1888 Boarding Pike?

[bananamafia]

Hi guys, recent pick up that is way out of my comfort zone.
Am i right in thinking its an 1888 pattern boarding pike?
any information or pointers greatly appreciated!!

its 213cm (7ft) long and 34mm thick.

[Watchdog]

Nice looking piece for sure. I must admit it's a bit out of my "area" too but it certainly does appear to be a British Royal Navy 1988 Boarding Pike though one has to be so careful with this area of antique weaponry as fakes of excellent quality really do abound.
That said, this one does look the part for sure and the wood seems right too (Ash?).

Such a thing seems odd until you realise that it is not an offensive weapon for use during the boarding of an enemy vessel as many tend to assume. Rather it is a defensive weapon used to repel boarders. They were used by the same sailors who also carried the boarding axe which wasn't primarily a weapon at all (though it made a good one) but was for "digging out" hot shot from planking etc and the removal of the tangled and damaged rigging cut by enemy fire.
And we think battle with modern firearms is scary

Let us know when you have a definitive answer.

Regards

Mark

[Richie B]

I think you are correct

Antique British Royal Navy Boarding Pikes or Naval Boarding Pike History, Identification, Technical Information

[bananamafia]

Thanks Guys!!

[stuka f]

Thanks for sharing!
First one I see.
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[CBH]

Interesting thread, I've never seen one of these before.

[AZPhil]

That is very interesting. A first for myself also.

And Richie B. That is a fantastic site for ID'ing this pike

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Semper Fi
Phil

[Chopperman]

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Good thread, I learned something new today.