Parker Holborn - Antique HIATT Handcuffs

Nice to see a real set of these handcuffs, with eBay swamped with fakes.

William IV / Early Victorian iron police handcuffs, circa 1840

Marked PARKER HOLBORN

With original key/ cuffs and key marked 8

In excellent working condition, good un polished dark surface, the key is a little pitted but still good.

Full size cuffs with strong locks and tight hinges.

Parker /Parker Field perhaps retailers of Hyatt made cuffs. - eBay (21 Feb 09)

This set of handcuffs sold for 181.51 British Pounds ($259.99) (Plus 15.50 British Pounds Shipping).
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Townley Antique Padlock Pat.1908

Old and nice:

You are bidding on a Townley Lock, Patent Dated December 15, 1908. This highly collectible lock is an excellent piece to add to any collectors items. The only downfall is that I have not been able to locate a key to fit. There are higher quality pictures of this item at http://thecollectibles.shutterfly.com/70, as well as pictures of a Dan Patch lock that will be going up for bid soon. - eBay

This padlock sold for $117.59 (Plus $12.25 Shipping).
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Antique Victorian 1888 3Pence Working Padlock & Key

Now this is a neat padlock:

An antique Victorian working padlock and key made from 3 pence pieces dated 1888. In very good condition and all original. Padlock measures approx 3/4 by 5/8ths inch, key measures just under 1 1/2 inches long by 5/8ths inch. (1 inch = approx 25mm) - eBay

This padlock sold for $67.98 (Plus 8.50 British Pounds Shipping).
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Rare Antique ZEISS IKON Padlock

I really like the design. Very sleek.

Antique padlock by ZEISS IKON Camera Company made of steel and brass with nice patina from age.

Engravede ZEISS IKON on the front.

Approx 3.25" height , 2.25" width , Weight 285gr.

Comes with the original key , functioning condition.

Very good condition for it's age . - eBay

This padlock sold for $52.99 (Plus $12 Shipping).
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Old Push Key Brass Padlock - Westfield Locks Works

This is a real interesting looking padlock. Too bad that I was not able to locate any aditional information on it.

Here is a old vintage BRASS Padlock for sale. It is all Brass and has the name - Westfield Locks Works. Westfield, N.Y. and a 4 on it. No key but lock is in very good condition. Please study the photos, this is a NO RESERVE AUCTION ! - eBay

This padlock sold for $252.39 (Plus $8.64 Shipping).
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ORIGINAL ABLOY WAFER KEY PADLOCK FACTORY CUTAWAY

This is Abloy's older key system which is impressive in itself.

This is a new, rare, original factory cutaway of an Abloy padlock, model 3085. This cutaway features a different keyway than the other Abloy cutaway padlock we currently have on ebay.

This cutaway is at least 20 years old and is a fine specimen. The body has two cutaway areas that allow viewing the padlock and disc operation.

It comes complete with two operating keys. Both keys are original Abloy and are nickel silver.

Here is your chance to obtain a very unique lock that was made by Abloy in Finland prior to becoming ASSA Abloy. - eBay

This cutaway padlock sold for $66 (Plus $5 Shipping).
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ORIGINAL ABLOY PADLOCK FACTORY CUTAWAY & KEYS 3545 ASSA

Interesting cutaway. Abloy is a very high quality lock company with unique locking systems:

This is a new, rare, original factory cutaway of an Abloy padlock, model 3545. This cutaway features a different keyway than the other Abloy cutaway padlock we currently have on ebay.

This cutaway is at least 20 years old and is a fine specimen. The body has two cutaway areas that allow viewing the padlock and disc operation.

It comes complete with two operating keys. Both keys are original Abloy and are nickel silver.

Here is your chance to obtain a very unique lock that was made by Abloy in Finland prior to becoming ASSA Abloy. - eBay

This cutaway padlock sold for $75 (Plus $5 Shipping).
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" SUPER RARE ANTIQUE LEG IRONS-UNMARKED TOWER BEAN'S"

This is a neat super-sized Bean handcuff style leg irons.

