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French Navy Boarding Axe M. 1833

Currency:USD Category:Western Americana Start Price:300.00 USD Estimated At:750.00 - 1,250.00 USD
French Navy Boarding Axe M. 1833
Property being sold is not new! Dents, dings, scratches and other damage may be present—and is common—on used and vintage items. Items are available for preview well in advance of the auction and we take several pictures as well. Please inspect thoroughly PRIOR to bidding. Once auctioneer says “SOLD” Buyer assumes all responsibility for items.
For your collection we offer a French Naval Boarding Axe, Model 1833. These were an indispensable and versatile weapon used aboard a naval vessel prior to the advent of propeller-driven steel-hulled ships of the late 19th century. This is from an old, generational (originally New York) collection that had a lot of Fur Trade, Revolutionary War and Civil War era items. Maker: Unmarked. Approx. 19th Century. Size: 9 inches wide X 22 inches long. Condition: Pretty good for its age, normal wear expected. Please look closely at the pictures - they are an important part of our description. Shipping: There will be a $10 handling / packaging fee for shipping this lot. The actual cost of postage will be added on top of that. BUY IT NOW: If you would like to buy this item now without waiting for the auction to end (this option is only available up to 48 hours before the auction starts to close), the “Buy it Now” price is the high estimate of this lot. If you would like to end the auction early and pay the high estimate (plus applicable fees), please contact us by phone or email and reference this lot number.