If I had to guess, I'd say post-WWII Hawaii or similar western place. To me, the face looks like a sketch from someone who had some western art training. The club looks like it was made from a plank. I'd also say that the butt end is not well designed, in that it forces the user to hold the club near an anti-node. If the blade is hit, I would guess that the handle would vibrate quite a bit.
As for the wear marks, it could indeed have been used, but that use could equally have come from someone goofing around. I've got some things that now look like they went through a war. They didn't--I was just a dumb teenager seeing what I could cut and/or bash.
That's my opinion, I'm afraid. In this case, I'm hoping that the evidence says I'm wrong.
Best,
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