Charles F. Ochs III, M.S. LARGE Pattern Welded Damascus Bowie, Exotic Sheath (SOLD)

This massive Bowie is more like a short sword or cutlass.  The blade is Charles' own pattern welded Damascus, beautifully executed in a "cross hatch" pattern.  The guard and butt cap with fancy sculpted pin are also done in Damascus.  The "fluted" handle is gorgeous - creamy fossilized material with natural checks, that has developed a beautiful yellow patina.  This is a solid piece of material, not two slabs and no pins.  The frog button sheath is made from an exotic leather, and the button is mounted on an arrowhead shaped inlay.  Please note that there is what appears to be a scratch on the face of the button.  It is not a scratch - etched on the face of the button are the letters "OX".  Charles obviously made the sheath too.  This knife absolutely melts in the palm of your hand.  You can tell how well balanced it is as soon as you hold it.  The knife is on consignment from the collection of another world renown Mastersmith.  He acquired it directly from Charles, and it has been in his collection since.  Being a Mastersmith himself, the knife was well cared for, and stored properly.  The knife is in excellent, unused condition.  I dare say it is close to mint condition.  I cannot find anything of note on either the knife or the sheath.  This Mastersmith is "thinning" out his collection, and Windy City Knives is honored to have been appointed as his chosen purveyor.