BEAN GIANT REPLICA

Well this is something that you do not see everyday. A genuine Bean Giant replica.

 

BEAN GIANT HANDCUFFS - FAMOUS FOR HOUDINI STORY! Up for auction are a pair of Bean Giant Handcuffs. This pair is from the castings made by Ian McColl of Australia. The are nickel plated, and look great. So shiny I couldn't even set them down without getting fingerprints on them! They work great. The originals were patented in 1887, and this pair is among the last of the castings that Ian has. This pair was assembled and made by myself. Nice strong spring action, buttons work great, and to my knowledge, it's one of VERY FEW pair of Ian's Bean Giants that are plated. 

If you put these on anyone, with the keyhole facing the body, it's nearly impossible to open them even with the key. Yet, Houdini escaped from them. This pair comes with lost wax cast key, and the handcuff itself is made from lost wax castings. Other than the fact you can see the rivets and screws on the back plate (I didn't realize how much plating will bring out imperfections!) it might pass for an original cuff right out of the box! - eBay (4 Dec 12)

This set of cuffs had a high bid of $500 (Plus $8 Shipping).
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MINIATURE ONE CENT 1926 COIN TRICK PADLOCK

I am a real fan of coin padlock. This is not exactly a padlock as it does not require a key or combination, but it is styled as a padlock, and is an antique, so that is enough for me.

ANTIQUE MINIATURE ONE CENT 1926 COIN TRICK PADLOCK LOCK WORKS GREAT ANTIQUE COIN PADLOCK. WORKS GREAT. IT IS MADE OF ONE CENT 1926 COIN, SO PROBABLY MADE AROUND MID 1900's MARKINGS: 1926 ONE CENT COIN. SEE PICTURES MEASUREMENT: APPROXIMATELY 1.10" HEIGHT - eBay (18 Dec 12)

This padlock had a high bid of $79.99 (Plus $3.50 Shipping).
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COMBINATION PADLOCK WITH CODE - BRASS

This is a very cool, although very fragile, and therefore useless padlock. Still, it would be nice to add it to the collection.

 

 

 

 

VERY NICE ANTIQUE COMBINATION PADLOCK / BIKE LOCK , WITH CODE 2-1-4 . LOCK IS BRASS AND IN GOOD WORKING ORDER . SICE =4,5 INCH DIAMETER . MADE IN THE NETHERLAND . ROUND 1920 . NEDOCTR= DUTCH PATENT / 8874 PATENT NUMBER . - eBay (1 Dec 12)

This padlock had a high bid of $251 (Plus $14.50 Shipping).
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Berliner Cuff

Here is a nice rare set of Berliner handcuffs recently sold on eBay Germany.

 

 

 

eBay (10 Dec 2012)

This set of cuffs had a high bid of 1,510 Euros / US $1,962.85 (Plus Shipping).
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Vintage Finnish Konepaja Voima Oy Handcuffs 1920-30´s

Very nice set of rare Finnish Konepaja Voima Handcuffs.

Very Rare Vintage Finnish Konepaja Voima Oy Handcuffs 1920-30´s. Just Google "Konepaja Voima" and you will see how rare and wanted these are! Very nice used and working condition, with original key. Mechanism works very precisely. These are forerunners of the famous Harrington & Richardson Super handcuffs. Shipping in post packet with tracking 45usd. Addition 20.10.2012: No visible Patent -markings - eBay (5 Nov 2012)

This set of Finnish Handcuffs had a starting bid of $450 (Plus $45 Shipping) but failed to attract any bids.
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Antique 'No-Key' COMBINATION CUTAWAY Padlock

This is one of my favorite padlocks. This cutaway version is awesome.

Antique 'No-Key' Combination Cutaway Padlock manufactured by Berkmann Manufacturing of Chicago. Patent date 09/17/07. Listed in Arnall's 6th edition, page 75. 1 7/8" x 2 3/4" (including shackle). Wrought brass metal case, bronze metal spring shackle, eight combination buttons. The combination is known (currently set to 3 buttons) and will be provided with purchase. By pressing the correct button combination (some buttons pushed in from the front, or are pushed in from the back, or are left alone entirely) the cutaway shows the internal mechanism operating as the shackle is released. In excellent antique condition (see pics), cutaway expertly done by a professional locksmith/lockmaker. This auction has a reserve of $274.99.

ABOUT OUR CUTAWAYS: Starting with a working padlock, the lock is carefully disassembled and the case milled to reveal internal working parts. Depending upon the lock, the face, back and sides of the case and shackle, and internal visible parts are carefully polished and the padlock is reassembled and tested (the lock as pictured is the lock you will receive). Each cutaway is a one-of-a-kind gem, created by an expert locksmith and collector (Randy Oxley). These cutaways are hand-made in very limited numbers, so if you are interested please don't wait to bid. The quality and performance as a collector's cutaway are guaranteed! - eBay (30 Nov 2012)

This padlock had a high bid of $290.99 (Plus $8.95 Shipping).
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Burns Patent Bottle Lock

This is an interesting special purpose lock for sure. Even better that it appears to be in perfect condition.

This lock was made before its Patent was obtained (later similar models include the date 'January 1881'). Probably made by Thomas Turner & Co of Wolverhampton (a quality manufacturer), whose name is on the later patented locks. Fine all over nickel plating, possibly over brass. Not original key only works occasionally, but is included. To lock, the plunger is pressed down, after enclosing the assembly around the bottle top. The plunger springs open when the key is operated. An excellent and unusual antique lock - quite heavy to the feel. 2.1" (5.3cm) high x 1.5" (3.7cm) diameter - very collectable. - eBay (25 Nov 12)

This lock had a high bid of 64 British Pounds (Plus 5.60 Pounds Shipping).

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