^Lot 281 IXL California Bowie Knife

Etched 8” clip point blade boldly marked “Geo Wostenholm & Sons Celebrated California Knife”. The ricasso marked “G. Wostenholm & Sons IXL”. Overall knife is 12 1/4” with ivory slab grips attached with 4 pins and long silver escutcheon. The blade has areas of staining from the sheath but is otherwise in fine and bright condition. Appears unused. The sheath is fancy stitched and has nickel throat and tip.