ANTIQUE LEG IRONS UNMARKED, TOWER BEAN'S, NO KEY, BUT AVAILABLE ON LINE, I'M SURE. UNCLEANED, NICE EVEN PATINA, ORIGINAL FINISH--SUPER RARE.

CHAIN MEASURES " APPROX 9 1/2 IN - eBay

This set of leg irons sold for $256.67 (Plus $7 shipping).
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RARE YALE + TOWNE LOCK W/ CANNONS, PULLEY AND BULLETS

This is a neat padlock with a great artistic design on the body of the lock:

THIS AUCTION FEATURES A FANTASTIC OLD YALE FIGURAL LOCK EMBOSSED WITH CANNONS, PULLEY AND BULLETS. MEASURES 2" WIDE BY 3 1/2" TALL.THIS ACTUALLY HAS THE KEY AND IS IN GOOD WORKING ORDER. - eBay

This padlock sold for $293.99 (Plus $5.50 Shipping).
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Van Dorn Prison Jail Lock & Spike Key

I think jail locks are interesting, if you can incorporate them into the house somehow....

The zinc diecast case couldn't survive the forces of slamming and pressure on the door and usually disintegrated. Very few of these locks survived, very easy to crack, so was discontinued after a short production run. These ladies were sensitive! Generally covered in primer and paint, gray or black, but as you can see, I wired wheeled it to it's original off the production line look. Since it's cast iron, it does not rust. Been sitting in my collection on a book shelf for years. It can easily be primed and painted. If it is painted (by the new owner), black with gold paint detailing the lettering would look really sharp!

Now all the dirty little details. No surprises...There were 2 "tiny" holes drilled into the lock into the solid body by 2 (of the 4)bolt holes . They do not penetrate the inside of the lock. Why they were drilled I don't know1. This is a 4 lever lock. When I purchased this lock, a key did not come with it. I spent a small fortune buying spike keys and finally found one that would accomindate 2 of the 4 levers. The other 2 levers had to be grinded down a tad bit to fit the key. In the "un-locked" position, they pretty well act as spacers, but in the "locked" position, they function as they should, 4 levers holding the bolt shut solid, not comprimising security. The levers function how they are suppose to, not a security issue. I would of liked to find spare levers for the old girl, but forgetaboutit...never found any for this lock....

Inside the lock on the back plate it reads "12-403-1 SUPER CAST". (See last picture)

Folks, I cannot express the rarity of this old girl. I would put it in the same catagory of a Pauly w/barrel key. It will be a nice addition for you lock hounds! - eBay

This jail lock sold for $195.49 (Plus $12 Shipping).
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Another set of TOWER DETECTIVE Handcuffs

Here is another set of Tower Detective / Pinkerton Handcuffs. There have not been any up for auction lately. Too bad as I am looking pick up another set:

Here is a nice old pair of handcuffs. I do not have a key for them. - eBay (18 Dec 08)

This set of handcuffs sold for $123.62 (Plus $7.10 Shipping).
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A. E. DEITZ VINTAGE BRASS LOCK

This is a neat lock not only because the brass is still shiny, but also because of the dimensions. For some reason the thickness of this lock makes it look that much more secure.

This Lovely little brass lock and key is made by A. E. DEITZ and is marked with his name. Assuming this to be A.E. Deitz of Brooklyn, New York, Alonzo E. Deitz worked at 73 Clymer Street from 1867-1912. The key does work and the lock does lock and unlock. It has been on one of my Dietz lanterns for quite some time.......similar name but spelled differently. - eBay

This lock sold for $55.50 (Plus $4.95 Shipping).
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1901 COMMEMORATIVE LOCK PADLOCK PAN AMERICAN EXPOSITION

Here is a very interesting commemerative padlock, but not a story 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 padlock was listed with an opening bid of $349.99 (Plus $8.70 Shipping) but failed to attract any bids.
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Brass TWISKEE Pad Lock

A very interesting key design. Not sure how secure such a key would be. But it is cheap enough for a lock collection on a budget.

