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c.1977 Western Bowie W49

1977 was the first year that Western knives started using the alphabet, starting with the letter "A", to date code their knives. It was also the last year they were made in Boulder, CO. - They moved to Longmont, CO. in 1978 and continued the alphabet dating code for another 15 years until they were sold at auction to Camillus in 1991. The letters A through O can be seen on their knives depending upon the year of manufacture during the years '77 to '91.

My knife has an abbreviated guard that was done by a previous owner and is currently semi-Bagwellized.

For further info Google: "Bill Bagwell" or "Bagwell Bowie" Re: SOF magazine article c.1987 April issue

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Comment by Peter Howard on October 13, 2013 at 20:33: Great knife, thanks for the picture, classic pattern L)

Featured Comment by Craig Henry on October 13, 2013 at 16:45: Fantastic Western Bowie!

Comment by Max McGruder on October 13, 2013 at 10:53: Yes sir, that is a beauty!

Very nice knife, I was given one back in the day by a friend when I commented on his. Wish I still had it today!