Colin: We are trying to get some better pictures sorted out today including full length shots and close ups of the barbs.
Fearn: At first glance we too thought it could be a tourist item but once in the hand and given a better look see, our opinion changed. It feels right, but like you point out its purpose is rather obscure-perhaps a dance spear, could be funky in the right disco light!
Vandoo: Thanks for the pics, very nice and interesting grouping and some are indeed similar in design.
Does anybody recognise the wood used? The dark pattern in the grain is rather attractive and the wood is pretty strong, capable of use. The search continues.......
A&K