Unusual Brass Pad Lock Padlock Measures 3" high. Has Iron Shackle with original key marked, "TWISKEE C 93". Key is unusual as it is a twisted spiral shape, cut at the bottom. Lock has Milwaukee Lock Diamond Logo on it and shackle is marked Case Hard. Light pitting on the shackle otherwise nice shape. Shipping weight is 1.5lbs. - eBay

This padlock sold for $25.45 (Plus $5.75 shipping).
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Rare BURDICK - Chain Handcuffs and Leg Irons

Never heard of this company before, but then again I am not a real follower of Chain cuffs:

rare BURDICK prison police jail chain handcuffs w key

super nice set of BURDICK style handcuffs complete with its original screw key.... as the OLD OLD original BURDICK chain cuff is so very rare, this BURDICK style cuff was made more then several years ago by the master restraint, lock & key maker IAN MCCOLL of AUSTRAILIA....... cuffs are approx. 10" in lenght from barrel to barell tip when laid out........... cuff works great & comes with its original key......... PLEASE LOOK FOR THE MATCHING LEG IRONS that i also have on EBAY. - eBay (27 Jan 09)

This set of handcuffs had an opening bid of $350 and a 'Buy-it-Now' price of $450 (Plus $8.50 Shipping). It sold for $350 with 2 bids.
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rare BURDICK constable police chain handcuffs leg irons

super nice set of BURDICK style LEG IRONS complete with its original screw key.... as the OLD OLD original BURDICK chain LEG IRONS is so very rare, this BURDICK style LEG IRON was made more then several years ago by the master restraint, lock & key maker IAN MCCOLL of AUSTRAILIA....... cuffs are approx. 25" in lenght from barrel to barrel tip when laid out........... cuff works great & comes with its original key......... PLEASE LOOK FOR THE MATCHING - HANDCUFFS that i also have on EBAY. - eBay (27 Jan 09)

This set of leg irons had a starting bid of $375 and a 'Buy-it-Now' price of $475. It sold for $375 (Plus $10 Shipping).
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More Horseshoe Padlocks III

Here are some more recent horseshoe padlock auctions:

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Good Luck Horseshoe Padlock Vintage Brass Cast

Nice old brass lock .....do not know who made it but it is unusual found in box in cellar clean out with other locks and keys. Stamped "Good Luck" on both sides has no key and is in locked position. 3" X 2" in good condition. No reserve. - eBay

This lock sold for $49.95 (Plus $7.95 Shipping).

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BARNES MFG Horse Shoe "Good Luck" Padlock BICYCLE LOCK

BARNES MFG Horse Shoe "Good Luck" Padlock I WAS TOLD IT WAS A VINTAGE BICYCLE LOCK. NO KEYS. CAME FROM LOCAL A ESTATE SALE, PLEASE SEE PICTURES FOR ACTUAL CONDITION. - eBay

This lock sold for $27.88 (Plus $5 Shipping).

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Rare BARNES horse hoof GOOD LUCK padlock lock w key

nice polished bronze approx. 2 3/4 " padlock complete with a nice working key.........lock is nicer then photo shows & works great........this is the much harder to find model as it has the HOOF going up the sides........ - eBay

This lock had an opening bid of $99 and a 'Buy-it-Now' price of $129.50 (Plus $7.50 Shipping) but failed to attract any bids.

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VINTAGE BRASS GOOD LUCK HORSESHOE SHAPE PADLOCK

The old lock looks to be in good condition with some overall wear but has no key. Measures 2 7/8" tall and 2" wide. The curved arm has a makers name but it is very hard to make out. - eBay

This lock sold for $14.50 (Plus $4.80 Shipping).

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