Found a knife in the garage

[Kase]

I pretty much know nothing about knives, let me just state that.

Anyway, I found a knife in my garage. On the handle it says "F A Bower:Soilingen:MAde in Germany. The blade itself is about ten inches long and says "original bowie knife" on it. THe handle looks to be made out of antlers (Fake I'm Guessing?). It has a leather sheath to it that says FABICO on it.

Is this knife worth any money at all? I have no use for it, and would like to get rid of it, but how much should I ask to sell it? A friend is wanting to buy it, but I don't know what to tell him. Its not it amazing shape or anything, but doesn't look bad. Any help is much appreciated!

 

[eldirector]

A quick Google:
F A Bower Knives - Knifeforums.com - Intelligent Discussion for the Knife Enthusiast - Powered by FusionBB

and some ebay auctions:
fabico bowie knife items - Get great deals on Collectibles items on eBay.com!

Looks like anywhere from $12 to $150

 

[Kase]

Looks like anywhere from $12 to $150

Lol thats the problem. Do I ask for $12 or $150?

 

[Yeah]

Ask $150, don't let them know you'll let it go for $12, chips fall where they may.

 

[451_Detonics]

I would say depending on condition that around $50 would be a fair price. Pic would really help.

 

[twocoughs]

Starting at 150 but i'll take 10

 

[TiminMishawaka]

Just list it on INGO for $150 and you'll get a dozen "PM Sent" messages on your thread offering $12.

 

[Hoosier8]

Made in Germany, imported by F. A. Bower Import Company (FABICO) a US company that went out of business in 85. The are not considered collectible so go for decent prices. Saw one on Proxbid that went for $250 but I would expect the $50 to $100 range would be normal but I would watch the ebay item to see if it sells at $150.

 

[GREEN607]

That knife is not 'truly' a collector piece..... but has some value. They made that knife (which has geniune stag handle, BTW), in two different sizes.
Yours is the larger one, and the more sought after. Made by the same plant that made Boker-Tree Brand knives..... at that time.

All of these were actually (kinda) one-of-a-kind.... as the handles were all slighty different shape. I think the 'average' selling price is about $90......

 

[rjstew317]

OK, OK, OK, I'll give you $17.50!!! that's my final offer!

 

[sensationals]

i'll buy it