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VINTAGE MID-20TH CENTURY MEXICAN BOWIE / VAQUERO KNIFE
Cast Aluminum Pommel & Acid-Etched Carbon Steel BladeUp for sale/sale is a classic mid-20th-century vintage Mexican Bowie knife, typical of regional cutlery production from Oaxaca, Guadalajara, or Monterrey during the 1940s–1960s.FEATURES & DETAILS:
• Handle: Distinctive cast aluminum handle featuring an integrated decorative head pommel and guard, inset with dark hardwood scales.
• Blade: Large clip-point carbon steel blade with traditional acid-etched artwork on both sides, including crossed halberds/poleaxes and decorative scrollwork.
• Sheath: Not included.CONDITION NOTES:
• Pre-owned vintage condition with significant patina and surface rust/corrosion on the blade, as shown in photos.
• Etching remains partially visible underneath the surface oxidation.
• Handle and guard show age-appropriate wear with light oxidation on the aluminum; wood inlays are intact and secure.
• Please review all high-resolution photos carefully for exact cosmetic condition, blade surface texture, and measurements.Sold as-is, perfect for restoration, display, or vintage cutlery collectors!SHIPPING & HANDLING:
Mailed securely via USPS Ground Advantage with tracking.