The **Bark River 1909 Michigan Bowie A2 Black Canvas Micarta** is a large bowie knife. Originally Bowie knives were used for hunting purposes and many different outdoor tasks. The pointed tip of the clippoint blade is great when skinning, gutting and processing game. But it can also easily be used as an all-round knife in the countryside. These knives were, and still are, so popular because they are versatile and strong.
The Michigan Bowie was designed in 1970 by Webster Marble. The knife was inspired by the traditional Bowie designed by James Bowie. The 1909 Michigan Bowie was produced in: you guessed it, Michigan in 1909.
## Bark River 1909 Michigan Bowie blade made from A2 steel
The blade is made from A2 tool steel. A strong type of steel that would rather bend than break. You do, however, need to be careful with moisture and acids: A2 is not completely stainless. So clean it after use and occasionally add a drop of oil to keep this knife in great shape. The edge has a convex grind. Read more about [sharpening and maintaining a convex edge here](/en/ct/how-to-convex-sharpening.htm).
## Bark River 1909 Michigan Bowie handle
The handle of this Bark River 1909 Michigan Bowie is made from black canvas micarta. A strong and light-weight material, made from linen and synthetic resin. Feels comfortable in hand, even in wet or cold circumstances. The knife stays in place thanks to the graceful, one-sided brass knife guard and the solid aluminium pommel. The amount of manual labour involved is unimaginable for a (semi-)production knife such as this.
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