Ww2 - English Paratrooper's Ax - Landing Of June 6, 1944 In Normandy

Parachutist's ax on board "HORSA" gliders, for the landing of June 6, 1944 in Normandy, XX°. Regulatory equipment for parachute troops in HORSA gliders in 1944 for the landing. This ax was intended to break the walls of gliders in the event of blocking of exits on landing, it could also prove to be a formidable weapon in close combat. (torawak office) All steel, with a handle covered with non-slip rubber. Manufacturer's marking on the side of the face of the ax head, see photos. Ax reassigned to a local fire brigade. Write in white marker the material reference of the fire brigade unit: WQ 1770. Total length: 40 cm Height of the metal ax part: 23 cm Width of the ax part: 20 cm Weight: 1070 g Good state of conservation and use, in its juice, see the details on the photos. Free shipping for France. Visit my other objects by consulting my gallery and our site.