Cold Steel 1917 Frontier Bowie Fixed Blade Knife - Rosewood CS88CSAB

The year is 1836. Pine hangs heavy in the air, black powder lingers on the wind, and the frontier doesn’t forgive hesitation. In a world like that, your knife isn’t an accessory. It’s your lifeline. The Cold Steel 1917 Frontier Bowie Fixed Blade Knife carries that hard-earned truth straight into the present, putting the weight of American frontier history into a blade built for use, not just admiration. From the moment it settles into your hand, it feels less like a tool and more like a promise that you’re prepared for whatever waits beyond the treeline.

Cold Steel designed this Bowie for people who respect the past but live in the now. It’s inspired by the legendary fighting and utility knives of the early frontier era, yet it’s engineered with modern expectations of strength and reliability. The 12.25-inch clip point blade is forged from 1085 high-carbon steel, chosen for its toughness, edge retention, and ease of field maintenance. With an overall length of 17.625 inches and a spine measuring a full quarter inch thick, this knife delivers the authority of a short sword and the working power of a camp tool in one commanding package.

The blued blade finish reduces glare and helps resist the elements, while the full-length fuller lightens the blade just enough to keep it lively in hand. An iconic blued steel S-shaped guard provides genuine hand protection during demanding use, reinforcing confidence whether you’re chopping, clearing, or standing your ground. The rich rosewood handle balances the blade beautifully and offers a secure, comfortable grip that feels natural even during extended work.

This Frontier Bowie isn’t meant for drawers or display-only cases. It’s built for woodsmen splitting kindling, survivalists who trust carbon steel when conditions turn ugly, and collectors who want a historically inspired knife that’s fully capable of earning its keep. Paired with a premium black leather sheath with blued steel fittings, it’s ready to travel wherever the trail leads.

Own a blade that honors the frontier while thriving in the modern wild. Get your Cold Steel 1917 Frontier Bowie Fixed Blade Knife today from SMKW, the trusted source for authentic, hard-use knives built to last.