Stag Mini-Bowie by Bailey Bradshaw

[RogerP]

This is another recent addition that has me grinning from ear to ear: a sweet mini-bowie by master bladesmith Bailey Bradshaw.

This knife features a random pattern damascus blade of 1084 and 15N20 steels, with a convex edge. The same steel was employed in forming the double-guard, octagonal ferrule and butt cap. Blade length is a shade under 5 ½” with an overall length of 10”.

The handle is of mortise-fit stag scales, and as an added touch the knife also features take-down costruction.

As with all Bradshaw knives that I have owned, this one features truly impeccable workmanship. Fit and finish are absolutely first rate and the knife has a really great feel in the hand – nice heft and balance.

One more shot:

My thanks to Murray White for the photographs (I forgot my camera – again).

Cheers,

Roger

 

[notdos]

Very nice!

 

[Bladeandbarrel]

that really is exceptional.
Love the octagonal ferrule!

Bailey is a gentleman and a master!

 

[Keith Montgomery]

I love it. This is plain and simply a beautiful knife.

 

[JensJ]

What Keith said...simply beautiful, with great lines and perfect proportions.

Jens.

 

[NickWheeler]

Awesome edition to your collection Roger!

Very nice!
Nick

 

[Mongo]

This one is absolutely gorgeous! About as sweet as you can get. What a perfect combo of stag, damascus, and typical BB fit/finish. I love this small bowie/personal forged blade category. I think we are more apt to actually carry this size knife as opposed to a big honkin' bowie.

 

[Danbo]

Holy shmoley! That is about as good as it gets, folks.

My next Bradshaw knife won't be anywhere near as fancy as that one. Just some twist damascus and blue/green mammoth ivory.

Congrats, Roger. That is a great find!

 

[Joss]

Gorgeous piece!

 

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