- 2 Frassetto Way - Lincoln Park, NJ 07035
The Peter Benchley Collection: Jaws, A Life of Writing, A Legacy of Stories
Lot 45:
Description
Handmade fixed blade knife featuring a spear-point steel blade. The blade displays visible surface grinding and sharpening marks across both faces. The handle is constructed with a light-colored rawhide or animal skin wrap, secured by a hand-stitched seam running the length of one side. Accompanied by a custom-fit sheath made of deep red dyed leather. The sheath is hand-assembled with a coarse, light-colored thread using an uneven cross-stitch pattern, terminating in a tapered point. 12" L x 2" W x 1/4" D.
From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940–2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation.
Condition report:
The blade exhibits significant surface wear, including heavy grinding marks, scattered pitting, and scratches on both sides. A distinct V-shaped scratch is present near the tip on one side. The edge is unevenly sharpened. The rawhide handle wrap shows overall discoloration and darkening from handling, particularly near the bolster area. The red leather sheath shows surface abrasions, fading of the dye, and dark spotting throughout. Stitching on both the handle and sheath remains intact despite visible aging.
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