These uniquely American blades have gained almost legendlike status for their role on the American frontier. Made famous by James "Jim" Bowie and his famous Sandbar Fight, Bowie knives became immensely popular and saw a wide variety of styles, from the down & dirty to the highly ornate.

"The knife that cuts twice" has cemented its place in American history, and collectors continue to clamor for the Bowie knife a blade which set a new standard of design and provides a fine canvas for generation after generation of bladesmiths to hone their art.

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00:03 Bowie Knives Introduction and History
00:23 Who was Jim Bowie?
02:13 Selections from the May Premier Auction
02:49 Woodhead & Hartley Sheffield Etched Blade Bowie Knife (Lot 112)
02:49 John Nicholson & Sons Sheffield Bowie Knife with Sheath (Lot 127)
02:49 J. Lowe Sheffield "The Great Far West Hunting" Bowie Knife (Lot 3099)
04:18 J. Lowe Sheffield "The Great Far West Hunting" Bowie Knife (Lot 1131)
04:54 General Nelson Miles's Joseph Allen & Sons NonXLL Bowie Knife (Lot 1012)
05:52 Samuel Bell Coffin Handled Bowie Knife with Ornate Sheath (Lot 1110)

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