(50% off), $400.00 i still have mine its a hellava knife!! The seller might still be able to personalize your item. I turned the log over, picked up the W49 and finished chopping through the log in eight minutes. The guard wasn't fitted well. I was looking at my W49 last night and there is not a tang stamp. Great 'package'. 1,637,685, 2,339,655 91/4"LONG BLADE,TOTAL KNIFE LENGTH IS 14 1/2", BLADE WIDTH IS 2" & WEIGHS 1# 14 OZ IN SHETH. by zzyzzogeton Fri Dec 15, 2017 3:47 am, Post For Sale By: Sanders Knives (Sanders Knives), View all items for sale by Sanders Knives, Shipping & Handling to United States Addresses: $8.50. This would provide the best provenance to establishing the exact time periods for these variations on the Western W49 and 649 knifes. L Lenka Kuerkov Cool Knives La Forge Lame Film Props Knife Handles Y Yves Tactical Swords Blacksmithing Knives Bowie Knives You've already signed up for some newsletters, but you haven't confirmed your address. The Timber Rattler Western Outlaw is an attention grabber with its classic gray hardwood handle. Thick edges annoy me. A top-end bowie knife that's been around since World War II, the Ka-Bar U.S. Marine Corps Bowie Knife is durable and versatile. This massive knife was used in early Vietnam era it measures 15" from tip to hilt. A couple years ago I bought a Coleman era W49. I've mentioned my love for my old w49 several times here. Original Price $91.34 According to Western's 1986 catalog they started producing the W49 in 1964. Original Price 6,978,325 This Auction is for an Authentic Western Boulder U.S.A W49 "M" Bowie Knife w/Wooden Plaque - Circa 1840.1977 was the first year that Western knives started using the alphabet, starting with the letter "A", to date code their knives. Western Outlaw Bowie Knife by Timber Rattler It is 17 inches long and is almost 0.5 inches wide. That helps narrow it down! 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. Tim-I found out a long time ago, from returning Vietnam veterans, was that they gave away their knives to buddies or indig troops before they left. Pics would help to identify the knife. Original Price 8,347,245 #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. razor sharp and good in the hand. Wow Colonel, that is very special. The jets rip has an easily broken cat guard and a very thick grind not and efficient chopper . In the 19th century, one of the most popular fixed-blade knives, the Bowie, appeared. $2295 SIGNED WW11 FIGHTING KNIFE. (15% off), Sale Price 4,256,897 For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. The W49 is the most common found today. The appearance of items in the individual listings may vary slightly from the one above. Original Price $400.00 $135.00, $150.00 I've never had the Bowie, but older Westerns are fantastic knives. See the top reviewed local furniture stores and showrooms in Tramonti di Sopra, Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy on Houzz. Engraved on brass guard CON EVANS and on the other side of guard CHICO. (70% off), Sale Price 3,263,547 2,438,424, 4,876,847 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"); So their history is rather murky, to say the least. It started my knife addiction. No the one I have is chrome plated. The knife on the right in my picture above is an example of the 3rd variant. I have never seen an original box & papers for a W49 Bowie. Bottom line if you want a western Bowie that was actully used in Vietnam you need good provinence on the knife. Hey zzyzzogeton thanks for all the info its so hard to find good info on early Bowies but I think I have a correction for you, on Western Bowie #5 Version 1 stainless steel Bowie - It should be blade marked not guard marked WESTERN BOWIE on top of STAINLESS STEEL on top of U.S.A. markings on only one side. (50% off), Sale Price 1,516,995 I'm curious to know what year Western first manufactured the W49? It should show jungle use. Original Price 7,118,227 Check out our awesome collection now. The knife on the left is the 2nd variant of the W49 and is blade marked: The knife in the middle with the larger pins and modified guard is an example of the 5th variant, c.1977. Original Price $164.99 here's a pic of the western along side an old trailmaster and recon. These two variations appear during the time period of 1964 to at least 1967. Thanks for all the Western Bowie related info, catalog links, etc. Original Price 1,898,817 Below are pictures of the guard: Knife Repair, Modification, Restoration & Improvement. (70% off), Sale Price $184.50 Vintage Western folding pocket knife # 51 Made in the USA!!! (40% off), Sale Price $75.30 Original Price $200.00 It is a V-44 pattern made for the US military by multiple manufacturers. Below are pictures of the guard: To the best of my knowledge the 4th variant would have the larger pins and would be guard marked similar to the 3rd variant. Original Price 6,157,389 RARE Vintage Western 2 Blade #691 TRAPPER BONE Handle NICE ! The knife on the right in my picture above is an example of the 3rd variant. I have owned alot of these knives and in fact the picture is of my knife. I carry it with me on all my excursions. It still could be post Vietnam presentation item but who knows. Youve done your homework for sure. Create an Account Stay up to date withYour Favorite Knife Makers. Original Price 4,740,933 Vintage Western U.S.A W49 Bowie Knife Pre-Owned C $337.45 Top Rated Seller or Best Offer from United States