Bowie Knife
The Bowie knife has seen many variations over the years. Today a Bowie knife generally is considered to have a blade 8.25 inches (21.0 cm) long and 1.25 inches (3.2 cm) wide, with a curved point, a sharp false edge cut from both sides, and a cross-guard to protect the user's hands.
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Date | 2003 |
Copyright | Public Domain |
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