Oddly enough the size isn't as unusual as some people think. I've been looking at original bowie knives from the civil war and holy crap they're big. Like, full blown cutlass big. So that big old bowie is not as unusual as you'd think.
a lot of people love to compare windlass products with modern knives and steels. I prefer to think that the knives are more authentic because of the rougher finish and softer steel. If I lived in the 18th century I would love this knife (more like short sword); hell I still would love to have one.
If you look at this product as a sword rather than a knife, I think it's ome of KoA's products that has the most value for the money. I haven't seen a durability review of this particular blade just yet but the way it's put together seems good enough (peened, with no massive gap between the guard and the grip). Windlass has a reputation of making "hit or miss" products and in my opinion, this one's a hit.
@@bobafett109 I have an M1898 Dutch Cutlass that was shortened into a machete during WW2. They were referred to as "Klewangs" in the theater, and were often captured from Dutch east india company prisoners, and used by Japanese forces. Mine was apparently captured from a dead Japanese soldier.
Technically the size standards for a Bowie, and this rule is still respected today, was anything with a blade length of 5 1/2 to 24 inches. Anything beyond 24 inches was classified as a short sword. This is take from the Bowie brothers' first knife which was extremely large, and then the size changes as each new model was geared toward different and added purposes.
I can't personally call anything with a blade over a foot in length a knife. The Greeks and Romans had blades similar in length to this, and they were referred to as sword's. A blade must be two feet in length to be considered a cutlass, and beyond that lies true swords. So I myself would classify blades as follows. A knife is anything with a blade that is a foot long or under. Between one and two feet of blade is a short sword. A blade of two to two and a half feet would be a cutlass, and beyond that would be true swords. But hey, what do I know. All this only applies to single edged blades anyway.
THAT IS ONE DEADLY CLOSE RANGE WEAPON. JUST KEEP IT SHARP & IT CAN WORK LIKE A CUTLASS. SOME SAY THAT IT HAS POOR HAND PROTECTION BUT IF YOU PUT INTO YOUR MIND THAT YOU ARE GOING TO ATTACK THE ATTACKER & YOU KEEP IT TIGHT, THERE WILL BE NO PROBLEM !
Looks interesting. Full tang? I have a Windlass Assam rifles Kukri. Pretty rock solid, battle worthy, has a Thick Rat tail tang that is solidly peened onto the handle bolster. This Item reminds me of a RUclips weapons history vid about early 19th century "Armed" Metropolitan Police that might carry turn of the century revolvers. But, I believe it was called the "City Metro Police short saber/cutlass/hanger/ ", and close similarities. What's the cost?
Wife is getting me one for Christmas! KOA had them on backorder so she had to purchase from another dealer 😔 But thanks for the review. You still sold the thing.
How strong is that bowie ? i brought one from you but I don't want to thrash it because it's so beautiful but i noticed that the tang is quite thin {though that was a standard back in it's day}. Too bad there isn't a full tang version of this gorgeous knife.
THE FRENCH BRIQUET BY UNIVERSAL SWORD IS SPECTACULAR. VERY MUCH LIKE THIS D-GUARD BOWIE BUT WITH A 24 INCH BLADE. A VERY STRONG LITTLE CUTLASS. MAKE SURE TO PAY FOR THE SHARPENING.
so total off topic but does anyone know about the 1880 Bowie knife windlass makes can not find to much about them I am looking for a fighting Bowie so could it do the job
I own that Windlass 1880 knife and it’s great. It takes and holds a good edge, is robust, and feels good in the hand. I go hiking and camping a lot, and it always comes with me.
How much abuse can the blade take, I need a large working blade, I want to know of this'll stand up to abuse (cutting wood, brush, etc.). I'm thinking this cause it's cheap, but if anyone has a better suggestion let me know!
Pixelman64 Well really it’s more like a sword, in that it’s not really made to take a ton of abuse. However considering windlass is a great company especially for the price I’d say it will stand up to some abuse just not every day. Hope this helps, but if I were you I’d go with another knife or machete. Remember though I don’t personally own this blade I just am well informed on swords and knives.
