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  • Lot #284
Lot #283
Lot #285

Lot 284: Three Large Bowie Knives, Two by Wostenholm

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 14, 2023

Lot 284: Three Large Bowie Knives, Two by Wostenholm

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 14, 2023

Estimated Price: $1,400 - $2,000

Three Large Bowie Knives, Two by Wostenholm

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Item Interest: Average
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Description:

1) G. Wostenholm & Son commemorative bowie knife, 14 5/8" OAL, 9 3/4 inch" clip point blade with commemorative etching on the left along with the maker's marks, German silver guard, horn grip scales. 2) G. Wostenholm & Son I-XL bowie knife, 14 3/8" OAL, 9 1/2" clip point blade with patriotic slogans etched on the left, German silver guard, stag grip scales. With an "I-XL" marked leather sheath with German silver fittings. 3) G.C. Co. bowie knife, 15 3/8" OAL, 9 7/8" clip point blade, steel S-shaped guard, stag grip scales. With leather sheath marked "N.G." and embossed with a stag. All are very good, blades mostly bright with some scattered light spotting/surface oxidation and generally light wear. The sheaths are very good with some mild wear.

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