I was so ticked at the time I never tried chopping with it again. I still havent actually put my hands on one of the W49s with the chrome plating. Handle has the brass pins and rosewood handle. "Western" and "Coleman" are both brand names; which is it? Buy now. We've sent you an email to confirm your subscription. 2,359,467, 4,289,941 "Leather handled Bowie". thank joe, Here's a thread on another forum that may help you: http://www.knifeforums.com/forums/showtopiid/872513/tp/1/. Original Price 4,733,728 $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!!! My cousin (who served in Vietnam from 1968 to 1969) said he saw knives in country with chrome plating to protect them from moisture. (45% off), Sale Price $21.96 4,617,980, 6,157,389 There is a version of the Western Bowie that appears in the 1968 catalog. (45% off), Sale Price 1,952,663 The W49s did leave the factory with a high polish on them. Please. Frequently bought together + Total price: To see our price, add these items to your cart. I have been trying for some time to compile dating info and as you probably know there are some gray areas. Original Price 4,289,941 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. 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. 1 In Stock $34.97 More Info For Sale By: GSPTOPDOG Coleman Western 954 Double Lock with box and pouch (1989) 1 In Stock $70.00 More Info For Sale By: LDF Knives Western USA S-532 "A" Wood Westlock Lockback 1977 1 In Stock $95.00 More Info For Sale By: Knives Templar The knife in the middle with the larger pins and modified guard is an example of the 5th variant, c.1977. See the weather for Tramonti di Sopra, Friuli Venezia Giulia, IT with the help of our live and local weather cameras. The guard wasn't fitted well. Original Price 6,896,552 See all reviews . (25% off), Sale Price 1,218,966 I guess the extra weight of the brass piece on the spine of the blade helps. I've been wanting a V44 pattern for years. One is the lack of surviving documents from the Western Cutlery Co. . Original Price $169.99 Try using a different browser or disabling ad blockers. The chrome plated ones were in really nice shape other then some chipping to the chrome and handle wear and maybe minor pitting. . Yes! Still has factory edge. Thanks to Tom Williams who had it in with some old Western documents. ** I "BUY" KNIVES ** - Any Size Collection!!! That makes it a pretty serious chopper in my book. I had a new one in the box a few years ago and let it go too cheap for 100.00 at a gun show so I could purchase something else. (45% off), Sale Price 2,955,665 0 CART. The one I have is chromed on the blade, crossguard and handle pins. That was interesting. Beauregard Prestige Edition Bowie Knife $99.95 Details Land of the Free Bowie Knife $99.95 Details Apollo 13 Bowie Knife $99.95 Details This type of data sharing may be considered a sale of information under California privacy laws. Original Price $121.00 Exterior: Minimal Wear. View Etsys Privacy Policy. Original Price 1,995,074 Thanks for the replies, I picked up one. US MILITARIA FORUM - COLLECTORS PRESERVING HISTORY The ones marked W49 with large handle bolts are questionable to me. Colt revolvers aside, the Bowie knife was the weapon that made the Wild West wild. I am glad that I resisted the SOF mods back in the 80's. While many of the items on Etsy are handmade, youll also find craft supplies, digital items, and more. by kootenay joe Wed May 02, 2018 4:05 pm, Return to Western Cutlery Collector's Forum, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited. Great 'package'. Western Bowie 1984. Create an account or login in order to post a comment. It has been custom painted with knotwork. Chrome is very hard and resist a lot of the normal scratching that would show on other knives. Turning off personalized advertising opts you out of these sales. Learn more in our Privacy Policy., Help Center, and Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy. L Lenka Kuerkov Cool Knives La Forge Lame Film Props Knife Handles Y Yves Tactical Swords Blacksmithing Knives Bowie Knives (70% off), Sale Price 3,263,547 Our global marketplace is a vibrant community of real people connecting over special goods. 1,516,995, 2,758,374 Recently Added Knives by Maker Advanced Search Sell Your Knives. It differs from the W49 by the stainless steel used in the blade and the synthetic stag material they used for the handle. that was when i was riding with a club, i'm 6'2'' and 230 lbs (wish i still was ) and nobody messed with me, great trouble detorent lol. $295.00 eBay I also believe that the guard marked "W49's" would have been made during the 1970's but prior to 1977 when the alphabetical date code started. I had put together this table that I'm going to post but not sure how it'll show up. Mine probably dates back farther than yours (before Coleman bought Western) and the vanadium steel they used back then was excellent. Items are guaranteed to be AS DESCRIBED - if there is any problem with your purchase, please contact me - I value your business and want you to be a satisfied customer! Although it was mainly used and marketed as a hunting knife, its origins were that of a weapon. $86.70, $289.00 For further info Google: "Bill Bagwell" or "Bagwell Bowie" Re: SOF magazine article c.1987 April issue, MySpace !