British ribbed iron grip brass sword anomaly

Radboud · 17th December 2022, 11:29 AM

I agree with M Eley, these are likely a non-military type (as in not an Army / Navy pattern) that were used by a multitude of para-military organisations.

The Royal Armouries have in their collection a case of weapons that features muskets with bayonets, pistols and sabres that are a close resemblance to this type, made by Woolley & Sargent and Co.

https://collections.royalarmouries.o...ect-47163.html

I have read previously that these were also sold to property owners to equip their security with, alas I can’t find the source.

17th December 2022, 11:29 AM	#4
Radboud Member Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: New Zealand Posts: 276	I agree with M Eley, these are likely a non-military type (as in not an Army / Navy pattern) that were used by a multitude of para-military organisations. The Royal Armouries have in their collection a case of weapons that features muskets with bayonets, pistols and sabres that are a close resemblance to this type, made by Woolley & Sargent and Co. https://collections.royalarmouries.o...ect-47163.html I have read previously that these were also sold to property owners to equip their security with, alas I can’t find the source. Attached Images