Victorian Bowie Knife by ‘Beal & Sons’ Sheffield. ED 2615. Hunting Knives

This enterprise began in Ranmoor, where the Beal family had manufactured scissors since at least the 1790s. It was operated by Peter Beal. After his death in 1835 his widow, Sarah (1791-1862), and her son Joseph (1817-1878) continued the business. John Beal – possibly another son – was also involved with J. & J. Beal at this time. This example from the ‘Endure’ collection has a 15 ½ cm blade inscribed to one side with the Hog symbol above ‘Joseph Beal & Sons-Sheffield’ The spine of the blade has an ornate pattern. The brass quillon is below a horn handle and brass pommel with retaining screw. The blade has aged well with a nice patina. The brown leather sheath has a stitched in belt loop and stitching to the side *95% intact. A lovely example from a legendary cutler. The price includes UK delivery. ED 2615.