^Lot 878 US Hospital Corps Bolo

Original era manufacture. A sound example with a bright blade dated 1908 and US & SA proofed. The blade is clean, needs a light bath but no pitting or corrosion. Brass S guard with a nice patina, sound dark walnut grips with no cracks or chips. The leather scabbard has no issues, just scuffing and dryness to the leather surface. Mix of blue finish and light surface corrosion on the steel hanger. The leather scabbard is tamped Rock Island Arsenal 1910 H.E.K.