Rankin Delestatius 1861 Civil War Leg Irons (Handcuffs)

Here is another nice rare pair of Rankin Delestatius Handcuffs:

Up for auction is this VERY desirable pair of RANKIN (aka DELESTATIUS) Leg-Irons patented in 1861. Although somewhat hard to read, each cuff is stamped/marked Rankin.

The leg irons are in very nice condition, have a smooth brown patina and come with a very well made working key. The leg irons measure approximately 22 inches in length. The inside diameter of the cuffs, measure approximately 3 and 3/8 inch. They are in original condition and have not been cleaned or altered.

NOTE: the keyway (key hole) has the original spring loaded sleeve which protects the threaded screw and prevents someone from attempting to pick the lock. This sleeve is not commonly found intact and working.

This is a unique opportunity for someone to acquire this highly desirable set of Leg-irons, which have become extremely scarce to find! - eBay

This item was listed with a 'But-it-Now' price of $1,800 (Plus $10 Shipping) but failed to sell. Interestingly enough, it did not attract any 'Best Offers' either.

Click on the Rankin tag below to see more examples from the same manufacturer.
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More Horseshoe Locks

Here are some more horseshoe padlocks that have been auctioned recently on eBay.

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Vintage Brass Good Luck Lock with Key, 1879!

Here is a wonderful old brass lock with the words Good Luck It is stamped BELLAMY'S PAT JUNE 24, 79. It is in great condition and has a working key. I am not sure if this is the original key, but it works. - eBay

This horseshoe lock sold for $82.99 (Plus $6.75 shipping)
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Rare All Brass Barnes "Good Luck" Padlock

This is one of your harder-to-find antique padlocks. Made by the Barnes Mfg. Co. in the latter part of the 19th century, the shackle has "PAT'D JUNE 24, 1879" embossed on one side, and the manufacturer's name on the other. It is in very good condition. Unfortunately, I do not have the key for it. Size: 2" x 2 13/16" x 7/16" - eBay

This lock sold for $10.99 (Plus $10.45 shipping).
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EARLY BRASS GOOD LUCK HORSESHOE SHAPED LOCK PADLOCK

This auction is for an interesting early brass padlock. Lock is shaped like a horseshoe and measures approximately 2 3/4" by 2" by 1/2". On both sides it says Good Luck, and on one side it's also marked with the number 12 and letter S. Along the side edge there is a piece missing approximately 3/8" by 1/8" in size. There is no key. Overall this is a great looking lock to have. Don't miss out on your opportunity to own this great little treasure. - eBay

This lock sold for $12.11 (Plus $4.50 Shipping).
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Antique GOOD LUCK Solid Brass Horse Shoe Pad Lock

Very Nice, Solid Brass Antique Padlock from estate of a long time lock collector. Shaped like a horse Shoe, Words "GOOD LUCK" at bottom. Back of hasp is marked, "BARNES MAN'F'G CO" Front of hasp says PATD-JUNE 24 19 and I can't read the other numbers. Measures 2 3/4" Tall and 2" wide and 1/2" thick. No key. Very dark original Patina is beautiful, several dings to sharp edges appropriate for age. A fine pad lock in all. - eBay

This item was listed with an opening but of $49.95 (Plus $4.80 Shipping) but did not attract any bidders.
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Rare Antique Patent Steinke Brass Padlock Lock

This is a neat, smooth-looking padlock:

Rare antique brass padlock lock (patent Steinke)

Old padlock probably from Germany with original brass key.

The lock works perfect, excellent condition.

Lock is 3 1/8" tall x 2" wide.

The shackle has a very unusual design. See pic. - eBay

This simple-looking little lock sold for $115.50 (Plus $5 shipping)

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More Marlin Bottleneck Handcuffs - I

Here are some more Marlin Bottleneck handcuffs that have come up for sale on eBay. As you can see, you can pay close to anything for these, depending on the quality:

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MARLIN BOTTLENECKS, HANDCUFFS WITH KEY, VERY FINE

This listing is for MARLIN BOTTLENECKS HANDCUFFS WITH KEY

Stamped with "MARLIN FIREARMS CO., New Haven, CT, U.S.A."

Very Fine condition - eBay

This set of handcuffs sold for $520 (Plus $9 shipping).

It was noted that the finish is nickel plating.

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1879 Marlin Bottleneck Handcuffs EARLY NICE ONES!

Marlin Bottleneck handcuffs stamped; Marlin Fire Arms Co. New Haven CT. USA Pat Date Dec 2, 1879. I do not have the key, but these are in super condition! - eBay

This set of handcuffs sold for $351 (Plus $8.50 shipping).

