogmanjoe, The blade's spine is five . Copyright 2004-2023 allaboutpocketknives.com. Below are pictures of the guard: To the best of my knowledge the 4th variant would have the larger pins and would be guard marked similar to the 3rd variant. Still has factory edge. The Bowie knife also played a prominent role in western lore. After pulling out his Bowie knife, Mick exclaimed, "THAT'S a knife!" (See picture) Without taking the grips off there is no way to tell if it was a factory job or post purchase. Many of the examples of Vietnam War vintage Bowies do not appear to have traveled any further west than the California shoreline . Although it was mainly used and marketed as a hunting knife, its origins were that of a weapon. 2,093,350, 4,186,946 This knife has a stock number of S-649. To enable personalized advertising (like interest-based ads), we may share your data with our marketing and advertising partners using cookies and other technologies. I was looking at my W49 last night and there is not a tang stamp. Here's a thread on another forum that may help you: Chrome plating of the blade was to protect it from rust in the jungle. Comes with the original sheath, has two notches cutout at top, not sure why, but been there a while. Original Price 4,844,560 1 month ago on ebay.com. It took me about thirty minutes to get halfway through the log. by zzyzzogeton Fri Dec 15, 2017 3:40 pm, Post Terms of Service. Original Price 4,876,847 Set where you live, what language you speak, and the currency you use. The letters A through O can be seen on their knives depending upon the year of manufacture during the years '77 to '91. A classic made in the USA bowie that vanished once camillus went bust. Vintage Western folding pocket knife. by zzyzzogeton Fri Dec 15, 2017 3:46 am, Post Cut off the top guard years ago. (70% off), Sale Price 2,135,468 If you come across a chrome plated Western Bowie it was probably plated for jungle use. sp 8 weighs a ton, if I wanted a field piece I would take the w49 over it ant day of the week. I don't consider it to be bad. UP FOR SALE IS A VINTAGE WESTERN W49-H LARGE BOWIE KNIFE WITH SHEATH. $134.97, $149.97 My knife has an abbreviated guard that was done by a previous owner and is currently semi-Bagwellized. Stuart Bowie Knife $99.95 Details Robert E. Lee Prestige Edition Bowie Knife $99.95 Details Battle of Gettysburg Bowie Knife $99.95 Details Stonewall Jackson Bowie Knife $99.95 Details P.G.T. Original Price 2,758,374 Report an Issue | $148.00, $185.00 No the one I have is chrome plated. Original Price 8,347,245 The Western W-49 is made of 1095 carbon steel. 1,637,685, 2,339,655 Etsy is powered by 100% renewable electricity. Thanks to Tom Williams who had it in with some old Western documents. $36.50, $121.68 Facebook, Tags: Bagwell-Bowie, Bowie, Vintage, Western-Cutlery-W49. See the weather for Tramonti di Sopra, Friuli Venezia Giulia, IT with the help of our live and local weather cameras. Below are pictures of the guard: Knife Repair, Modification, Restoration & Improvement. Original Price 4,173,456 (45% off), Sale Price 3,047,783 Try using a different browser or disabling ad blockers. Corral have been captivating the imaginations of America's boys and girls for generations, as something about that lawless, pioneering time speaks to the heart of America's individualistic mentality. Weight for the weight weirdos is 1 lb 4 ounces knife only. (20% off), Sale Price $36.50 Original Price $289.00 This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. I have a long list of knives I kick myself for not buying. Stories of Cowboys and Indians and shoot-outs at the O.K. Typically, orders of $35 USD or more (within the same shop) qualify for free standard shipping from participating Etsy sellers. Many sellers on Etsy offer personalized, made-to-order items. Great! by Colonel26 Wed May 02, 2018 10:54 am, Post There were variations of this pattern that were incorporated into air crew survival kits. Also they produced the stock number (649) a bowie with a handle made of synthetic stag for the handle. (45% off), Sale Price $21.96 $184.50, $615.00 Who has the knowledge for this situation? Etsy uses cookies and similar technologies to give you a better experience, enabling things like: Detailed information can be found in Etsys Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy and our Privacy Policy. Original Price 6,978,325 Also they produced the stock number (649) a bowie with a handle made of synthetic stag for the handle. There was a problem subscribing you to this newsletter. Send me exclusive offers, unique gift ideas, and personalized tips for shopping and selling on Etsy. We've sent you an email to confirm your subscription. The only sure way to get one that was in Vietnam is from a vet that can document the knife. western style Bowie knife Hammerheadknife (13) $200.00 FREE shipping More like this Large bowie knife ForgeZbk (14) $599.24 FREE shipping More like this 10 inches Blade Hand crafted Bowie knife, Bushcraft knife, full tang, leaf spring of truck, Tempered, Razor Sharpen, Ready to use Famouskukri (186) $149.99 $249.99 (40% off) FREE shipping The real surprise to me was the Case Bowie chopping all the way through in fifteen minutes. It is blade marked: WESTERN / USA / W49 with the letter "A" which signifies the first year that Western implemented the alphabetical date code . At least I know the knife was made between 1977 and 1980, thanks for the help! (60% off), Sale Price $86.70 I've been wanting a V44 pattern for years. $22.40, $28.00