Bowie Knives

Hand-forged Bowie knives — the classic American frontier blade.

The Bowie knife takes its name from Jim Bowie, whose large knife became famous after the 1827 Sandbar Fight. The design that followed, with a long clip-point blade, a crossguard and a sturdy handle, became the standard American frontier knife and is still one of the most recognized fixed blades in the world.

Our Bowie collection includes hand-forged Damascus Bowies, classic clip-point designs and heavy camp Bowies from independent makers, with handles in stag, bone, horn and exotic wood, many paired with tooled leather sheaths.

Browse more fixed blade knives and skinning knives, or shop all Damascus steel knives.

Bowie Knife FAQ

What makes a knife a Bowie knife?

A Bowie has a large fixed blade, usually 6 inches or longer, a clip point where the spine dips toward the tip, and a guard between blade and handle.

What is a Bowie knife used for today?

Modern Bowies are used as camp and chopping knives and are widely collected for their history and craftsmanship.

Is it legal to own a Bowie knife?

Ownership is legal in most of the US, but carry laws for large fixed blades vary by state and city. Check your local laws before carrying one.
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  • 15" D2 Tool Steel Bowie Knife with Natural Rosewood Handle

    15" D2 Tool Steel Bowie Knife with Natural Rosewood Handle

    15" D2 Tool Steel Bowie Knife with Natural Rosewood Handle
    $180.00
  • 12" J2 Stainless Steel Bowie Knife with Natural Hardwood Handle

    12" J2 Stainless Steel Bowie Knife with Natural Hardwood Handle

    12" J2 Stainless Steel Bowie Knife with Natural Hardwood Handle
    $155.00
  • 13" Damascus Steel Bowie Knife – Fixed Blade Camp Knife with Pakkawood Handle

    13" Damascus Steel Bowie Knife – Fixed Blade Camp Knife with Pakkawood Handle

    13" Damascus Steel Bowie Knife – Fixed Blade Camp Knife with Pakkawood Handle
    $155.00
  • 17" High-Carbon Steel Bowie Knife with Contoured Pakkawood Handle

    17" High-Carbon Steel Bowie Knife with Contoured Pakkawood Handle

    17" High-Carbon Steel Bowie Knife with Contoured Pakkawood Handle
    $205.00
  • 13" J2 Stainless Steel Bowie Knife with Pakkawood Handle

    13" J2 Stainless Steel Bowie Knife with Pakkawood Handle

    13" J2 Stainless Steel Bowie Knife with Pakkawood Handle
    $155.00
  • 13" Damascus Steel Bowie Knife with Premium Rosewood Handle

    13" Damascus Steel Bowie Knife with Premium Rosewood Handle

    13" Damascus Steel Bowie Knife with Premium Rosewood Handle
    $155.00
  • 18" High-Carbon Steel Bowie Knife with Wrapped Leather Handle

    18" High-Carbon Steel Bowie Knife with Wrapped Leather Handle

    18" High-Carbon Steel Bowie Knife with Wrapped Leather Handle
    $215.00
  • 13" Damascus Bowie Knife – Bone & Bull Horn Handle

    13" Damascus Bowie Knife – Bone & Bull Horn Handle

    13" Damascus Bowie Knife – Bone & Bull Horn Handle
    $155.00
  • 13" Damascus Steel Bowie Knife with Camel Bone & Stacked Leather Handle

    13" Damascus Steel Bowie Knife with Camel Bone & Stacked Leather Handle

    13" Damascus Steel Bowie Knife with Camel Bone & Stacked Leather Handle
    $150.00
  • 17" D2 Tool Steel Colossal Bowie Knife with Pakkawood Handle

    17" D2 Tool Steel Colossal Bowie Knife with Pakkawood Handle

    17" D2 Tool Steel Colossal Bowie Knife with Pakkawood Handle
    $205.00
  • 12.5" High-Carbon Steel Bowie Knife with Authentic Stag Handle

