This hunting boomerang, or throwstick was made out of Mulga, a dense desert hardwood. I acquired it from Rob Croll, a well known collector from Melbourne in 1998. This hunting boomerang was made in the late 19^th century or early 20^th century. The entire upper surface has deeply incised fluting running the entire length. The lower surface has shallow adze mark texturing. The surfaces are smoothed from use and there is a shine from kangaroo fat rubbed into the surface and used to form a fine patina. There is one shallow chip on the underside of the wide end and many natural wood imperfections that increase the attractiveness of this piece. A fine example of honest Aboriginal technology in very nice condition.