Lot 1404: Gold Inlaid Zlatoust "Bobcat" Knife

Manufactured at the Zlatoust Arms factory in Zlatoust, Russia. The knife is adorned with fine inlaid floral scrolls, geometric designs, a bobcat head pommel adorned with blue stones, and a scene depicting a bobcat ready to pounce. The sheath is adorned in the same fashion with a painted scene of a bobcat peeking through foliage while stalking its unsuspecting prey. Per consignor the blade is rare Swedish Damascus. The knife measures 13 inches from tip to pommel. Includes a hardwood display case, shipping box, and factory paperwork describing the knife in Russian.

Excellent overall with limited handling marks. Box and case are very fine with limited storage and handling marks.