It is narrated from Hazrat Anas (may Allah be pleased with him) that Hazrat Abu Talha (may Allah be pleased with him) branded me in the presence of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him), but the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) did not forbid me from it.
Hadith Referenceمسند احمد / مسند المكثرين من الصحابة / 12416
Hadith Gradingحکم دارالسلام:إسناده حسن، خ: 5721 معلقا و 5719 موصولا