Based on the images provided, you have a 1917 British Military Machete with its original leather scabbard. These were widely issued to British and Commonwealth forces, including South African troops, during World War I and into World War II for clearing bush, engineering, and trench work.

Identification Features

• Blade Stamp: You will likely see a maker's mark (common manufacturers include Samuel Kitchin, ) and the date 1917 stamped near the handle.

• Design: It features a single-edged, broad-tipped blade (often called a "bolo" style) with a full tang and two-piece wooden grips secured by large rivets.

• The Scabbard: The heavy brown leather scabbard is characteristic of the WWI era, often featuring brass rivets and a belt loop. It should also have a date stamp (e.g., 1917 ) on the reverse.

Estimated Value: R2,000 - R2,500

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Auctioneer: Dirsan

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