Original British Royal Navy Sail Maker's Knot Tying Wooden Fid - circa 1790 Price_$-00 - $30 and is a nice example

and is a nice example

the only weapon a Bobby carried was his truncheon

Over-sized stiff card covers (elephant folio in an oblong format) spiral bound

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The earpieces even have the original leather loops allowing a closing thong to secure the helmet under the Trooper's chin

Original British Royal Navy Sail Maker's Knot Tying Wooden Fid - circa 1790 Price_$-00 - $30 and is a nice exampleOriginal item: Only One Available. We have only had one of these previously, and when we first received that one, we did not know what it was. Based on the shape, we assumed it was some sort of "Club" to repel boarders. However it is actually an essential Naval Sail Maker's tool called a "FID" for sizing the eye letting of grommet holes and used in rope weaving joining. Usually they are smaller, but this one is quite substantial. Truly amazing! ( We