France, Reign of Louis Philippe (1830–1848) – Second Empire - Lot 220

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France, Reign of Louis Philippe (1830–1848) – Second Empire - Lot 220
France, Reign of Louis Philippe (1830–1848) – Second Empire (1852–1870). Rare Model 1833 naval boarding axe in its original finish. Steel blade with a crescent-shaped cutting edge and a curved quadrangular point. Handle made of blackened ash wood, complete with its splints and belt hook. All metal parts retain 80% of their original pitch-black finish, which protected the metal from corrosion and sea salt. No visible markings or hallmarks; it is possible that the navy’s anchor acceptance hallmark is present beneath the remnants of the pitch-black finish. Iron: Width 11.5 cm x Length 20.5 cm (Conforms to Aries 22 dimensions—G.U. 109—G.A. 104, pp. 300–225). Shank length: 54 cm. Bracket length: 16.5 cm. Hook length: 14.5 cm. (Signs of wear and age, in good condition).
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