Original Zulu Wars Victorian Era Selepe Battle Axe French Flags The barrels bear British Proof

The barrels bear British Proof Marks indicating English manufacture

58 caliber round was also considered underpowered

M1924 First Aid pouch nicely marked L

The bronze sleeve is very well marked with a large crown over V

Original Zulu Wars Victorian Era Selepe Battle Axe French Flags The barrels bear British ProofOriginal Item: Only One Available. Almost certainly a British soldier's "bring back" this is a totally original to the period ZULU war axe traditionally referred to as a "selepe" carried in the left hand behind the cowhide shield, the short stabbing iklwa spear was carried in the right hand. The iron blade measures just over 9" the blade stem being decorated with cross hatching in the steel, mounted on a wood shaft of just over 25" in overall length