Bowie knife is rapidly gaining popularity among outdoor fans. It has a wide range of uses such as bushcraft, cooking, and interior decoration, and one of these can be used for cutting, scraping, and peeling. We have a wide variety of powerful and large ones to small ones that are easy to use, so you will surely find a Bowie knife that suits you!
What is a Bowie knife?
Bowie knives are long-established knives, many of which are large with a blade length of 15 cm to 30 cm, and are characterized by a solid double hilt with a clip point and a sheath knife.
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What is the history of Bowie Knife?
Bowie knife, the prototype of today’s hunting knives, is so-called because it was used by the hero James Bowie scattered in Fort Alamo during the battle and hunting during the Archetypal Old West 185 years ago. became.
What is a clip point?
The clip point is a name that expresses the shape of the blade, and its streamlined form is beautiful and is intended for piercing and cutting. There are about 6 other shapes such as dagger points.
What is a Double Hilt?
The hilt is a part that guards the fingers at the base of the blade, and the double hilt can be imagined as a solid shape like the handle of a sword.
What is a sheath knife?
Sheath knives are so-called knives with sheaths. Since the blade and handle are fixed, it is durable and well-balanced. There are various types of sheaths, such as those made of reinforced nylon and those made of leather, and each has a different feeling of use, so it is a good idea to refer to it when choosing.
How to use Bowie Knife?
The prototype of the Bowie knife is said to be a modification of the butcher knife for slaughter used in Europe at that time by James Bowie’s brother, so many of them are large, and it is dangerous to carry around in the modern city.
The difference in usage depending on size
The old-fashioned large ones are popular as interiors to embody the atmosphere of the American pioneer era, and there seem to be rare items using deer horns and bones for the grip.
In addition, medium to small bowie knives are said to be the prototypes of modern hunting knives and survival knives, so they are versatile and are useful in all outdoor activities such as camping and mountain climbing.
Rambo knife recommended selection
The Rambo Knife is the official replica of the Bowie Knife used by Rambo in the Rambo series of Vietnamese return soldiers played by the famous actor Sylvester Stallone. Its characteristic is a beautiful design. Some of them have a serial number, and some of them are so popular that they are difficult to obtain now.
From the point of view of a knife designed for movies, it is not without its practicality, but it seems that many people enjoy it as an interior rather than as a knife used EDC or for mountaineering.
① RAMBO3
It is an official replica product that faithfully reproduces the knife used by Rambo played by Sylvester Stallone in the 3rd place “Afghan of Anger” in the Rambo series. It is a large item with a total length of 450 mm, but it is perfect not only as an interior item but also as a practical item if you attach a blade firmly. Comes with a cowhide sheath.
RAMBO3
Full length: 45 cm
Blade crossing: 32 cm
Weight: 900g
② RAMBO5
This is the official replica of the knife used by Rambo in “Rambo 5 His Last Blood”, which is the final item in the Rambo series. This knife is a valuable item with a serial number limited to 5000 pieces manufactured for the first time. Niolox steel, which is resistant to rust, is used as the material, and it is also practical if the blade is firmly bladed first. Buffalo leather is used for the sheath.
Rambo Last Blood Knife
Full length: 38 cm
Blade crossing: 20 cm
Weight: 640g
Bowie knife up to 100 dollars recommended ② selection
Bowie knives range from $20 class to over $1500 class, from pins to drills. The difference is largely due to the material of the knife itself and the presence or absence of the brand, but the first one is a relatively affordable product and it is good to try various uses.
① MOSSY OAK Sheath knife full tongue structure Natural wood handle Total length 275mm
Recommended points of this knife
Although it is a small knife like a Bowie knife, it does not easily rust because it uses stainless steel for the blade, so it is ideal for use in watery scenes such as outdoor cooking! It is an item that is easy for beginners to try.