@@Ecocristero3 I was wondering if it might be a regional thing, I'm up on the west end of the Red, here and in the Dallas area where I'm from we pronounce it Boo ee.
Windlass makes some quality blades and that one is know exception, "Pgandy1" has one of those on his channel, he is a true Blade Aficionado , swords, kukri, knives ,armor, sword canes & canes ect. Check out the guy if your have the time he is a knowledge fellow.
He mentions sharping the back cut - I believe it is illegal to sharpen the back cut in all 50 US states. But check the knife laws in your state before doing it.
42icee I own an example of this very knife, and I beg to differ. It’s well-balanced and robust. I’ve used it for brush clearing as well as debarking and light chopping duties and it’s been most satisfactory.
Oddly enough the size isn't as unusual as some people think. I've been looking at original bowie knives from the civil war and holy crap they're big. Like, full blown cutlass big. So that big old bowie is not as unusual as you'd think.
a lot of people love to compare windlass products with modern knives and steels. I prefer to think that the knives are more authentic because of the rougher finish and softer steel. If I lived in the 18th century I would love this knife (more like short sword); hell I still would love to have one.
I have been meaning to get this gorgeous knife / sword for a long time, now...
okay that's pretty badass looking, not gonna lie
If you look at this product as a sword rather than a knife, I think it's ome of KoA's products that has the most value for the money. I haven't seen a durability review of this particular blade just yet but the way it's put together seems good enough (peened, with no massive gap between the guard and the grip). Windlass has a reputation of making "hit or miss" products and in my opinion, this one's a hit.
bowie knife, more like cutlass
The Cutlass has a blade no less than 24 inches so this is a BIG knife. It's a Beauty.
@@MrEdium It's no cutlass I agree, but it is more than just a big knife. It is a short sword. Like a Gladius.
@@smartacus88 IT'S AWESOME !
Many of the confederate D guard bowie's were made from swords that they cut down into knives
@@bobafett109 I have an M1898 Dutch Cutlass that was shortened into a machete during WW2.
They were referred to as "Klewangs" in the theater, and were often captured from Dutch east india company prisoners, and used by Japanese forces. Mine was apparently captured from a dead Japanese soldier.
Gorgeous Confederate d-guard Bowie! Just ordered.
Technically the size standards for a Bowie, and this rule is still respected today, was anything with a blade length of 5 1/2 to 24 inches. Anything beyond 24 inches was classified as a short sword. This is take from the Bowie brothers' first knife which was extremely large, and then the size changes as each new model was geared toward different and added purposes.
I can't personally call anything with a blade over a foot in length a knife. The Greeks and Romans had blades similar in length to this, and they were referred to as sword's. A blade must be two feet in length to be considered a cutlass, and beyond that lies true swords. So I myself would classify blades as follows. A knife is anything with a blade that is a foot long or under. Between one and two feet of blade is a short sword. A blade of two to two and a half feet would be a cutlass, and beyond that would be true swords. But hey, what do I know. All this only applies to single edged blades anyway.
AYOOO IT'S THE BADLANDS
THAT IS ONE DEADLY CLOSE RANGE WEAPON. JUST KEEP IT SHARP & IT CAN WORK LIKE A CUTLASS. SOME SAY THAT IT HAS POOR HAND PROTECTION BUT IF YOU PUT INTO YOUR MIND THAT YOU ARE GOING TO ATTACK THE ATTACKER & YOU KEEP IT TIGHT, THERE WILL BE NO PROBLEM !
FULL FLAT GRIND, SO IT FLIES THROUGH WHAT EVER IT MAKES CONTACT WITH.
more windlass blades please!!!
Looks interesting. Full tang? I have a Windlass Assam rifles Kukri. Pretty rock solid, battle worthy, has a Thick Rat tail tang that is solidly peened onto the handle bolster. This Item reminds me of a RUclips weapons history vid about early 19th century "Armed" Metropolitan Police that might carry turn of the century revolvers. But, I believe it was called the "City Metro Police short saber/cutlass/hanger/ ", and close similarities. What's the cost?
