The original of this Bowie, with a blade etch designed to appeal to the Union loyalists during the American Civil War, was made by W. & H. Whitehead in about 1860. Many Northern troops carried “Death to Traitors” knives, and they were referred to by Southerners as “Damn Yankee Knives”. The hilt style of this Bowie became very popular and remained in common use when the Bowie was shortened and relegated to the role of a hunting knife. KEY FEATURES: Historically accurate High-carbon steel Great for collectors MEASUREMENTS: Handle length: 4 ¾” Overall length: 12 ¾” Weight: 11oz Thickness: .185”