Lot 8: Whimsical Neck Knife by: Henry Bowman and Jonah Cain

Jonah Cain and Henry Bowman created this whimsical neck knife set for the 2025 Contemporary Longrifle Association annual auction. The double-edged dagger with mastodon tusk man-in-the-moon finial fits snugly inside what appears to be half a John Tansel engraved powder horn smashed to become a knife sheath.

The power of good mentors is evidenced in this joint effort. Jonah was the last apprentice to study under Hershel House. Henry studied under Roland Cadle. Both artists attribute their success to these legendary mentors.