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Sep 30, 2009

(6) Cleveland 4 Way PadLocks - 5 different models

This was a collection too good to pass up given the number of other 4-Way padlocks that have come up for sale on eBay:








Greetings from West Texas....I been accumilating Cleveland locks over the past 10 years or so with the intention of using them on various buildings, gates and such but found out early that they do not like the dust, wind, ice, heat associated with my part of the country, so I started collecting different models just because I think there really cool! About a year ago I was going through some things and found them. It happens I had a drill with a wire brush attachment nearby and went to town! Five of them sure did turn out purdy! (Found the 6th one later). Offered today are 6 Cleveland locks, 5 being different in one way or the other from the next! SIX locks, 5 Different...one price!

Save some time hunting them down over the next 10 years. They do not come up often, especially with keys! Average Ebay price for a Cleveland w/key is $30-40 dollars BEFORE shipping!. I've saved this search for many years!

Here's the lowdown!

PIC 2&3...key code LBM, lock code FFTOY, 2 locks, 1 key keyed alike. I don't know if it is an original key as with most of the Clevelands I ran across, the key and lock are NOT coded the same. Large head key opens BOTH locks. Key CANNOT be removed out of lock when open. When the shaft is forced down to the close position, the key will manually turn the key to the lock position. Key is stubborn in one lock. This same lock has a weak spring that feels like gunk is just holding the shaft down. These 2 locks have an oil port on the bottom. Only the key code is stamped on the bottom. Face has traditional "CLEVELAND 4-WAY LOCK"

PIC 4&5 key code OOUTF, lock code OOUTF, 1 lock, wider, heavier an a tad bit shorter than LBM lock with a much thicker shaft. Spring does NOT pop when opening, needs assistance. Key CAN be removed in open position. Key code and "pat pending" stamped on bottom. No oil port. Looks as a previous owner grinded 2 grooves in key and lock for quick ID. Face has traditional "CLEVELAND 4-WAY LOCK"

Pic 6&7 key code EERUH, lock code EERUH, 1 lock, considerably smaller than LBM lock with a tad bit smaller shaft. "UP" is stamped on the key and the lock below the traditional "CLEVELAND 4-WAY LOCK" face to idiotproof the user not to insert the key in the wrong way. Key code and "pat pending" stamped on the bottom. Spring is strong. Key CAN be removed in open position. No oil port.

Pic 8&9 key code TWUT, lock code TWUT, 1 lock with a offset keyhead stamped on one side TWUT and the other (yes, "4" is spelled out) THE FOUR WAY LOCK CO. CLEVELAND OHIO. I believe this is one of there earliest models. Instead of the traditional "CLEVELAND 4-WAY LOCK" on the face, it reads "CLEVELAND 4-WAY OHIO". It has the idiotproof "UP" stamped below "OHIO" and on the shaft of the key. It has no oil ports. Key CAN be removed opened. Spring a VERY strong. On the bottom "pat pending" is on the same side as the key code. Looks to be the same size as Pic 6&7 EERUH but with a much thicker shaft.

Pic 10&11 key code OOOEU, lock code OOOEU with a large thick shaft, the only lock that wasn't wirebrushed. A groove was grinded in the shaft for quick ID I presume. It is about the same size as Pic 8&9 TWUT but with a larger, thicker shaft. Pat pending and key code stamped on opposite sides of bottom Traditional CLEVELAND 4-WAY LOCK on face with idiotproof "UP" stamped below and key shaft.

WHEW! There you have it folks.....a lot of time studying and pecking at this computer. Took 2 pics of each lock and can honestly tell you they are all different, except the 2 keyed alike. - eBay (23 August 2009)

This set of padlocks sold for $160 (Plus Free Shipping).
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Sep 29, 2009

Berliner Handcuffs

Here is a real neat set of Berliner handcuffs:






Ihr bietet hier auf historische Handschellen aus einer Strafanstalt in Deutschland. Die Handschellen wurden zwischen 1700 -1900 Jahrhundert dokumentiert und sind in einem sehr guten Zustand. Sie sind voll funktionsfähig und werden mit dem Orginalschlüssel geliefert.Das ist ein Privatverkauf, daher keine Rücknahme.