    12.5" High-Carbon Steel Bowie Knife with Authentic Stag Handle

    12.5" High-Carbon Steel Bowie Knife with Authentic Stag Handle
    $170.00
  • 14" D2 Tool Steel Bowie Knife – Weatherproof Canvas Micarta

    14" D2 Tool Steel Bowie Knife – Weatherproof Canvas Micarta

    14" D2 Tool Steel Bowie Knife – Weatherproof Canvas Micarta
    $165.00
  • Fullered Clip Point Bowie Knife with Pakkawood Handle and Leather Belt Sheath

    Fullered Clip Point Bowie Knife with Pakkawood Handle and Leather Belt Sheath

    Fullered Clip Point Bowie Knife with Pakkawood Handle and Leather Belt Sheath
    $266.00
  • Stacked Bone Damascus Trailing Point Bowie with Alternating Bone Handle

    Stacked Bone Damascus Trailing Point Bowie with Alternating Bone Handle

    Stacked Bone Damascus Trailing Point Bowie with Alternating Bone Handle
    $150.00
  • Stacked Leather Handle Bowie Knife with Wide Fuller Blade and Brass S Guard

    Stacked Leather Handle Bowie Knife with Wide Fuller Blade and Brass S Guard

    Stacked Leather Handle Bowie Knife with Wide Fuller Blade and Brass S Guard
    $244.00
  • Stag Handle Bowie Knife with Fullered Mirror Blade and Brass Guard

    Stag Handle Bowie Knife with Fullered Mirror Blade and Brass Guard

    Stag Handle Bowie Knife with Fullered Mirror Blade and Brass Guard
    $211.00
  • Long Machete Bowie Knife with Walnut Handle and Drilled Mirror Blade

    Long Machete Bowie Knife with Walnut Handle and Drilled Mirror Blade

    Long Machete Bowie Knife with Walnut Handle and Drilled Mirror Blade
    $211.00
  • Wooden Classic Clip Point Bowie with Dark Wood Handle and Simple Guard

    Wooden Classic Clip Point Bowie with Dark Wood Handle and Simple Guard

    Wooden Classic Clip Point Bowie with Dark Wood Handle and Simple Guard
    $160.00
  • San Mai Damascus Bowie Knife With Rosewood Handle & Leather Sheath
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    San Mai Damascus Bowie Knife With Rosewood Handle & Leather Sheath

    San Mai Damascus Bowie Knife With Rosewood Handle & Leather Sheath
    $450.00 $650.00
  • Crown Stag & Resin Handle Bowie Knife with Hybrid Natural Grip

    Crown Stag & Resin Handle Bowie Knife with Hybrid Natural Grip

    Crown Stag & Resin Handle Bowie Knife with Hybrid Natural Grip
    $150.00
  • Inkbone Damascus Scrimshaw Bone Bowie with Tooled Leather Sheath

    Inkbone Damascus Scrimshaw Bone Bowie with Tooled Leather Sheath

    Inkbone Damascus Scrimshaw Bone Bowie with Tooled Leather Sheath
    $180.00
  • Walnut Handle Clip Point Bowie Knife with Fullered Layered Blade and Tooled Leather Sheath

    Walnut Handle Clip Point Bowie Knife with Fullered Layered Blade and Tooled Leather Sheath

    Walnut Handle Clip Point Bowie Knife with Fullered Layered Blade and Tooled Leather Sheath
    $222.00
  • Trailhide Damascus Antler Frontier Bowie with Full Antler Handle

    Trailhide Damascus Antler Frontier Bowie with Full Antler Handle

    Trailhide Damascus Antler Frontier Bowie with Full Antler Handle
    $160.00
  • Crown Stag Antler Bowie Knife with Large Mirror Clip Point Blade and Leather Sheath

    Crown Stag Antler Bowie Knife with Large Mirror Clip Point Blade and Leather Sheath

    Crown Stag Antler Bowie Knife with Large Mirror Clip Point Blade and Leather Sheath
    $244.00