

🗡️ Own the wild — because your gear should be as bold as your adventures.
The SZCO Full Tang Bowie Knife is a 15-inch fixed blade hunting knife featuring a robust 420HC carbon steel clip-point blade for superior edge retention and corrosion resistance. Its ergonomic wooden handle with a brass guard ensures a firm, comfortable grip, while the included hand-stitched leather sheath offers secure, stylish portability. Ideal for camping, hunting, and outdoor survival, this knife combines classic design with rugged performance to elevate your outdoor experience.
| ASIN | B0045TOBLQ |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #138,283 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #453 in Fixed Blade Hunting Knives |
| Blade Edge | Hollow |
| Blade Length | 15 Inches |
| Blade Material | Carbon Steel |
| Blade Shape | Clip Point |
| Blade Type | Fixed |
| Brand | SZCO |
| Brand Name | SZCO |
| Color | Brown/Brass |
| Customer Package Type | [Inferred from context: Protective packaging for sharp objects, including a leather sheath] |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (754) |
| Date First Available | September 12, 2010 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00801608028584 |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Handle Material | Wood |
| Included Components | Sheath |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 15 x 2.25 x 1.25 inches |
| Item Length | 15 Inches |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 16.6 x 5 x 1.3 inches |
| Item Weight | 1.21 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | SZCO Supplies, Inc. |
| Material | Carbon Steel |
| Model Name | Bowie Fixed Blade Knife |
| Model Year | 2012 |
| Package Weight | 0.77 Kilograms |
| Part Number | 202858-CS |
| Power Source | Manual |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Outdoor |
| Reusability | Reusable |
| Shape | irregular |
| Size | 15 inch |
| Special Feature | 420HC Carbon Steel Clip-Point Blade, Brass Cross Guard, Ergonomic Wooden Handle, Hand-Stitched Leather Sheath, Non Slip |
| Sport Type | Hunting |
| Style | Modern |
| Theme | Outdoor Adventure |
| UPC | 801608028584 |
H**6
Big, mean and ugly
So there I was drunk and off another red dead redemption kick looking for a Bowie knife that was decent looking and cheap. Drunk me and carbon steel are basically married at this point but I digress. When I got the knife the next day I almost rushed to check my checking statement to see how much of a fool I was, thankfully I wasn’t much of one at all at 20 bucks. I took a look a the edge and the majority of it had a pretty good bevel to it and a reasonably sharp edge, however the last inch or so of the point was dull as pig iron. That was annoying yes but easily cared for with a bastard file and a 1000 grit stone and she was then incredibly sharp given her size. Fast forward a few months and I’m beating on the thing just to see if I could break it. Full force throws into trees, often dirt, and bounces off rocks on all parts of the knife and the only thing that gave was the brass pins in the handle. Which honestly was gonna happen sooner than later given they’re just under an 1/8 of an inch thick. I’ll be remedying that soon with 1/4 inch brass rods soon and possibly new handle material but for now it’s a pretty tough knife. Did I mention I tried to snap it and it didn’t even budge? Great buy for the price all the way around. Treat it like hell and it’ll just keep coming back for more.
D**N
Terrible Knife!
UPDATE: Thrown in the trash. After 1 month in my car it was totally rusted out. I had oiled the blade, ensured the sheath was dry and waxed. DEEP RUST that I couldn't get out with 00 steal wool and oil after a 15 min scrub. Honestly, I wouldn't even use this as a self-defense deterrent. Complete garbage even at $20 bucks when you can pick up a nice Chinese Marbles, Old Henry, or Schrade. In a world of Pakistani and Chinese pot steel knives with purchased USA brands, this simply doesn't even deserve a place at the bottom of a river. This is a truly terrible Bowie! The cut on the handle is way off. The wood was two different kinds on the handle, and had some wetness still in the wood. The grind is completely off. And it was as dull as a Joe Biden fundraiser. The pummel guard is scratched to pieces and has wear in spots. That being said, I sanded and re-stained the handle. Took about 20 min to sharpen the darn thing, and scrubbed it a bit to get the horrid car oil off the blade. Now, it's just a really bad bowie. But for 20 bucks and next day delivery, I have a nice self defense weapon for my car that I won't be upset about when someone in California inevitably breaks into my car and steals it. Another upside is that the sheath is not too bad! Gets five stars from me because it's exactly what I thought I was buying!
