Original Civil War Confederate D-Guard Bowie Knife (SOLD)

This is a fabulous piece of history being offered, it is an original Confederate D-Guard Bowie Knife. The overall length is 20 ¾” with the blade being 16”. It has a heavy curved blade, sharpened on one side and you can still see the file marks from manufacturing on the blade. It has the original hardwood handle and an iron guard.

These knives were popular with Confederate soldiers for their all-purpose capabilities. The D-Guard Bowie chopped branches, split logs, sliced saplings and even had its way with a Yankee or two. A handmade Bowie was often treasured as a backup weapon (see period photograph).

Union soldiers sought out these bowies for souvenirs, either left on the field, or even traded with a Reb. This is about as nice of an example that you will find – all original and still tight. It is guaranteed 100% for its authenticity and a signed and embossed Certificate of Authenticity will be supplied.