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National Fire Service Axe
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National Fire Service Axe

Date1941-1948
Object NameAxe
MediumRubber and metal
ClassificationsWartime
Dimensions38.5cm long by 20cm widest.
AcquisitionPresented in 2015.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS094878
About MeNational Fire Service axe.

Black rubber handle with cross hatch grip panel either side. These panels are embossed with "No 125" and "TESTED 20,000 VOLTS" respectively.

The axe head comes to a point at the back end and a curved edge to the front.
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1970-1980
Newspaper Clipping
Aberdeen Maternity Hospital
1937