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NICE 18TH CENTURY MIDSHIPMAN'S PRESSGANG TOOL WITH A LEATHER SURFACE

$ 1.71

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Time Period Manufactured: 1784-1860
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
  • Modified Item: No
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days
  • Condition: Used
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Restocking Fee: No

    Description

    Description
    Here is a nice 18th century midshipman's pressgang tool in good original condition. The stitched leather surface has a nice overall patina and some wear from age. Naval pressgang tools were used for boarding attacks, keeping sailors in line and for self defence on pay day etc. Originally from Leith docks, Edinburgh Scotland from a maritime naval collection. In total measuring 17.4 inches long and the weighted head measures 2 inches wide.
    Please care to look at my other items currently on Ebay. I do combine items for shipping. This item will be shipped from Scotland.