Bidspirit auction | An 18th C. English or

An 18th C. English or French Naval Officer's - With a heavy solid brass ball for hitting hard if needed and a triangular stiletto style blade hidden inside bamboo shaft. Such clubs were usually used by Midshipman officer's to enforce discipline on sailors and to be used as a weapon in the times of combat. Total Length (inside scabbard if present) : 17 1/4”. Blade Length : 13”