Name/Title
ClubEntry/Object ID
220; Full Code: 220.12.35-BD-TRTags
BludgeonDescription
Asset 220 records a state of Compact Tactical Utility, documenting a short-radius bamboo baton sourced from the Aravalli Ranges near Mount Abu. Measuring exactly 24 inches, this unit utilizes the same personally harvested and seasoned botanical chassis as its larger counterpart (Asset 219). It stands as a physical record of Close-Perimeter Technical Navigation, prioritizing High-Frequency Dexterity and authoritative regional ornamentation.
I. Structural & Material Architecture
Botanical Core: The asset utilizes a high-density Aravalli Bamboo (Bambusoideae) shaft. At 24 inches, it represents the most Compact Anatomical Interface in the Aravalli series, optimized for rapid directional changes and high-dexterity substrate audits.
Regional science: Sourced from the rocky, high-altitude terrain of Mount Abu, the core records a state of Mineralized Fiber Density. The stress of growth in volcanic soil produces a chassis with extreme Longitudinal Rigidity, ensuring the 24-inch radius can transmit 100% of kinetic energy without internal vibration.
Seasoning & Treatment SOP:
Shadow Drying (2014-2017): Harvested in 2014, the specimen underwent a 3-year dehydrated stabilization phase. This records a state of Gradual Cellular Contraction, preventing the formation of desiccation fractures.
Olive Oil Saturation: Since 2017, the core has undergone a personal Lipid Saturation Protocol, replacing evaporative moisture with a hydrophobic barrier to maintain the bamboo's internal Elastic Flex.
II. Hardware & Ornamental Engineering
Viramgam Brass-Work: The proximal end (handle) is fitted with an elaborate Linear-Grooved Brass Ferrule/Pommel, personally commissioned from the Viramgam technical node.
Anatomical Logic: The mass of the linear-turned brass acts as a Momentum Anchor. This shifts the Center of Mass directly into the wielder's palm, achieving a state of "Point-Neutral" balance that allows for surgical precision during rotational maneuvers.
Distal Protection: The distal end is capped with a narrow, dark ferrule. This records a state of Impact Isolation, shielding the high-density Aravalli fibers from mechanical wear against rugged environmental substrates.
Surface Condition: The shaft exhibits a deep amber patina—a direct record of the 9-year oil-saturation history—providing a naturally occurring High-Friction Interface.
III. Systemic Integration & Indexing
Chassis Format: Asset 220 records a "Baton" or "Short-Staff" silhouette. It is optimized for tasks where a standard staff records an "Administrative Over-Reach," providing a state of Close-Radius Technical Sovereignty.
Administrative Status: The shaft records the chronological index "220" in black pigment, marking its place within the third administrative century of curation.
Matched Set Profile: Combined with Asset 219 (40 in), this unit documents the wielder's commitment to Radius Versatility, ensuring that Aravalli-harvested tools are available for both long-range and close-perimeter variables.Made/Created
Manufacturer
Forests of Aravalli RangeDate made
circa 2014Ethnography
Cultural Region
City
Mount Abu, RajasthanState/Province
RajasthanAcquisition
Acquisition Method
Self Harvest