Wife is getting me one for Christmas! KOA had them on backorder so she had to purchase from another dealer 😔 But thanks for the review. You still sold the thing.
The True Combat Bowie Knife !
Wonderful knife! Great video!
How strong is that bowie ? i brought one from you but I don't want to thrash it because it's so beautiful but i noticed that the tang is quite thin {though that was a standard back in it's day}. Too bad there isn't a full tang version of this gorgeous knife.
MrEdium I have one that I’ve put to good use for camping. Don’t be afraid to use it. It’s a robust knife.
U do good knife videos....u also do all the knifes and swords that I like..thank u
A TRUE FIGHTING BOWIE !
Any idea what the steel is? the KoA website did not say.
that's one awesome blade
I'm thinking about buying a short sword/ arming sword but I don't know what one to get
Windlass has a nice arming sword that is well price in their Battlecry line.
THE FRENCH BRIQUET BY UNIVERSAL SWORD IS SPECTACULAR. VERY MUCH LIKE THIS D-GUARD BOWIE BUT WITH A 24 INCH BLADE. A VERY STRONG LITTLE CUTLASS. MAKE SURE TO PAY FOR THE SHARPENING.
I'm looking for a good basket hilt sword. Any recommendations? Under $300 if possible
so total off topic but does anyone know about the 1880 Bowie knife windlass makes can not find to much about them I am looking for a fighting Bowie so could it do the job
I own that Windlass 1880 knife and it’s great. It takes and holds a good edge, is robust, and feels good in the hand. I go hiking and camping a lot, and it always comes with me.
How much abuse can the blade take, I need a large working blade, I want to know of this'll stand up to abuse (cutting wood, brush, etc.). I'm thinking this cause it's cheap, but if anyone has a better suggestion let me know!
Pixelman64 Well really it’s more like a sword, in that it’s not really made to take a ton of abuse. However considering windlass is a great company especially for the price I’d say it will stand up to some abuse just not every day. Hope this helps, but if I were you I’d go with another knife or machete. Remember though I don’t personally own this blade I just am well informed on swords and knives.
WOW! it does not look like a Bowie it has the size of a cutlass.
I will thank you.
+Can't Fight Fly Or Crow real shame 😔
equivalent of the roman short sword
that's actually quite accurate. Not really a primary weapon but something you'd fall back on if you were up close and you can't use your spear/firearm
As a matter of clarification, in Texas we pronounce it boo-ee not bow-ee. Just sayin'.
scott fox I’m from Texas and I’ve always pronounced it bow-ee, although I’ve heard it pronounced both ways by fellow Texans.
@@Ecocristero3 North Texas, South Texas East Texas or West Texas?
T Hitsugaya I’ve lived in all 4 but I was born in east.
@@Ecocristero3 I was wondering if it might be a regional thing, I'm up on the west end of the Red, here and in the Dallas area where I'm from we pronounce it Boo ee.
James Bowie reportedly pronounced his name BOO-ee.
mini-cutlass
max "knife" length is 18"
after that, its a S W O R D.
ok, but handle is too round and slippery. Also tang must be very thin inside the handle. It would be much better with full exposed tang.
More like a Dussack
Windlass makes some quality blades and that one is know exception, "Pgandy1" has one of those on his channel, he is a true Blade Aficionado , swords, kukri, knives ,armor, sword canes & canes ect. Check out the guy if your have the time he is a knowledge fellow.
He mentions sharping the back cut - I believe it is illegal to sharpen the back cut in all 50 US states. But check the knife laws in your state before doing it.
No it's not
*knife
I wouldn't call it that.It's a sword.
Nice, but to long for a Bowie.
Mass produced garbage
42icee I own an example of this very knife, and I beg to differ. It’s well-balanced and robust. I’ve used it for brush clearing as well as debarking and light chopping duties and it’s been most satisfactory.
You can always go pay $1,000 or $2,000
Way to thin for as long as it is and made in Pakistan