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product_id: 9112293
title: "1917 Frontier Bowie Fixed Blade Knife 12.25\" 1085 Carbon Steel Blade, Rosewood Handle w/Leather Sheath – 88CSAB"
brand: "cold steel"
price: "€ 220.96"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Cold Steel"
url: https://www.desertcart.it/products/9112293-1917-frontier-bowie-fixed-blade-knife-12-25-1085-carbon
store_origin: IT
region: Italy
---

# 5.375" ergonomic hardwood handle 1055 carbon steel, heat-treated toughness 12.25" razor-sharp blade 1917 Frontier Bowie Fixed Blade Knife 12.25" 1085 Carbon Steel Blade, Rosewood Handle w/Leather Sheath – 88CSAB

**Brand:** cold steel
**Price:** € 220.96
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🗡️ Own the frontier edge — where heritage meets unstoppable power.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 1917 Frontier Bowie Fixed Blade Knife 12.25" 1085 Carbon Steel Blade, Rosewood Handle w/Leather Sheath – 88CSAB by cold steel
- **How much does it cost?** € 220.96 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.it](https://www.desertcart.it/products/9112293-1917-frontier-bowie-fixed-blade-knife-12-25-1085-carbon)

## Best For

- cold steel enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted cold steel brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Ready for Action:** Comes with a premium leather sheath featuring blued steel fittings for rugged style and quick draw.
- • **Ergonomic Command:** Slim, flat hardwood handle with a modified pistol grip ensures secure control under pressure.
- • **Sword-Like Precision:** Experience a blade that cuts and thrusts with unmatched agility and power.
- • **Iconic Frontier Design:** Massive 'S' shaped guard protects your hand while maintaining sleek edge alignment.
- • **Battle-Ready Durability:** Crafted from heat-treated 1055 carbon steel for spring-tempered resilience.

## Overview

The 88CSAB 1917 Frontier Bowie is a formidable 12.25-inch drop point knife forged from heat-treated 1055 carbon steel, delivering exceptional cutting and thrusting performance. Its 5.375-inch hardwood handle with a modified pistol grip and 'S' shaped guard offers superior hand protection and control. Weighing 2.7 pounds and paired with a premium leather sheath, this Bowie blends historic design with modern tactical readiness, making it a must-have for collectors and outdoor professionals alike.

## Description

The Frontier Bowie’s big “S” shaped guard offers excellent hand protection while the slim, flat profile of the modified pistol grip handle resists twisting in your hand, and keeps your edge alignment true. Each Frontier Bowie comes complete with a high quality leather sheath with a blued steel throat and chapel.

## Features

- The Frontier Bowie’s big “S” shaped guard offers excellent hand protection while the slim, flat profile of the modified pistol grip handle resists twisting in your hand, and keeps your edge alignment true.
- 1085 High Carbon
- Leather Sheath with Blued Steel Fittings

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00HZIDP1G |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #80,685 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #108 in Tactical Knives |
| Blade Edge | Compound Bevel |
| Blade Length | 12.25 Inches |
| Blade Material | 1085 High Carbon |
| Blade Shape | Drop Point |
| Blade Type | Single-edged |
| Brand | Cold Steel |
| Brand Name | Cold Steel |
| Color | Steel |
| Customer Package Type | Frustration-Free Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 416 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00705442011606 |
| Handle Material | Wood |
| Included Components | Leather Sheath with Blued Steel Fittings |
| Is Product Cordless | Yes |
| Item Length | 17.62 Inches |
| Item Shape | Rectangular |
| Item Type Name | Cold Steel 1917 Frontier Bowie - 88CSAB |
| Item Weight | 2.65 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | GSM LLC |
| Model Name | 1917 Frontier Bowie |
| Model Number | 88CSAB |
| Part Number | 88CSAB |
| Power Source | Manual |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Combat |
| Special Feature | Slim |
| Special Features | Slim |
| Style | Classic |
| Theme | Frontier |
| UPC | 705442011606 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | Knives & Blades: We stand behind our products 100%. We subject them to the highest standards in the industry and strive to make each as perfect as possible. We warrant that this product is free of defects in workmanship and materials. This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, resharpening, damage caused by misuse, lack of normal maintenance, or disassembly. Remember, anything can break or… |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Blade Material:** 1085 High Carbon
- **Brand:** Cold Steel
- **Color:** Steel
- **Handle Material:** Wood
- **Included Components:** Knife, Sheath
- **Model Name:** 88CSAB
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Combat
- **Special Feature:** Slim
- **Style:** Classic

## Images

![1917 Frontier Bowie Fixed Blade Knife 12.25" 1085 Carbon Steel Blade, Rosewood Handle w/Leather Sheath – 88CSAB - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61eKQgXv68L.jpg)
![1917 Frontier Bowie Fixed Blade Knife 12.25" 1085 Carbon Steel Blade, Rosewood Handle w/Leather Sheath – 88CSAB - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61hHGZa1r0L.jpg)
![1917 Frontier Bowie Fixed Blade Knife 12.25" 1085 Carbon Steel Blade, Rosewood Handle w/Leather Sheath – 88CSAB - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71E-qTw5T-L.jpg)
![1917 Frontier Bowie Fixed Blade Knife 12.25" 1085 Carbon Steel Blade, Rosewood Handle w/Leather Sheath – 88CSAB - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51eYybBJOpL.jpg)
![1917 Frontier Bowie Fixed Blade Knife 12.25" 1085 Carbon Steel Blade, Rosewood Handle w/Leather Sheath – 88CSAB - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71ZqjhvS5uL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does this come with a sheath? It is not listed anywhere in the description.**
A: It should come with a leather and wood sheath that has a Sam Brown stud on the removable frog. It's basically an old-school, retro-style sheath.

**Q: Why do I see this listed some places as "1055" and others "1085"?**
A: It is 1085 now per Cold Steel. Earlier version was apparently 1055.

**Q: How do you remove the blueing?**
A: I personally like the blueing to protect the steel, but if you are set on removing it, naval jelly or vinegar may do what you want. 
https://m1-garand-rifle.com/debluing/

**Q: So does it come sharp, or not really? From reading it seems to be a crap shoot, but looking for a good bowie**
A: It came with a serviceable secondary bevel, meaning... not really sharp, but with some minor sharpening skills you can touch up the edge and get it really sharp.  I would not say that it comes "sharp" to my standards.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by J***X on June 15, 2023*



### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by T***D on November 22, 2025*



### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by K***A on September 15, 2024*



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*Last updated: 2026-05-09*