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js";fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);}}(document,"script","twitter-wjs"); You must log in or register to reply here. This will differ depending on what options are available for the item. This photo illustrates what I mean when I speak of larger pins versus smaller pins. Create a Show & TellReport as inappropriate. Captcha failed to load. 1,435,714, 2,610,345 The Western W-49 is made of 1095 carbon steel. SKIP. 4,256,897, 6,978,325 Thick edges annoy me. Some made in Australia had cast aluminum handles. I have a Western Bowie knife that my father gave me years ago. They made several matching that description, but the most common I see are the 8" G46-8 or L46-8. Original Price $149.97 The other three were heavly pitted from the jungle. #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. If it is legible and anyone can fill in any blanks or dispute any of the data, I am receptive to discussion. We've got Bowie knives of all shapes and sizes at Knife Depot. This post is reserved to hold future oddballs/commemorative/special editions as they pop up in the future. As you can see it also has the small pins in the handle. 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. Turning off personalized advertising opts you out of these sales. Learn more in our Privacy Policy., Help Center, and Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy. In fact in 20 years of service, was never given a Vietnam carried knife. Original Price 2,216,502 Many a GI bought a Western model at the Base Exchange to use in Vietnam. sp 8 weighs a ton, if I wanted a field piece I would take the w49 over it ant day of the week. This traditionally Charlie, http://img11.No_outside_hosting.us/g/cblziwcgkkgrhqyokpme0un.jpg/. (30% off), Sale Price 3,338,731 Original Price 3,550,296 But you know that. I understand where you are coming from regarding edges. The second problem is defining the Vietnam time period for these knives and other equipment. $21.96, $31.38 In 1978 the company moved to Longmont, CO. Original Price $188.24 Cut off the top guard years ago. Thanks for compiling this data and putting it into the chart that you've provided. Send me exclusive offers, unique gift ideas, and personalized tips for shopping and selling on Etsy. Original Price 2,610,345 Below are pictures of the guard: Knife Repair, Modification, Restoration & Improvement. Coleman Western 954 Double Lock with box and pouch (1989), Western USA S-532 "A" Wood Westlock Lockback 1977, Vintage Western Boulder Colo. 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Depending on the exact age of the knives, they may be very good steel. $135.00, $150.00 sogmanjoe, If you are not familiar with that wood, it is in the same class as white oak. Eventually purchased by Camillus in 1991, Western continued until Camillus expired in 2007. Also they produced the stock number (649) a bowie with a handle made of synthetic stag for the handle. Original Price 4,063,793 (35% off), Sale Price 2,020,725 My biggest concern with their "chopping" ability is the very thin edge. Buy It Now. This is a great bowie knife that you can get for under $30. (70% off), Sale Price $134.97 A naive question, most probably - but, was this chroming ever done in-country? Thanks for your efforts! The ones marked on the blade with "BOWIE" (Pictured) are definately Vietnam era. At least I know the knife was made between 1977 and 1980, thanks for the help! Search 284 Tramonti di Sopra local furniture stores to find the best furniture and accessory company for your project. by zzyzzogeton Fri Dec 15, 2017 4:04 am, Post This massive knife was used in early Vietnam era it measures 15" from tip to hilt. It still could be post Vietnam presentation item but who knows. Consignment Program Packing Your Knives. (15% off), Sale Price 2,733,744 IMHO there are two problems here. Western started making stainless versions of some of their knives as early as 1967. I have two of them. Timber Rattler Western Outlaw Bowie Knife $29.99 Gil Hibben Assault Tactical Knife With Sheath $77.99 Gil Hibben Highlander Bowie Damascus with Sheath $169.99 $116.98! (70% off), Sale Price 2,135,468 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. 1978 was "B" and so on. JavaScript is disabled. They all had really good documentation. Create an Account Stay up to date withYour Favorite Knife Makers. Designed by Jim Bowie and fabricated first by Jesse Clifft, the almost 10-inch-long blade had a flat spine and no guard between its blade and handle. Ridge Runner Whitetail Ridge Bowie Knife $26.99 $9.98! To enable personalized advertising (like interest-based ads), we may share your data with our marketing and advertising partners using cookies and other technologies.