Gun Collectors Dream Auction #79 Weapons of War
Lot 1343:
Sold for: $60
Description
A pair of fixed-blade knives, comprising a military-style bayonet and a Bowie-style hunting knife. The military-style bayonet features a darkened metal blade, a straight crossguard, and a black ribbed grip with a visible lug and a faint ‘S’ in a circle on its pommel. It is housed in a black woven synthetic sheath with a hook-and-loop closure. The Bowie-style hunting knife is characterized by a polished stainless steel blade, brass guard and pommel, and wooden handle scales. Its blade is clearly stamped “440 STAINLESS PAKISTAN”. This knife includes a black leather or faux leather sheath detailed with white stitching, metal rivets, and a snap-button retention strap.
Condition report:
Both items show general signs of use and wear. The bayonet\'s blade exhibits discoloration and surface wear consistent with age and use. The grip shows minor scuffs. The synthetic sheath is intact with minor fraying. The Bowie-style knife\'s blade has scratches and minor pitting. The brass guard and pommel show tarnishing and surface wear. The wooden handle scales have minor nicks and scuffs. The accompanying sheath shows creasing, scuffs, and wear to the edges and stitching.
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