This walking stick drill cane features a repousse silver top, hallmarked for:
London 1914 
Along with a makers mark:
H.J 
For the London-based umbrella and walking stick makers: 
Henry Johnston 

The top also features a presentation reading: 
Sergt F.Hydes
No 11877
Lincolnshire Regt 
Service number 11877 was issued to Fred Hydes, who served as a Sergeant (Sergt) in the Lincolnshire Regiment. Service records indicate he also saw attachment to the Royal Field Artillery during his military tenure.​ 

Malacca shaft with an original bovine horn ferrule.

An attractive item, great to be used or for a collector. 
 
Measurements: 
Length - 88.5cm 
Diameter of the top - 4cm 
Diameter of the shaft under the top - 2.6cm 
Weight - 229g  
 
Good condition - ding & hairline split to the top. Surface loss to the bottom of the shaft.