A racket-shaped piece of maple with two holes bored through the handle. The head holds about 42 square tapered metal spikes 6" long. A pine box 6 3/4" on each side (outside measure) fits over the spikes and is tied to the head by two stout cords. Box…
Straight. Double-edged blade with very slight sideways bend. Roughly shaped. Modern screw-eye in end of handle. "55.49" on small piece of adhesive plaster.