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Chevalier's California Bowie Knife
4/30/2014 - Firearms and Militaria: Live Salesroom Auction
Chevalier's California Bowie knife  with 9.75" clip point blade. Brass guard, curved stag handle with brass pommel. Leather sheath with brass tip and throat. Overall length 16".

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Markings are very sharp and crisp. Blade has been sharpened and cleaned. Guard still retaining gilt finish. Brass pommel with tarnished look. Stag with nice patina.  Leather sheath is excellent.
Sold: $4,406.25
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