Sponsored Extremely rare, Western Cutlery, model W49 Bowie fighting knife C $607.40 or Best Offer from United States Sponsored Vintage Large Western Bowie Knife W49 F Pre-Owned C $337.44 Buy It Now +C $27.52 shipping estimate This information will be very helpful in my search. $21.96, $31.38 WESTERN BOULDER / COLO. USA on one side and BOWIE on the other. Anyone have experience with them? IMHO its hard to link gear made after 1972 to being In Country without being attached to some strong provenance. This type of data sharing may be considered a sale of information under California privacy laws. No, I never wrote it up. Original Price $185.00 (45% off), Sale Price 3,047,783 See the full list: Hotels near Worlds Largest Bowie Knife. W49, W47, W45 and the W43. Etsys 100% renewable electricity commitment includes the electricity used by the data centers that host Etsy.com, the Sell on Etsy app, and the Etsy app, as well as the electricity that powers Etsys global offices and employees working remotely from home in the US. My knife has an abbreviated guard that was done by a previous owner and is currently semi-Bagwellized. Camillus discontinued the use of date codes. As a bowie knife, this was designed for hunting and survival, but as a high-priced Buck knife with a few dozen handle materials to choose from and the option to add a display box and an engraving it makes a pretty stellar gift and display piece. An "I" version would be from 1985, the year after Coleman took over. Colt revolvers aside, the Bowie knife was the weapon that made the Wild West wild. I believe that it provides a fairly accurate chronology of the Western W49 Bowie. $134.97, $149.97 I am trying to decide between the Western, Case, Ontario, or the new Remington. Original Price 4,733,728 The side by side testing I mentioned was chopping through a five inch thick seasoned locust log. I guess the extra weight of the brass piece on the spine of the blade helps. Vintage Western folding pocket knife. Original Price 2,758,374 Measures 15-1/4" overall with a 10" blade. It has been custom painted with knotwork. If you come across a chrome plated Western Bowie it was probably plated for jungle use. Well used and somewhat pitted since I got them used. I own one like this and I believe its version 1, there is a second stainless steel version that came out shortly after guard marked STAINLESS STEEL over BOWIE just like you said but I believe that to be version 2, let me know your thoughts. Its also home to a whole host of one-of-a-kind items made with love and extraordinary care. Early productions blades were made of carbon steel, later productions are constructed of a high polished stainless. 3,047,783, 4,063,793 (15% off), Sale Price $84.99 Thanks for stepping in, Sac. (15% off), Sale Price 2,733,744 There were variations of this pattern that were incorporated into air crew survival kits. Inspect in Game. Value for money . From handmade pieces to vintage treasures ready to be loved again, Etsy is the global marketplace for unique and creative goods. I Ship Worldwide. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. The knife on the left is the 2nd variant of the W49 and is blade marked: WESTERN / BOWIE / USA. Handle variations are cocobolo, stag & bakelite. 2,068,966, 6,896,552 I gave one to my dad as a gift many years agothe knife I gave him is like a razor. He designed it as a hunting knife and gave it to James for protection after his brother had been shot in a fight. The one I have is chromed on the blade, crossguard and handle pins. I have two of them. Details J.E.B. . com, usedvictoria.com are popular sites for selling items in Canada. Facebook, Tags: Bagwell-Bowie, Bowie, Vintage, Western-Cutlery-W49. The W49s did leave the factory with a high polish on them. Forged from tough 1075 carbon steel, the Undertaker is the largest knife on our list, with a blade length of just over 10 inches, and an overall length of 15.5 inches. Coleman Western 954 Double Lock with box and pouch (1989), Western USA S-532 "A" Wood Westlock Lockback 1977, Vintage Western Boulder Colo. USA Fishing Knife 751 Stainless 2 Blades, Folding Pocket knife, Western States, Boulder Colorado 2 blade pocket knife / Advertising pocket knife, Western USA Stainless Delrin W338 Large Stockman Knife, Western USA Stainless Delrin S-742 Large Stockman Knife, Westmark USA 703 Shaw Leibowitz Gold Etch Patrick Henry Fixed Blade Sheath Knife in Box, SCHRADE 498 49'ER "BENCH MADE COLLECTION" GOLD RUSH CARBON STEEL FIXED BLADE HUNTING KNIFE & SHEATH, Schrade Scrimshaw Sharpe Finger Model 152 SC, Smith & Wesson 1974 Design by Blackie Collins Survival Bowie Model # 6030, JIM LAYTON MAKER PORTSMOUTH OHIO FISHING HUNTING SKINNING SURVIVAL KNIFE KNIVES CLIP SHEATH, ANTIQUE VINTAGE HILL & SON 4 HAYMARKET LONDON SMALL FIXED BLADE POCKET PATCH KNIFE KNIVES SHEATH OLD, Vintage Japan G96 950 skinner knife and sheath VGUC, Vintage Schrade Uncle Henry 144-UH MINT aftermarket sheath. Camillus produced the W49 until 2006. Etsys 100% renewable electricity commitment includes the electricity used by the data centers that host Etsy.com, the Sell on Etsy app, and the Etsy app, as well as the electricity that powers Etsys global offices and employees working remotely from home in the US. In 1911, H. N. Platts, was able to draw on his extensive friendships and family connections in the cutlery world to start Western States Cutlery and Manufacturing of Boulder Colorado. Heres my question.