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Am 08.08.09 hat der Verkäufer die folgenden Angaben hinzugefügt:


Hier für alle zur Erklärung.
Dieses Angebot wurde nochmals eingestellt, weil ich bei der Überarbeitung aus Unwissenheit einen Link benutzt habe. Daraufhin hat Ebay die laufende Auktion abgebrochen. Das war keine Absicht. Ich wollte mit der Überarbeitung nur nochmal auf die Echtheit und Seltenheit der Handschellen hinweisen.Wer also Zweifel oder Fragen hat, kann sich gerne mit mir in Verbindung setzen. Die Handschellen wurden zwischen den 17 Jahrhundert und den 19 Jahrhundert durch Dokumente in Bild und Schriftform erwähnt. Bei Bedarf kann ich diese belegen. - eBay (15 august 09)


This set of handcuffs had a high bid of 1,635 Euros (Plus 3.90 Euros Shipping).
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Thanks to the new owner, here is a nicer photo of the handcuffs:





Photo courtesy of the Lars Holst Collection.

Sep 20, 2009

More Titanic Padlocks

Here are some more 'Titanic' padlocks:

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Old Brass Simmons Wireless Lock w/ Ship & Morris Code



Howdy!! We buy from local NY & PA & Canadian estates ,we are not in love with the stuff ,so we're here to move it and we sell it all with no reserve.Today ,purchased right out of a local estate,we are selling a vintage and very cool brass lock marked Simmons Wireless with a sailing ship sending out C.Q.O. wirelessly in Morris Code.Anyway its a neat lock with neat images in very good condition and a nice addition to any lock collection.Nice set to be added to any railway collection - eBay (9 June 09)

This padlock had a high bid of $56 (Plus $4.50 Shipping).

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SIMMON’S WIRELESS C.Q.D. - Titanic S.O.S. Padlock






6917. SIMMON’S WIRELESS C.Q.D. - Titanic S.O.S. Padlock, c.1910-17, described in www.antique-padlocks.com as “ "C.Q.D." also known as "SIMMON'S WIRELESS" also known as "Titanic SOS". 2 13/16" high x 2" wide. Brass. 1 Lever, 4 Wards. Flat Key. Mfg by: Slaymaker. Made for: Simmons Hardware Co.” , additional information from the same site goes on to say “This padlock was offered in the Simmons Hardware Co. catalogs of 1910 thru 1917. The Titanic sank on April 15, 1912 which leads me believe that this padlock was adopted as the commemorative for the Titanic instead of being made to commemorate the Titanic. “ C.Q.D. was the telegraph distress call used by ships until 1908 when it was changed to S.O.S., lock is in good condition with a nice patina, no key. - eBay (17 June 09)

This padlock had an opening bid of $125 (Plus $7.70 Shipping) but failed to attract any bidders.

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SIMMON'S WIRELESS C.Q.D.--TITANIC S.O.S. PADLOCK






VERY OLD SIMMON'S WIRELESS PADLOCK-----NO KEY----DOES OPEN.NEEDS TO BE CLEANED. - eBay (22 June 09)
This padlock had an opening bid of $19.99 (Plus $4.99 Shipping) but failed to attract any bids.

Sep 19, 2009

PYES seal brass IRS padlock lock.Pat'd 1865

Here is a nice and expensive seal padlock:







This lock is very old and marked beautifully, and has a outstanding key. 3 7/8" tall. All brass. Good condition. With a beautifully marked original key. - eBay (17 Aug 2009)

This padlock had a high bid of $770 (Plus $6.95 Shipping).
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Sep 18, 2009

1940s POLICE WALL MOUNTED HIATT HANDCUFF

Here is a special purpose handcuff:



This is a vintage 1940s Obsolete POLICE Wall Mounted handcuffs by HIATT in great condition for there age - eBay (2 Aug 2009)

This handcuff had a high bid of 102 British Pounds / $168.39 (Plus 12.50 Pounds Shipping).