MOSSY OAK
Full length: 28 cm
Blade crossing: 15 cm
Weight: 300g
② Muela / Muera CAZ-16R Casola 160mm / Rosewood handle Bowie knife
Recommended points of this knife
Bowie knife from the well-established Spanish manufacturer “Muela Casola”. The biggest feature of this knife is its lightness. It’s less than 200g in this size, so it’s easy to handle, and you won’t get tired from its weight even if you use it for mountaineering or outdoor cooking. Due to its lightness, it is not suitable for branching or batoning, but it is a small but usable item.
Muera Casola
Full length: 28 cm
Blade crossing: 16 cm
Weight: 190g
Bowie knife recommended for 100 dollars or more ③ selection
If you use the FX-FK002 knife for a long time, you will want a good one. Isn’t this the path that everyone who has been on that path for a long time will take at least once? Let’s find one that has a streamlined and solid structure that can be used for a lifetime.
① Muela / Muera MAGNUM-23.TO Magnum 230mm / Stag handle Bowie knife
Recommended points of this knife
The second in the popular maker Muera series. Notable is the wild stag handle. Because of the natural handle, each one has a different shape, so it will be one item in the world. In addition, X50CrMoV15 is used for the blade steel of stainless steel made in Germany. It is durable and easy to sharpen, so you can use it for a long time.
Muera MAGNUM-23
full length: 36 cm
Blade crossing: 23 cm
Weight: 400g
② EXTREMA RATIO ER0128BLK MK2.1 Tactical Bowie Knife Straight Blade N690 Black
Recommended points of this knife
Estreima Latio ER0128BLK MK2.1 Tactical Bowie Knife is a genuine Japanese product. This Bowie knife is an improved version of the most widely used model during World War II.
Its blade is very thick, about 6.3mm, and the grip has a rough feel. It is easy to grip and does not slip easily, so it can be used in harsh conditions. It’s not cheap at all, but its practicality-oriented quality is a wonderful item that can only be understood by using it.
Estrei Maratio
full length: 30 cm
Blade crossing: 18 cm
Weight: 390g
③ FALLKNIVEN Modern Bowie MB
Recommended points of this knife
Bowie knife with a powerful blade thickness of 7.5 mm, which is confidently provided by up-and-coming FX-FK002 rather than a historic manufacturer founded in 1984 in Sweden, is a very linear blade (blade) that does not look strange. It is an item with excellent practicality.
Modern Bowie comes with a full range of standard accessories, including a sturdy leather sheath as well as a special waterproof case. It’s also nice to have a diamond and ceramic whetstone that’s convenient for outdoor use.
Bowie knife recommended extra edition ① selection
Knives are not only famous overseas. There are many traditional craftsmen that the US is proud of in the world when it comes to cutlery. From old swordsmiths to modern household knives, it has a long history, and the tradition that has been passed down to the present day is still alive.
Among them, the work of legend Saji Takeshi, a Japanese knife writer who was certified as a traditional craftsman at the youngest age in Japan, was created from a unique sensibility, ranging from pure Japanese style knives to Western-style forged knives. Each book has produced a number of quaint items that are not found in carefully custom-made maker products.
I would like to introduce the Bowie knife made by Mr. Saji Saji.
① Saji Samurai Boy 240mm Japanese Knife Sword Nata Hatchet Forged White Paper Multilayer Steel (SJ-34) SAJI TAKESHI
Recommended points of this knife
The blade is made of forged white multi-layer steel, so the wavy pattern is very beautiful, and the grip uses stags (deer horns), so each one has a slightly different shape, which is the best in the world. Two knives. In addition to the leather sheath, a special box is included.
Saji Samurai Boy 240mm
Full length: 39 cm
Blade crossing: 24 cm
Weight: 490g
Let’s go out with a Bowie knife!
You can carry it with you as a companion for mountain climbing in the camp, or you can look at it as an interior in a relaxing time, and it’s up to you to use it! Don’t forget to take care of your used knife!
Article 22 of the Firearms and Swords Possession Control Law states that “no one shall carry a blade with a blade length exceeding 6 cm, except for business or other justifiable reasons.” If you violate this, you will be imprisoned for up to 2 years or fined up to 3000 dollars.
Please handle it with care.
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