{"product_id":"custom-handmade-hunting-bowie-knife-17-inch","title":"Custom Handmade Hunting Bowie Knife – Stag Horn Handle \u0026 Leather Sheath 17 Inch","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTwelve Inches of Carbon Steel. The Classic American Bowie.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis custom handmade hunting Bowie knife is built in the tradition of the great American Bowie — a large, capable, full-tang fixed blade designed for hunting, camp work, and display. The 12-inch carbon steel blade is mirror polished to a high shine, with a clip point profile and false edge on the clip that is the defining characteristic of the classic Bowie shape. The natural stag horn handle provides a secure, warm grip with the organic texture of genuine antler material. The gold brass crossguard protects the hand and anchors the classic heritage aesthetic of the Bowie design. The dark brown genuine leather sheath with silver snap button secures and protects the blade during carry and storage. At 17 inches overall and 2.0 lbs, this is a substantial, presence-commanding piece worthy of any serious collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\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\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh Carbon Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMirror Polished\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClip Point with False Edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGold Brass Crossguard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural Stag Horn\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\u003eEdge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRazor Sharp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 2.0 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDark Brown Genuine Leather with Silver Snap Button\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12-inch high carbon steel blade — mirror polished clip point profile with false edge, razor sharp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold brass crossguard — full hand protection and classic American Bowie heritage aesthetic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural stag horn handle — organic non-slip texture, unique grain on every knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack lanyard cord hole at butt — secure wrist carry option for field use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull tang construction — maximum strength through the full 17-inch length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark brown genuine leather sheath — silver snap button closure, belt loop carry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% handmade and hand-forged — individually crafted by skilled artisans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBlade Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 12-inch high carbon steel blade is ground to a clip point profile — the spine of the blade curves concave toward the tip to create the classic Bowie clip point shape, with a false edge sharpened along the clip. The blade is mirror polished to a high reflective shine across both flats, with the primary bevel and edge ground razor sharp. Carbon steel at this polish level takes and holds a keen working edge and re-sharpens readily on a whetstone or leather strop. The mirror polish finish reflects the environment around it, making the blade visually dynamic in any lighting condition. At 12 inches, this blade has the presence and capability of a true large hunting and camp Bowie.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHandle Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe natural stag horn handle is one of the most traditional and prized handle materials in American Bowie knife making — the porous, textured surface of the antler provides a naturally secure grip that improves in wet or field conditions. The dark brown and cream tones of the stag horn are unique to every piece. The gold brass crossguard provides full finger protection during use and creates a strong visual transition between the mirror polished blade and the organic stag horn handle. The black lanyard cord at the butt provides a carry and retention option for field use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSheath Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe dark brown genuine leather sheath is sized for the full 12-inch blade and provides belt carry via the integrated belt loop. The silver snap button secures the knife during carry. The dark chocolate brown leather is stitched along the full perimeter and will develop a natural patina with use over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Collector’s Bowie\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 17 inches overall and 2.0 lbs, this handmade Bowie commands attention in any display or collection. The combination of mirror polished carbon steel blade, gold brass crossguard, and natural stag horn handle is the definitive classic American Bowie aesthetic — the same design that defined American frontier knife making in the 19th century and continues to define premium handmade Bowie knives today. This is a piece built to be used in the field, displayed with pride, or presented as an exceptional gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBirthday Gift · Anniversary Gift · Father’s Day Gift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChristmas Gift · Hunter’s Gift · Collector’s Gift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCraftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery element of this knife is built by hand. The high carbon steel billet is forged, ground, and mirror polished by a craftsman. The blade is heat-treated and edge-finished by hand. The gold brass crossguard is fitted precisely at the blade shoulder. The stag horn handle is selected, shaped, and fitted over the full tang with the brass guard. The black cord lanyard is fitted at the butt. The dark brown leather sheath is cut, stitched, and assembled with the snap hardware by hand. No two knives are identical in stag horn grain or mirror polish character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIncluded With Your Purchase\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Custom Handmade Hunting Bowie Knife — Stag Horn Handle — Gold Brass Crossguard — 12-inch Carbon Steel Blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Dark Brown Genuine Leather Sheath with Silver Snap Button\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWipe the mirror polished blade clean with a soft lint-free cloth after each use — fingerprints and moisture will show on the mirror finish. Hand wash only if needed — never dishwasher. Dry immediately and thoroughly after any contact with moisture. Apply a light coat of blade oil or mineral oil to the carbon steel blade to prevent oxidation — carbon steel will develop patina and surface rust without regular oiling. The stag horn handle benefits from occasional light oiling with food-safe mineral oil. Condition the leather sheath seasonally with leather conditioner. Store in the sheath in a dry, ventilated environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKeep out of reach of children. Always follow proper knife safety practices during use and storage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a clip point blade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA clip point blade profile features a concave curve on the spine of the blade near the tip — as if a section of the spine has been “clipped” away. This creates a thinner, more acute tip compared to a standard drop point blade, giving better piercing capability. The classic Bowie knife clip point also features a false edge — a sharpened or beveled section along the clipped spine that adds a second usable edge at the tip for back-cut capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy carbon steel instead of stainless?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh carbon steel takes a sharper edge than most stainless steels and re-sharpens more easily on a whetstone or strop. It is the traditional choice for handmade hunting and camp knives where edge performance is the priority. Carbon steel requires more care — regular oiling and drying — to prevent surface oxidation, but rewards that care with superior cutting performance and edge retention in field conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the stag horn genuine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — the handle is made from genuine natural stag horn antler. Each piece is unique in color, texture, and grain. No two handles are identical.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this suitable as a gift?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — the combination of 12-inch mirror polished carbon steel blade, gold brass crossguard, and natural stag horn handle in a 17-inch overall Bowie makes this one of the most visually commanding and collectible handmade Bowie knives available as a gift at any price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExplore More\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trueamericanblades.com\/collections\/bowie-knives\"\u003eBowie Knives\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trueamericanblades.com\/collections\/hunting-knives\"\u003eHunting Knives\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trueamericanblades.com\/collections\/tracker-knives\"\u003eTracker Knives\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trueamericanblades.com\/collections\/skinner-knives\"\u003eSkinner Knives\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLegal Notice: Buyers are responsible for knowing and following all applicable local, state, and federal laws before ordering, possessing, or carrying this product. 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