A second set had a high bid of 101.05 British Pounds / $166.82 (Plus 12.50 Pounds Shipping). This listing used the same photo as above.
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Sep 17, 2009

Tractor Trailer Padlock

Here is an interesting lock that I suspect fits over the trailer's fifth wheel.






THIS MASSIVE STEEL PADLOCK MEASURES 8 1/2 " HIGH x 6 " WIDE x 1 3/4 " THICK AND WEIGHS JUST SHY OF FIFTEEN POUNDS.

THIS LOCK WAS USED TO COUPLE AN OVER THE ROAD TRACTOR-TRAILER BACK IN THE 1930'S.

IN VIEW OF THE INVERTED WRITING, IT APPEARS THAT THIS LOCK WAS ATTACHED "UP SIDE DOWN".

THE KEY THAT CAME WITH THIS LOCK IS INCLUDED, THOUGH ANY 1/4" HEX KEY WILL OPERATE THE LOCK. - eBay (19 July 2009)

This 'padlock' had a high bid of $301 (Plus $12.50 Shipping).
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Sep 16, 2009

Tower Balco Leg Irons

I like the chains on this set of leg irons.






A nice pair of original 1920's - 1930s vintage leg irons. This pair is very similar to the Tower Leg Irons, but this pair is unmarked and the iron links in the chain are flat rather than bent as are the tower chain links. Flat chain links are a characteristic of Balco leg irons and I assume this to be a pair of Balco leg irons. If someone can positively identify these from the photos as not being Balco leg irons, please let me know. These irons seem to be slightly heavier than a Tower Leg Iron, but I no longer have a pair of Towers to compare. Both locks open with the key that is shown in the photo. I am not certain, but I assume this is the original key. This key seems slightly smaller than a Tower key. As shown in the photos, this pair has a plain iron finish with no plating and there are some minor rust spots. One lock case has deeper rust and pitting, but this does not affect the function of these cuffs. If someone was careful, I think it would be possible to polish these to look quite nice, but all I did was to lightly oil the cuffs and wipe them with a rag. - eBay (30 July 2009)

These leg irons had a high bid of $106.50 (Plus $9 Shipping).
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Sep 15, 2009

ORNATE ANTIQUE STORY LOCK

Her is another example of a story padlock.



RARE ORNATE ANTUQUE LOCK,M 100 PLUS YEARS OLD, GREAT CONDITION, INTRICATE DETAIL. - eBay (22 July 2009)
This padlock had a high bid of $416.11 (Plus $8 Shipping).
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Sep 14, 2009

'Widow's Mite' Story Padlock

Here is a nice story padlock.







This is a very interesting old padlock.

The front of the lock has a depiction of a woman unlocking a trunk.The back of the lock is a flower and vine pattern the features are raised on both the front and back.

The lock is 3 1/4" tall from the bottom to the top of the locking arm and 2 3/8" wide and just under 1/2" deep.

I dont have the key/tool to open the lock.This is not a turning type lock something is pushed inside to release the arm I have not seen this before.

The lock appears to have had a clear coat finish applied to preserve the lock it certainly has a great old time look. - eBay (2 August 2009)

This padlock had a high bid of $635 (Plus $5.70 Shipping).
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Sep 13, 2009

H&R Arms Leg Irons - Hacksawed

Here is a rare set of leg irons, unfortunately damaged.



Set of vintage police leg irons. 50's 60's I believe....my uncle was a police officer during that period and they were found in his home. One leg section has been cut with some sort of metal saw....I'm guessing it was an escape attempt...

They are made by H&R arms co. Worcester, Mass. Heavy duty stainless steel....large heavy duty chains. Set has original key and it works.

