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Off Topic question- American Knife Heritage.
It came up as a matter of discussion with some of my SCA friends today. They were talking about our SCA friends in the UK who are surprised we dont play 'cowboys and indians' here which in turn evolved into a conversation about our American Western Heritage. And if any particular 'blade' or knifestyle was considered a standard or 'knife that won the west'.
They have a great deal of faith in you guys- they figured after hanging out here on these boards for a few months I'd know everything. Silly wonderful people. But I did promise them I'd ask you good folks here and then get back to them at our meeting in May. Thank you in advance for any help you may offer. Julie __________________ Today I'm becoming who I once dreamed to be. |
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I'm shocked that the Bowie knife didn't didn't immediately come to mind!
In the days before multi-shot rifles and pistols became standard, a good knife was a vital tool and in great demand. The Bowie - or someone's idea of what the original Bowie was like - was in huge demand. Even after cartridge pistols were common, the Bowie was the knife of choice. The love for that style has never really faded. __________________ God bless Texas! Now let's secede!! |
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Julie,
You should also post this question on the "Historical Inspiration" Forum. In knife-fighter lingo..."Up to the Green River" was a reference to burying the blade [in your adversary] up to where the trademark was located near the handle scales. Tim __________________ [B][URL="http://www.adlamengraving.com"]http://www.adlamengraving.com[/URL][/B] |
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Well uneducated me did think of the Bowie but unfortunately American History is not my specialty- Tudor is. So I figured since admittedly I'm new I'd ask ya'll here.
I knew I wouldnt be disappointed. Lets just say I'm 'western impared' but I promise I'll get better Thanks for the suggestion on the repost- I honestly hadn't thought about it. J __________________ Today I'm becoming who I once dreamed to be. Last edited by Julie Coffey; 04-17-2005 at 01:24 AM. |
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