Hook Weapon

A large hook, made of two lengths of cylindrical iron rod that are joined at base with a wooden handle. They have been twisted together, and form two separate hooked points at the end. Alldridge notes the hook was used for dragging cavalry from their horses - it may have been used against Guinean Samori's Cavalry in the late 19th century.

Further Information

• Type: Weapons, armour
• Object: Hook Weapon
• Materials: Metal, Wood
• Culture Group: Mende
• Dimensions: 502mm [L] x 42mm x 98mm
• Production Date: Pre 1891
• Associated Places: Unknown
• Associated People: Thomas Joshua Alldridge (Collector)
• Museum: Brighton Museum and Art Gallery
• Accession Number: BMAG:WA509585

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