{"product_id":"hand-forged-bowie-knife-elk-antler-handle","title":"Hand Forged Bowie Knife — Elk Antler Handle \u0026 Black Leather Sheath","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHand Forged Blade. Elk Antler Handle. 16.53 Inch Bowie.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA hand forged Bowie knife built for serious collectors and hunters who want a large, commanding fixed blade with natural character. The mirror polished blade features a scalloped wavy spine, fuller groove, and a bold clip point profile that makes a statement in any collection. The three-section handle pairs black wood, brass ring spacers, and a natural elk antler cap for a classic American Bowie aesthetic. Ships with a black basket weave leather sheath. Browse our full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/collections\/bowie-knives\"\u003eBowie Knives Collection\u003c\/a\u003e for more handmade fixed blade designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eComplete Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand Forged Carbon Steel — Mirror Polished\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge Bowie Clip Point Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Features\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScalloped \/ Wavy Spine Edge (Decorative Serrations), Fuller Groove, Etched Forged Finish on Lower Half\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrass \/ Gold Double Crossguard — Flat Rectangular Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle — Front\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack Wood \/ Ebony — Smooth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle — Middle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 Brass \/ Gold Ring Spacers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle — Rear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural Elk Antler Cap — Brown \/ Cream Textured\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.53 Inches (420mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10.63 Inches (270mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.91 Inches (150mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 1.3 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack Leather — Basket Weave Embossed Pattern, Single Brass Snap Button, Black Stitching, Belt Loop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBowie Knife Collectors | Big Game Hunters | Elk \u0026amp; Deer Hunting | Father’s Day Gift | Groomsmen Gift | Christmas Gift for Him | Wall Display \u0026amp; Man Cave | Ranch \u0026amp; Farm Work | Outdoor Enthusiasts | Men Who Love Large Fixed Blade Knives\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand forged carbon steel blade — mirror polished bright silver finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge Bowie clip point profile — 16.53 inches overall, 10.63 inch blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScalloped \/ wavy spine edge — decorative serrations along full spine length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFuller groove running along blade for reduced weight and visual character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrass double crossguard — flat rectangular classic Bowie styling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree-section handle — black wood + brass ring spacers + natural elk antler cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack basket weave leather sheath with brass snap button\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Hand Forged Blade\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blade is hand forged from high carbon steel and mirror polished to a bright silver finish. The large Bowie clip point profile is one of the most iconic blade shapes in American knife making — built for field dressing big game, camp tasks, and display. The scalloped wavy spine edge runs the full length of the spine, adding a bold decorative element. A fuller groove reduces blade weight while adding visual character. For more handmade Bowie knives, explore our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/collections\/hunting-knives\"\u003eHunting Knives Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Elk Antler Handle\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe handle is built in three distinct sections — a front section of smooth black wood\/ebony, a middle section of three brass\/gold ring spacers, and a rear cap of natural elk antler with brown and cream textured surface. The brass double crossguard at the front provides a natural hand stop and adds a classic Bowie aesthetic. No two elk antler caps are identical — natural variation in color and texture makes each knife unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Black Basket Weave Leather Sheath\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sheath is crafted from black leather with a basket weave geometric pattern embossed across the full surface. A single brass snap button secures the knife. Black stitching runs along all edges. A belt loop on the back allows for easy field carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKnife Care Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand wash only — never put in dishwasher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry the blade immediately after any moisture contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a light coat of blade oil to maintain the carbon steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the black wood handle with a soft dry cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the elk antler cap with a soft dry cloth — avoid soaking in water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition the leather sheath with leather conditioner periodically\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in a dry, ventilated space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExplore More Handmade Knives\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/collections\/bowie-knives\"\u003eBowie Knives\u003c\/a\u003e — Handcrafted Bowie style fixed blade knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/collections\/hunting-knives\"\u003eHunting Knives\u003c\/a\u003e — Hand forged fixed blade hunting knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/collections\/skinner-knives\"\u003eSkinner Knives\u003c\/a\u003e — Handmade skinner knives collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/collections\/cowboy-knives\"\u003eCowboy Knives\u003c\/a\u003e — Handmade cowboy style fixed blade knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the scalloped spine on the blade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The scalloped or wavy spine edge refers to the decorative serrations along the top spine of the blade. These are forged and ground into the spine as a decorative design element — they add visual character and a distinctive profile to the knife without affecting the primary cutting edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the elk antler handle natural or synthetic?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The elk antler cap is natural — not synthetic or cast resin. Natural elk antler has unique color variation, texture, and grain in every piece, making each knife handle one of a kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the fuller groove on the blade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: A fuller (also called a blood groove or cannelure) is a lengthwise groove forged or ground into the blade. It reduces the overall weight of the blade while maintaining structural strength and adds a distinctive visual element to the knife profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does it come with a sheath?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. Every knife includes a black leather sheath with a basket weave embossed pattern, single brass snap button closure, black stitching, and a belt loop for field carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis knife is intended for adults 18 years of age or older. The buyer is solely responsible for compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws regarding the purchase, ownership, and carry of knives.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HS Knives Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55196165964095,"sku":null,"price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/2309\/6127\/files\/image_51fedb5b-48c2-42a9-a010-2ea61e0351e8.png?v=1787697840","url":"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/products\/hand-forged-bowie-knife-elk-antler-handle","provider":"HS Knives Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}