WWI 1917 Silver-Topped Swagger Stick – Howell Family Maker – Faux Bamboo
- A high-quality Great War era military swagger stick. The solid hardwood shaft features the signature "faux bamboo" turning, meticulously crafted to mimic natural nodes at two-inch intervals. This specialized technique was a hallmark of the premier London stick-making firms of the period.
The sterling silver collar bears the Birmingham anchor and the 1917 "S" date letter. To the left of the original mounting pin aperture, the maker's mark is partially visible, appearing to include the letter "L", characteristic of the Howell family of makers who dominated the London trade.
Condition: The silver collar is firmly in place despite a missing mounting pin. The metalwork shows genuine service wear with a lovely aged patina. The
- £60.00
