Vintage G.C. Co. Bowie Knife
This is a vintage fixed-blade Bowie knife manufactured by the Gutmann Cutlery Company (G.C. Co.). The knife features a significant clip-point carbon steel blade that shows heavy signs of use, including substantial surface oxidation, pitting, and a dark patina throughout. The word 'Bowie' is clearly stamped into the ricasso area. The handle construction is distinctive, featuring a stacked leather washer grip with deep finger grooves for ergonomics, flanked by brass spacers and an aluminum pommel. A curved brass crossguard provides hand protection. The knife exhibits signs of age and neglect, with the blade appearing unpolished and the metal components showing significant tarnish. The craftsmanship is indicative of mid-20th-century mass production, likely made in Solingen, Germany, or Japan for the American market. The overall condition is fair to poor due to the extensive corrosion on the blade, though the structural integrity of the hilt and handle remains intact. The blade profile shows some rounding at the tip, suggesting frequent sharpening or wear.
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Estimated Value
$40-70
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Category
Vintage Knives and Edged Weapons
Appraised On
February 28, 2026
Estimated Value
$40-70
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Bowie GC.company
Item Description
This is a vintage fixed-blade Bowie knife manufactured by the Gutmann Cutlery Company (G.C. Co.). The knife features a significant clip-point carbon steel blade that shows heavy signs of use, including substantial surface oxidation, pitting, and a dark patina throughout. The word 'Bowie' is clearly stamped into the ricasso area. The handle construction is distinctive, featuring a stacked leather washer grip with deep finger grooves for ergonomics, flanked by brass spacers and an aluminum pommel. A curved brass crossguard provides hand protection. The knife exhibits signs of age and neglect, with the blade appearing unpolished and the metal components showing significant tarnish. The craftsmanship is indicative of mid-20th-century mass production, likely made in Solingen, Germany, or Japan for the American market. The overall condition is fair to poor due to the extensive corrosion on the blade, though the structural integrity of the hilt and handle remains intact. The blade profile shows some rounding at the tip, suggesting frequent sharpening or wear.
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