Has receipt of repair attempt. Reads Sorry, parts no longer available to repair those obsolete leg irons. - eBay (14 Aug 2009)

This padlock had a high bid of $136.50 (Plus Free Shipping).
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Sep 12, 2009

Australian Brass R.A.N Padlock - Longhurst & Andrew, Sydney

A very nice looking padlock.






Antique - R.A.N - Royal Australian Navy

Brass Lock & Keys

Made by: Longhurst & Andrew, Sydney

4 Lever

Dimensions: 70mm x 53mm locked

Condition:
Very good condition considering it's age.
Locks and unlocks easily.
Typical ware, tarnish and pitt marks.

Please see the photo's which are part of the description. - eBay (7 Aug 2009)
This padlock had a high bid of 52.97 Australian Dollars / $44.24 (Plus $9 Shipping).
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Sep 11, 2009

EARLY HIATT GANG CHAIN END LOCK

Here is a very nice handcuff style chain end lock/padlock.



This is an early Hiatt gang chain end lock. Hiatt are famous for making Handcuffs but this is a more unusual item to find. Comes with it's original key and both lock and key are stamped "Hiatt" and "31". Measures 6cm at widest point. I've found very little information on this type of lock and I have to thank www.alexhandcuffs.com for the information on their website. 100% original item and sold without reserve. - eBay (18 July 2009)

This lock had a high bid of 102 British Pounds / $168.39 (Plus Free Shipping).
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Sep 10, 2009

Swiss Nipper

Here is another nice set of Swiss Nippers. (Previous set covered here)






Offene Handfessel "Modell affect"

mit Druck auf den Arm, bzw. Handgelenk, schliesst sich die Zange automatisch! PatentNr. 3818 swiss

Im Gebrauch ca. 30er bis 40 er Jahre?

Zustand; gut, Gebrauchsspuren, dem Alter entsprechend in Ordnung

Zustellung nach Eingang der Zahlung Postcheckkonto oder PayPal

Versand ins Ausland nur eingeschrieben (A-priority) - eBay (15 Aug 2009)

This set of nippers had a high bid of 303 Swiss Francs / $282.82 (Plus 20 Francs Shipping).
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Sep 8, 2009

Broken Clarke Combination Lock - 1876

I would not normally cover a lock in suck a poor condition, but this is a good example of how much a rare lock can fetch even if it is incomplete (note the missing buttons) and damaged.





VINTAGE BRASS COMBINATION LOCK. BRASS DOOR OPENS TO REVEAL COMBINATION DEVICE. COMB.DEVICE LETTERED A,B,C,D,E,F,G,H,I,L,O,U.

BRASS DOOR HAS TEXT " CLARKE COMBINATION LOCK CO./BALTIMORE ,MD./PAT`D FEB.4,1873 - JUNE 15,1875/REISSUED FEB.29,1876. 2.25 X 4 X 1.5 IN.

VERY HEAVY LOCK BACK PLATE HAS MINOR DAMAGE. GOOD COND. VERY RARE LOCK. - eBay (13 August 2009)

This padlock had a high bid of $227.50 (Plus $5 Shipping).
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Sep 2, 2009

HIATT IRISH-8 HANDCUFFS

Here is a nice set of figure eight handcuffs.







This listing is for

RARE HIATT IRISH-8 HANDCUFFS WITH ORIGINAL KEY

These early 1900's handcuffs are essentially a Figure-8 handcuff except for the locking mechanism, which is atypical Darby spring-backed bolt with external threading that is pulled out with an internally threaded screw key. One side of the cuffs is a little smaller than the other. The "Irish" designation is possibly a refecrence to their being used primarily in Ireland.

These handcuffs are stamped 'Hiatt 3". The key is also stamped with "Hiatt" and "1"

Very Fine condition with beautiful patina - eBay (10 June 09)

This set of handcuffs had a high bid of $250 (Plus $9 Shipping).
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