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Lot 279: Early Iron Guard U.S. Springfield Model 1880 Hunting Knife

Rare Early Production Iron Guard U.S. Springfield Model 1880 Hunting Knife Serial Number 129 with Swivel Sheath

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 25, 2023

Lot 279: Early Iron Guard U.S. Springfield Model 1880 Hunting Knife

Rare Early Production Iron Guard U.S. Springfield Model 1880 Hunting Knife Serial Number 129 with Swivel Sheath

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 25, 2023

Estimated Price: $3,750 - $5,500

Rare Early Production Iron Guard U.S. Springfield Model 1880 Hunting Knife Serial Number 129 with Swivel Sheath

Manufacturer: None
Model: None
Type: Other
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Item Views: 750
Item Interest: Average
Catalog Page: 239
Class: Other
Description:

Constructed in the early style iron guard configuration with a ribbed wood handle, of which only 1,002 were manufactured. It measures 13 1/2 inches overall, with an 8 1/2 inch single edged blade set in an iron guard marked "129" on the right and "U.S. SPRINGFIELD" on the left. The ribbed wood grip has "S.W.P./1881" stamped on the butt. Includes a brown leather sheath, fitted with a brass throat and a belt loop with hinged cartridge loop bar and Watervliet Arsenal marks on the back.

Rating Definition:

Very good, blade and guard showing mostly a bright grey patina with some scattered patches of light surface pitting. The wood grip is also very good with a minor chip absent from the pommel, some scattered light handling marks, and well-defined serrations. The sheath is fine with mild wear, some light age cracking, and attractively aged brass.



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