Books on BOWIE AND FRONTIER KNIVES

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The Bowie Knife, Unsheathing an American LegendThe Bowie Knife, Unsheathing an American Legendby Norm Flayderman. Incredible book on antique bowies with first-rate photography and an immense amount of historical information. The ultimate guide to the world’s most famous fighting knife! Hardcover, 512 pp., over 260 full color plates.


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$79.95
The London Knife Book, an A-Z Guide to London CutlersThe London Knife Book, an A-Z Guide to London CutlersThis unique new reference book provides collectors with high quality color photography of dozens of London made antique knives, and much previously unpublished information on the more than 1000 listed London cutlers and retailers who made them. Hardcover, full color, 240 pp.


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Regular price: $87.50Sale price: $69.95
The Updated Confederate Bowie Knife GuideThe Updated Confederate Bowie Knife GuideA good introduction to the world of Confederate bowies. If you have an interest in collecting Civil War knives, we recommend purchasing this book BEFORE you jump in feet-first. Softcover, 206 pp.


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$29.95
Confederate Bowie Knives of the Georgia State ArsenalConfederate Bowie Knives of the Georgia State ArsenalThis superb, well illustrated study of the D-guard bowies made by the mechanics of Georgia in the summer of 1862 sets a new standard in the field. Softcover, 118 pp.


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$24.95
Sheffield Exhibition KnivesSheffield Exhibition KnivesA first-class hardcover book filled with gorgeous color photos of some of the very finest knives ever produced in Sheffield, England. Included are daggers, dirks, bowies, and a wide selection of the world’s best multiblade folding knives such as sportsman’s knives -- some of which were featured in the actual 19th century exhibitions. Hardcover, 247 pp.


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$80.00
The Heritage of English KnivesThe Heritage of English KnivesContaining over 300 color photographs and hand-drawn illustrations, this attractive coffee-table book focuses on a wide variety of antique English cutlery, from the most humble penknife to magnificent exhibition pieces. Hardcover, 336 pp., full color photos.


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$95.00
Joseph Rodgers & Sons - The Setian CollectionJoseph Rodgers & Sons - The Setian CollectionShowcases the Setian collection of Rodgers' finest exhibition and luxury knives, bowies, folding knives, and creole knives. Outstanding photography. Hardcover, 300 pp.


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$139.95
Knifemakers of Old San FranciscoKnifemakers of Old San FranciscoA profound influence on both the collecting of antique American knives and the artists producing the finest modern handmades. No custom knifemaker or collector of antique bowie knives should be without it. Softcover, 160 pp.


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$29.95
Bowie Knives and Bayonets of the Ben Palmer CollectionBowie Knives and Bayonets of the Ben Palmer CollectionAn updated version of this very useful book on antique bowie knives, with much new material. Hardcover, 224 pp.



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$49.95
Bowie KnifeBowie KnifeA modern reprinting of the famous 1948 book in which the well-known author purports to tell "the true history of the origin, development, and murderous use of the Bowie-knife." Softcover, 167 pp.


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$10.95
Blade's Guide to Knives and Their ValuesBlade's Guide to Knives and Their ValuesEssentially, the 6th edition of the Levine’s Guide books, with a new title, new editor, and contributions from several prominent knife authorities. Still the best-ever general information and identification guide to antique knives. Softcover, 576 pp.

$29.95
Military Knives: A Reference BookMilitary Knives: A Reference Book67 of the best military knife articles from Knife World's last 20 years - a complete reference book for knives of the U.S., British, and Allied Forces, 19th century to today. Softcover, 256 pp.


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$19.95

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