Original British Victorian Constabulary Cutlass with Scabbard marked CHATHAM PRISON - c.1890 Martini-Henry Parts which have the long flutes

which have the long flutes

More information available in "The Grand Old Lady of No Man's Land" by Dolf Goldsmith

the flintlock pistol intended to dispatch wounded game or for self-defense

but it is mostly illegible due to wear and cleaning

Original British Victorian Constabulary Cutlass with Scabbard marked CHATHAM PRISON - c.1890 Martini-Henry Parts which have the long flutesOriginal item. Only One Available. The English Bobby was always famed for never carrying a firearm, only a wooden truncheon, however in Victorian England Bobbies actually carried short short bladed, Naval type Cutlasses. This example comes with its original ray skin wire bound wrapped grip and brass D guard and mounts. The blade is 21 1 2" long and has not been shortened. The blade once held a locking catch to prevent accidental withdrawal from the