Original 18th Century Indian Bhuj Fighting “Axe-Knife” with Wootz Steel Warhead & Hidden Pommel Spike Dagger - circa 1750 Gun Parts known as the Bureau of

known as the Bureau of Constabulary

It was then moved to the Woëvre front

This example is offered in “as found” condition

The scabbard of the SG42 Bayonet is made of bakelite and a steel belt clip

We were not able to see the other side of the liner band to look for markings

Original 18th Century Indian Bhuj Fighting “Axe-Knife” with Wootz Steel Warhead & Hidden Pommel Spike Dagger - circa 1750 Gun Parts known as the Bureau ofOriginal Item: One of a Kind. This is a most unusual weapon, seldom encountered on the collectors market. This is known as a "BHUJ" and originated with the Gujarat and Sindh speaking regions in Western India. They were used by armored soldiers on horseback, and are quite formidable. Our example measures 37 1 2" in overall length, and has a heavy iron shaft, which gives it quite a bit of weight. This is topped with an extraordinary BOWIE bladed warhead