Original Mid 20th Century Reed Police Baton “Billy Club” - 27 1/2" Japanese Helmets The author used this knife

The author used this knife and a specimen for his wonderful book and even signed page 200 where this knife is featured

above a "faux" steel ramrod

the same type of knife

It comes with a cradle

however the brown anodized finish is definitely still visible in places

Original Mid 20th Century Reed Police Baton “Billy Club” - 27 1/2" Japanese Helmets The author used this knifeOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an excellent example of a lightly used law enforcement baton constructed from hardened reed. It measures approximately 27 inches in total length and is presented without any extensive damage. A baton (also truncheon, nightstick, billy club, billystick, cosh, lathi, or simply stick) is a roughly cylindrical club made of wood, rubber, plastic, or metal. It is carried as a compliance tool and defensive weapon by