In the early 1800s, Jim Bowie engaged in a violent riverbed brawl. Unbeknownst to him, that fight would change the trajectory of knifemaking history forever. The knife he used, which bears his name to this day, is as iconic as fighting knives get.
Unfortunately, fixed-blade Bowie knives are not particularly everyday carry-friendly. But there are other options. For instance, CJRB combined that iconic fighting knife with one of its most popular offerings to create the magnificent, affordable, EDC-ready CJRB Bowie Pyrite.
Greater than the sum of its parts
Replicating a silhouette as iconic as the Bowie knife is risky, but CJRB has risen to the challenge. The Bowie Pyrite’s blade is unmistakable with its severe clip point and deep fuller (or blood groove). It also has a wide belly that is perfect for all cutting tasks.
Funny enough, the handle is much more modern, marked by an ergonomic curve and, most interestingly, a button lock. However, some versions of the knife still harken to its 1800s inspiration courtesy of their materials, like wood. Even the more modern versions, like the Micarta or all-metal options, still benefit from the severe shape of the knife’s blade.
The blade comes in three steel options. The three most affordable versions feature AR-RPM9, and the Micarta version boasts AR-SFII — both proprietary Artisan Cutlery blade steels (admittedly with mixed reviews). However, the two high-end options use S90V.
