United Kingdom. An English 1751 Pattern Infantry Hanger, Surrey Militia Auction original signature of Oberst

original signature of Oberst

05 mm (w) x 523

Commander I Class

all above alternating red and blue stripes

United Kingdom. An English 1751 Pattern Infantry Hanger, Surrey Militia Auction original signature of OberstSlightly curved hanger blade with hatchet point, single narrow fuller close to the spine. A cast brass heart shaped hilt with two side bars, spiral grip and round pommel. Blade measures 62. 5cm in length and exhibits surface oxidization and edge nicks. The outside of the hilt is engraved with 'SURREY M' and B 60, most likely a rack number. The blade is stamped on both sides with a running fox within which are the initial H, likely indicating the maker