WW2 Canadian Army Brass Button Stick C Broad Arrowed

The WW2 Canadian Army Brass Button Stick is a period cleaning tool designed for maintaining the appearance of uniform buttons. Constructed from brass, this stick features a slotted end, allowing soldiers to protect surrounding fabric while polishing uniform buttons. This particular example bears the “C Broad Arrow” mark, indicating official Canadian military issue during the Second World War. Button sticks were standard issue among Commonwealth forces and proved essential for regular dress inspections, ensuring brass buttons remained unmarked by polish or abrasion to the garment. The compact and durable design made it a practical addition to kit supplies. The presence of the broad arrow stamp also assists in verifying its authenticity and period use. Such items illustrate the daily routines and discipline maintained within military units and offer insight into personal equipment standards observed by Canadian forces between 1939 and 1945. This artifact represents a common but vital aspect of military dress and maintenance during the era.