James Black (blacksmith)

James Black
BornMay 1, 1800
DiedJune 22, 1872 (aged 72)
Occupation(s)Knifemaker, bladesmith
SpouseAnne Shaw
AwardsBlade Cutlery Hall of Fame

James Black (May 1, 1800 – June 22, 1872) was an American knifemaker best known for his improvements to the Bowie knife designed by Jim Bowie.[1]

  1. ^ Pacella, Gerard (2002). 100 Legendary Knives. Krause Publications. p. 18. ISBN 978-0873494175.

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