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Marlin Bottleneck Handcuffs

Nice set of old marlin bottelneck handcuffs from 1910.This set comes with a key and work great.The only markins are the factory ones - eBay

This set of handcuffs sold for $306.67 (Plus $16 shipping).
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Marlin Bottleneck handcuffs

This is a set of marlin bottleneck handcuffs made around 1910 there is a key and they work like new - eBay

This set of handcuffs sold for $250 (Plus $16 shipping).
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Vintage Antique 1879 Marlin (Daley) Handcuffs, USA

Antique Handcuffs by Marlin (Daley) Bottleneck Model 1 Pat'd Dec.2,1879, USA

Good condition for their age. NO KEY

I've been told that a key can be made by a locksmith but I'm not sure, and haven't asked a locksmith. - eBay

This set of handcuffs sold for $270 (Plus $8 shipping).
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1877 Smith & Egge "Giant" Brass PadLock

This is a great looking lock. It almost looks like a flying saucer.

A neat pat. Sept. 14, 1877 Smith & Egge "Giant" Brass pad lock with the original marked key in excellent condition with very little wear. 2 3/4" X 2" - eBay

This lock sold for $75 (Plus $5.05 shipping)
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Brass Antique Lever Combination Lock

This is an interesting combination lock using levers.

VERY UNUSUAL Brass Antique Lever Combination Lock - For sale is this very unusual brass antique combination lock. I have been buying and selling locks for a while and this is the first one of these I have ever seen.

Lock's body is formed from stacked brass disks. Six of the disks (every other one) can rotate and have projecting levers to turn them. Each of the rotating disks can be in one of three positions; center, left or right. When the disks are in the correct combination of positions the lock can open. There is some sort of wafer spring between the bottom disk and the next one up. I assume it is to keep tension on the lock's mechanism. You can see a gap in the pictures where the spring is. It should be like that.

Lock shows wear from normal use but has not been abused or forced. It works as it should. With a bit of thought and feeling the play in the disks and shackle lock can be picked quickly. Lock is unmarked. - eBay

This lock sold for $356 (Plus $4.80).


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ANTIQUE CHAMBERLAIN KEY CHISELLED GILDE BRONZE

This has to be the largest, most ornate and expensive key that I have seen in my life.

These auction online is for an antique key from 1850's circa.

Great work on the bow and the shank is chiselled.

Measure 8,5" long.

A Portuguese Chamberlain key - eBay

This lock has a 'Buy-it-Now' price of $4,990 (Plus $19 Shipping) and remains unsold as of this posting.

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1901 COMMEMORATIVE LOCK PADLOCK PAN AMERICAN EXPOSITION

Here is an antique commemerative lock:

OLD AND ORIGINAL .. BRASS AND STEEL PADLOCK FROM THE 1901 PAN AMERICAN EXPOSITION HELD IN BUFFALO NEW YORK IN 1901 ... THIS LOCK HAS EMBOSSED CAST VIEW ON EACH SIDE OF THE BRASS BODY , LADY ON BUFFALO , CITY EXPO. SKY LINE WITH DATE 1901 BELOW ... SIZE HEIGHT 2 5/8 INCH AND WIDE 2 1/8 INCH ... CONDITION IS , NO DAMAGE , OLD BROWN DARK BRASS WITH STRONG DESIGN , STEEL SHACKEL HAS RUST PITTING , NO KEY BUT LOCK SHOULD OPEN AS SHACKEL WILL MOVE , EXCELLENT LOGO COMMEMORATIVE LOCK - eBay

This lock has an opening bid of $499.99 (Plus $8.25 shipping) but has failed to attract any bids to this point.

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RUSSELL & ERWIN 1899 LARGE EAGLE BRASS LOCK PADLOCK

This is a very classy looking lock. Too bad that it is so rare. I have not seen any other examples of this type:

OLD AND ORIGINAL LARGE FULL EMBOSSED DESIGN BRASS LOCK PADLOCK SHOWING AN AMERICAN EAGLE WITH SHIELD , SIZE HEIGHT 3 INCH ... THIS LOCK IS MARKED WITH THE FOLLOWING TEXT .. " RUSSELL & ERWIN MFG. CO . , NEW BRITAIN , CONN. , U.S.A. , P28 , PATENTED JAN. 31 . 99. " .... CONDITION IS , NO DAMAGE , OLD SURFACE WEAR WITH MARKS , BROWN GOLD BRASS , " NO KEY" BUT LOCK SHOULD OPEN AS SHACKLE WILL MOVE "NO KEY" , EXCELLENT - eBay

This lock has an opening bid of $249.99 (Plus $8.25 shipping ) but has failed to attract any bidders to this point. But it is a beautiful lock.
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Yale Duplex antique padlock

This is a real interesting lock with multiple keys:

Very rare brass lock, 2 original keys. One change key and one master key. Change key and shackle are both marked "B20". The lock works perfect, excellent condition. Lock is 2 7/8" tall x 2" wide x 3/4". - eBay

This lock sold for $362.99 (Plus $5 shipping)

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