Original Mid 20th Century Reed Police Baton “Billy Club” - 27 1/2" Multi Nation Flags indicating the rank of Major

indicating the rank of Major of the 2nd Sapper Regiment

A truly very fine example of this scarce Argentine Contract Mauser M-1891 Bayonet constructed with Aluminum grip panels

There is a bit of light pitting and wear near the muzzle of the barrel

The leather shaft has inked inscriptions

some of these trial samples were used in combat by airborne troops during the battle of Arnhem and by special forces at other locations in Northern Europe where it was officially known as the Patchett Machine Carbine Mk 1

Original Mid 20th Century Reed Police Baton “Billy Club” - 27 1/2" Multi Nation Flags indicating the rank of MajorOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an excellent example of a lightly used law enforcement baton constructed from hardened reed. It measures approximately 27 inches in total length and is presented without any extensive damage. A baton (also truncheon, nightstick, billy club, billystick, cosh, lathi, or simply stick) is a roughly cylindrical club made of wood, rubber, plastic, or metal. It is carried as a compliance tool and defensive weapon by