L**X
Amazing knife, but the sheath has problems.
I love this knife so far, the sheath is alright but not impressive, the latch that's on the back of the belt loop doesn't reach to the front of the sheath to secure the knife for some reason. One thing that is incorrect in the description above, is that it's carbon steel, now carbon steel is a very strong and dense metal, but there is low carbon and high carbon, if they are saying this is carbon then it's actually stainless steel because when I was trying to chop a 5cm branch with it, small parts of the edges would bend. Stainless steel has a tendency to do that, this knife is either stainless steel or it's low carbon, or maybe not even that because carbon is carbon.The knife came sharp and is definately a full tang blade. The choice of metal for the guard of the knife isn't very good, the brass guard bends after a few good hits which is not good for a guard, I plan on replacing it with steel or something stronger, so keep in mind that the brass guard is pretty weak. The knife doesn't rattle, it's entirely secured. The price for the quality is outstanding.
K**A
This bowie knife is a very good deal. Get one.
So, I got my Szco bowie knife today. Right away I found out that it was well constructed, well balanced, and made of superior steels that put my Timber Rattler Big Green bowie to shame. It came sharp, which my Timber Rattler didn't, and in fact the tip had been broken on the Timber Rattler, and it took a long time to put on a new tip on that one. This knife had a nice pointed tip for easy penetration, and the blade was sharp. It will even cut paper, so I don't know why some say it came dull. It does not. The blade guard on the Timber Rattler was loose and this one is very solid, as was the overall construction. Now, there was one defect, the metal on the handle did not totally meet, or was not properly ground down, but since I always wrap my knives in grip tape, this was not a deal breaker for me. The fact that this knife was made of 1095 carbon steel speaks for its quality and workmanship. Simple classic shape makes for a great bowie knife, and a god slasher and fighting knife. I'm very satisfied, and I am giving an informed opinion, not an emotional one. I recommend you buy one before they raise the price to over $20-$30, I got mine for $15.99, and consider that a damn good deal. It's worth twice as much! UPDATE: loving this knife more each day. Still sharp, with few touch-ups, strong and sturdy. Big, beefy, and made of very good materials.
M**R
Hey, It’s ok for price point. It’s a tool not a collectable!
For $27 bucks hey it’s fine for intended use. It’s a bit crude, blade has some wave/dimples to it, it lacks finesse, but it is sturdy, solid and not ugly. It is heavy with a chunky handle. It is intimidating to look at, certain meets Crocodile Dundee’s quote “ Now that’s a knife! “ ha. Came pretty sharp, cuts paper,. It’s no wall hanger or display case knife, it’s a woods carry animal protection, brush cutting, camp, shed, car, tool. You will need to keep a light coat of oil on blade at all times or she will rust. . I decided to keep it for what it is…a user…..If you want real quality, and a Big Bowie at a fair price, get a Condor undertaker bowie, at $100 bucks or a Bear and Sons Bowie for slightly more, of which I own both of them.
H**S
Großes Bowieklinge aus Carbonstahl. Für ~ 30€ gibt es meines Wissens nichts verlgleichbates auf dem Markt. Low Budget ist nicht gleich schlecht, hier passt Preis Leistung unter dem Gesichtspunkt als Basis für eine individuelle Umgestaltung und Bastelprojekt. Ein Stück Handarbeit mit qualitativen Abstrichen in der Verarbeitung nicht in der Funktion. Mitgelieferte Scheide aus echten Leder zu eng gearbeitet für die breite Klinge.
C**S
I was surprised with this knife . Seems solid and came sharp . The handle can be finished more and blade can polish up to a mirror or patina it for a classic look. It really is a western style Bowie very classic looking . Love it ! Decently thick blade and great big handle ! It is carbon steel not sure exactly what kind but seems well made . Sheath is ok too basically tossed in for free which is nice ! Can’t complain for the price !
M**S
Igual que tros cuchillos de pakistan los acabados son toscos y malos, no tienen buenos detalles y son muy muy artesanales pero no deja de ser un muy buen cuchillo a un muy buen precio
F**N
This overall is a great knife, my only issue is it has some wobble and it came with some black carbon spots but otherwise a great knife.
