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SOLD WE-1 Roach Belly hunting and skinning knife

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Two Feathers

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Howdy folks, Two Feathers here. My top selling knife is back! I don't need to say much about this knife, its reputation speaks for itself. This is my WE-1 Roach Belly skinning and hunting knife. Price is $125.00 +$15.00 s&h USD$. I’m now forced to use the USPS home pickup service as it’s too dangerous to go to my PO. We have had a lot of deaths in my town from the virus. Hopefully once it's over, I can start going back to my PO and cut my shipping costs a bit. But for now, it is what it is.



This knife and sheath both look circa. 1700's. The knife is 9.25” overall length. The blade is 5” long by 1.25” at the widest part of the curve, and .093” (3/32”) thick 1095 high carbon steel. It’s straight razor sharp. The blade design makes it an excellent skinner and the Roach Belly is ideal for field dressing game, from the smallest Wood Chuck to the biggest game! It has proved itself while by dressing a 2 Elk, a Bear, a Moose and a huge Mullie. It dressed all five of those big game animals with virtually no need to sharpen, just a quick touch up.



The handle is Curly Maple with a very nice grain. It is oil sealed, buffed, and waxed for protection and long life. The handle is held on by (2) 1/8” iron pins and Non visible epoxy (for added waterproofing at the joint). I know Epoxy isn’t PC, but it keeps the handle slabs securely attached along with the 2 pins, and it stops any water from attacking, cracking, and swelling the wood at the joint between the slabs and the steel tang AND it isn’t visible! It also seals the joint between the handle slabs and tang to keep out blood, dirt, and other bacteria.



The sheath is hand crafted of 5oz. Veg. tanned cowhide. It has a welt to protect the stitches, and is stitched in an X pattern for that PC/HA appearance. There is a second row of stitching to add to the strength. The sheath is stained Dark Brown. It has a “Mountain Man” style belt slot that will accept a 2-1/4” wide belt.
The rear of the sheath has my Two Feathers signature burned into it.

Price disclaimer: All prices are in USD$. I prefer PayPal friends and family, but will take money orders.

I try to ship same day as funds are received. The exceptions are Federal Holidays, Sundays, severe weather, PO hours, and now this virus thing. I provide tracking information the minute your parcel is picked up.

I have had 100% satisfaction on all of my knives/items. You can trust that any purchase you make from me will live up to, or exceed, your expectations! You have 50+ years of the Two Feathers reputation on that!

I now sell in Canada. (See price disclaimer.)

You can PM me here, or email me at [email protected]

As always, thanks for looking.

God bless:

Two Feathers
 

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Thank you, Stan, Treestalker. NOW...someone buy it! :thumb: I've just become a vendor. Not sure "what all" that means, but I'll find out. :)
God bless:
Two Feathers
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Smokey Plainsman
Thank you for your inquiry. Yes, it's a loose adaptation of an 1800's Native American Parfleche knife sheath. If you're looking for a reference to a specific museum or historical publication showing the sheath, then I'm sorry, but I cannot supply you with those. This is just my version of the fur trade era sheath that I have seen dozens of other makers produce. I'm not copying them, and I'm NOT taking credit for their work.
Here's some info. that I WAS able to find. For whatever it's worth?
1. There were many styles of rawhide and hard leather sheaths used on the Plains in the 1800s. A good reference book for styles, decorations, construction techniques, and actual photos of museum specimens is Plains Indian Knife Sheaths by Alex Kozlov A sheath’s style includes not only the general shape but the method of belt attachment.
Here is a ink to the book. Plains Indian Knife Sheaths - Alex Kozlov It was published by Crazy Crow Trading Post.
I hope this doesn't dissuade you from purchasing one of my knives? They are of excellent quality.
Again, very sorry:
God bless:
Two Feathers
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Making a Parfleche Knife Sheath
 
Smokey Plainsman
Thank you for your inquiry. Yes, it's a loose adaptation of an 1800's Native American Parfleche knife sheath. If you're looking for a reference to a specific museum or historical publication showing the sheath, then I'm sorry, but I cannot supply you with those. This is just my version of the fur trade era sheath that I have seen dozens of other makers produce. I'm not copying them, and I'm NOT taking credit for their work.
Here's some info. that I WAS able to find. For whatever it's worth?
1. There were many styles of rawhide and hard leather sheaths used on the Plains in the 1800s. A good reference book for styles, decorations, construction techniques, and actual photos of museum specimens is Plains Indian Knife Sheaths by Alex Kozlov A sheath’s style includes not only the general shape but the method of belt attachment.
Here is a ink to the book. Plains Indian Knife Sheaths - Alex Kozlov It was published by Crazy Crow Trading Post.
I hope this doesn't dissuade you from purchasing one of my knives? They are of excellent quality.
Again, very sorry:
God bless:
Two Feathers
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Making a Parfleche Knife Sheath

Not one bit, whether period or not they are gorgeous and look very nice!
 
Not one bit, whether period or not they are gorgeous and look very nice!
Smokey Plainsman
Thank you for not being a PC snob. I do my best to make a high quality knife, BUT, I know sometimes they're NOT 100% PC/HA. and I would NEVER clam that they are, unless I know 100% that the design came right from a reputable source. Thanks again for your inquiry.
Stay safe my friend.
God bless:
Two Feathers
 
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