The Western Knife Company was an American manufacturer of hunting knives which began operations in Boulder, Colorado in 1911. The company is probably best known for its "Bowie" style hunting knives.

Western Knives represents a rich legacy of craftsmanship, innovation, and dedication to quality. From their Bowie knives to their contemporary fixed and folding blades, the brand has consistently …

Western manufactured knives for other companies as well, such as Sears (Craftsman and JC Higgins brands), Montgomery Wards (Western Field brand), Coast Cutlery, Western Auto, and others.

In that year, the company was sold to Coleman, becoming Coleman-Western. Eventually purchased by Camillus in 1991, Western continued until Camillus expired in 2007.

Popular models include Western States clasp knives, the 932 model with folding saw, W46-8 Fighting knife and V44 Bowie knife. Check out Ulster Knife Co and Cattaraugus Cut Co knives as well.

Western Knives is an old American brand. It has gone through many permutations through the years and was recently bought by the Acme-United group which also produces Camillus Knives.

We have a small rotation selection of Vintage Western knives from all over its manufacturing history. Check back often as we always get more in. Some history and model identification from the great …