What is the difference between a Bowie blade and a clip point?
The words “Bowie” and “clip point” often seem to be used interchangeably. Has this confused any of you? Have you wondered if they actually mean the same thing? I felt like I understood these words for the most part, but I couldn’t really articulate the difference between them. So, I did some digging, and here’s what I found out from my research: When used correctly, “clip point” refers only to blade shape. A clip point can be found on different types of knives, fixed and folding alike. “Bowie,” however, does not refer solely to the blade shape—although most Bowies have a clip point—but to a specific overall knife style. Also, Bowies are typically fixed. Does that make sense? So, a Bowie blade usually has a clip point, but not all clip points are Bowies. Here are some pictures to help you out. Buck 110 (Clip point) This knife has a clip point blade, but you can tell by looking at it that it does not have the traditional Bowie style to it, nor is it a fixed b...