Coins & Banknotes Auction 355

Machete: Legitimus Collins & Co No 1250 Bolo Machete is clearly marked on one ricasso with the manufacturer's trademark (crowned arms gripping hammer), name, type mark & date of production. Legitimus Collins & Co Made in USA No 1250. This stamp indicates that it was manufactured in the USA in 1940 to a Canadian Pattern. This example is fitted with twin Bakelite grips which are in GC. The steel blade is in good original condition with a patina consistent with age & use (grease on blade). This machete is correctly equipped with its original Canadian manufactured leather sheath in very good original condition. The sheath does display evidence of use & is stamped on the rear face of the belt use with the manufacturer's name & date of manufacture, H&C Co Ltd 1941.