180
Custom Hunting Knife, 1940s JIM CORBETT
Estimate:
$400 - $800
Starting Bid:
$200
Sold
$650
Live Auction
February Exceptional Estates Auction
Category
Description
Double-edged hunting knife, 12-1/2" long with 7" edges. Engraved on ricasso "J. Ballard," with "J.M. Ballard" stamped on back of loop on leather sheath. Blade is engraved "Jim Corbett." Corbett (British, 1875-1955) was a popular hunter, tracker and author who was famous for hunting big cats in India. Noteworthy about the engraving on the knife is that it was done by hand, not stamped or machine engraved. This item can be shipped in-house.
Condition
See images. Very fine condition. Minor oxidation spot on blade. Some oxidation on brass guard.