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Testa Solingen Bowie Style Hunting Knife, Leather Handle, c.1950s
Testa Solingen Bowie Style Hunting Knife, Leather Handle, c.1950s
Testa Solingen Bowie Style Hunting Knife, Leather Handle, c.1950s
Testa Solingen Bowie Style Hunting Knife, Leather Handle, c.1950s
Testa Solingen Bowie Style Hunting Knife, Leather Handle, c.1950s

Testa Solingen Bowie Style Hunting Knife, Leather Handle, c.1950s

$85.00

A vintage Bowie-style hunting knife from Testa of Solingen, Germany, carrying the maker's ricasso stamp. Testa was one of the many Solingen cutlers producing export-market hunting and sporting knives through the mid-20th century, closely following the popular American Bowie pattern.

The clip point carbon steel blade is fitted with a curved steel guard and a handle built up from stacked leather washers with brass spacers, capped with an aluminum pommel.

Shows its age gracefully.

Specifications

Maker / BrandTesta
Estimated Era1950s
Blade Length4.75 in / 12.1 cm
Overall Length9 in / 22.9 cm
Blade MaterialCarbon Steel
Handle MaterialLeather
Blade StyleClip point
Markings / StampTESTA / SOLINGEN / GERMANY (ricasso stamp, partially worn)
IncludesOriginal sheath

Condition Grade

Very Good

Condition Notes

Blade shows minor wear consistent with age; edge intact, no chips or cracks. Handle has minor surface wear but is solid and tight. Original leather sheath included and holds the knife securely.

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