Name/Title
Bulbous Club_1Entry/Object ID
329; Full Code: 329.23.69-BD-NBTags
BludgeonDescription
This artifact is the first of a specialized set of three Custom Reinforced Bamboo Batons. It represents a sophisticated "Process of Hybridization," where high-tensile organic material is combined with precision-machined steel to create a defensive tool focused on impact resilience and ergonomic balance. This specimen documents a commitment to standardized structural "Certainty" across the set.
Core Components & Engineering
The Shaft (Seasoned Solid-Core Bamboo): Crafted from a high-density bamboo species, likely shade-dried and oil-treated to maximize durability.
Architecture: The shaft features rhythmic horizontal grooves or bindings at the nodes. This provides a mechanical indexing system for the hand, ensuring a consistent grip regardless of where the baton is held.
Surface Treatment: The bamboo exhibits a deep, polished patina, indicating a lipid-based treatment (such as Olive oil) to prevent the vascular bundles from becoming brittle over time.
Terminal Architecture (Dual Steel Ferrules): Both ends of the shaft are encased in long, polished steel ferrules.
Striking Tips: Each ferrule terminates in a rounded, globular steel pommel. This converts the baton into a double-ended striking tool, allowing for rapid-response maneuvers in close-quarters engagements.
Structural Integration: The ferrules act as high-tensile sleeves that protect the end-grain of the bamboo from splitting under the torque of high-impact "inputs."Made/Created
Manufacturer
Sahib SinghDate made
circa 2021Acquisition
Acquisition Method
PurchasePlace
City
Amritsar, PunjabState/Province
Punjab