K**R
Auf den Bildern bereits überarbeitet! Zunächst was okay ist an diesem Bowie,es kommt gebrauchsscharf(nicht so schwer zu erreichen bei einem Carbonstahl..) Der Schliff ist also okay,3cm an der Spitze sind nicht scharf. Es wackelt nichts. Die Verarbeitung ist sehr rustikal,die Griffschalen sind nicht verklebt,leider an vielen Stellen Spalten. Das Parierelement,und das sieht man auf den Bildern nicht,ist auch ziemlich breit,und damit meine ich,wenn man das Messer in der Hand hält, seitlich nach links und rechts.3,1-3,2cm. Das Messer kommt sehr gut verpackt,allerdings in einer Tüte und ist komplett in einem Öl/Fett-gemisch getränkt.Die Menge an Öl finde ich übertrieben,hab ich so noch nie gesehen.Dadurch sind die Spalten zwischen,Parierelement und Stahl/oder Griffschalen und Stahl schön zugeschmodert und fallen erstmal nicht auf oder was.? Der primäre Anschliff ist am Ricasso total verutscht,ansonsten aber nicht schlecht.Es handelt sich um einen Holschliff. Die Scheide ärgert mich so richtig.Ich weiß nicht so richtig ob es sich um Leder handelt,wenn dann ist es extrem trocken,vorne mit einer dicken Schicht Farbe, und hinten,sowie die Gürtelschlaufe,mit Plastik bedeckt.Leider ist sie beschissen genäht und geht bereits auseinander.Die Sicherung mit Druckknöpfen ist auch nicht, wie auf den Bildern,an der Gürtelschlaufe, sondern an der Scheide. Sowas sollte garnicht produziert werden,dann lieber keine Scheide! Ich habe die Scheide nun mal auseinander genommen.Es ist Leder,allerdings zwei unterschiedliche.Das Rückenteil ist,gerade oben wo die Gürtelschlaufe sitzt,viel zu dünn. Ich würde das Messer so nicht wieder kaufen,als Bausatz ohne Scheide wäre es super. Ich zahlte 42,68€,und finde das alles in allem zu teuer.In den USA zahlt man wohl so 20-25$ Update, habe das Messer nun einmal ausgiebig benutzt. Allerdings hatte ich es da schon überarbeitet,der Anschliff war allerdings noch der "out of the Box",einmal gewetzt.(Siehe Foto...Griff geklebt u.geformt,lanyardhole/pin durch ein Röhrchen ersetzt,Klinge unten verschmählert und.brühniert,Parier verkleinert.) Somit sagt das jetzt nur etwas über die Klinge,aber es hat sich echt gut geschlagen.Ich habe mit den Messer Holz für ein kleines Lagerfeuer,klein heißt so ca.Grundfläche eines Tellers, ca 4-5std Brenndauer,gemacht .Also Äste und etwas Stamm, von 6-15cm geschlagen,zerkleinert, batoniert und Späne geschnitz.Das waren jetzt keine Unmengen an Holz,aber auch nicht sooo wenig, und es handelte sich überwiegend m Hartholz. Jedenfalls keine Ausbrüche,keine umgelegt Schneide und es war danach noch scharf!Im,beim Hacken, stark beanspruchten Teil der Schneide hat die Schärfe etwas abgenommen aber das ist normal. Fazit:Wer basteln kann, kann was daraus machen.Aber lieber nicht kaufen wenn: man Alternativen hat,und/oder Recoursen sparen mag.Übrigens dieses Messer ist nicht vom Cold Steel wild west abgekufert.Eher sind beide vom Western W49 indpiriert.Das CS wird von Windlass in Indien produziert,es gibt wohl eineige Schwierigkeiten konstant so hohe Qualität zu produzieren, das diese dann auch zum Preis passt.Das Wild West hat cutouts im Erl,was für mich nicht als fulltang zu bezeichnen ist.Das Szco wird in Pakistan gefertigt,es wird kein Holzhacken und danach rasieren aber es wird den Job erledigen.Wer das möchte und gut schleifen kann gibt der Klinge zwei verschiedene Schneiden.Vorne im Hackbereich einen konvexen in einem recht stumpfen Winkel, und hinten ei V grind in einem ziemlich spitzen Winkel.Dann nimmt man sich noch ein Leder mit um die Schneide falls nötig wieder auf Schärfe zu bringen.Und natürlich die restlichen Rasierutensilien,Schaum etc. Also gehen würde das, aber ich meine es nicht ernst 😉
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