RUSSELL and ERWIN Key LOCK with DECORATED Body

I really like the pattern added to the body of the lock.

Russell and Erwin Push Key Padlock. Circa 1879

Beautiful brass push key padlock with a decorated body, both sides. Push key to unlock, lock. Logo mark on latch reads R/E Co in a diamond shape. Also on latch is Pat. Apr. 11, '76. Jan. 14,'79. Tarnish areas on the body (can be polished off) but would leave alone, adds to the patina. Lock works. Have left unlocked due to the fact that the lock has frozen shut on a few occasions, needs to be oiled or sprayed with lock deicer. Nice addition to any lock collection. - eBay (10 June 09)

This padlock had a high bid of $272.89 (Plus $6.95 Shipping).
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Antique Brass American Express Padlock

Here is a very nice large padlock. Not sure what American Express might have used it for, but then again, I am not to familiar with the firm's history.

Am. Ex. brass padlock with working key. stamped on the lock shackle is "pat May 7 & Oct 13 83" and "94" on the other side. the dimensions of the lock are 2 1/8" x 1 3/8" across at the base and 3 3/8" from the base to the top of the shackle.

Question: Hi when you pull up on the shackle does it pull all the way out, or hit a stop.And I cant tell by the picture but it looks like there may be a dent in the brass case ? let me know Very interested in this lock

Answer: Yes there is a dent in the brass case it's been that way since I got the lock and when the previous collector first got it. so the dent is possibly as old as the lock, just part of the locks story. the shackle does not pull all the way out it hits a stop - eBay (15 June 09)

This padlock had a high bid of $915.50 (Plus $4.95 Shipping).
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Perfection Brass Padlock

I like this lock. It reminds me of an Ames padlock.

This is marked Perfection on one side and the other side reads Pat.Sept. 19, 1882 .The key is marked PWA on both sides and it does work .Lock shows age and use .It measures 2.5 inches across and is 4 inches tall , everything looks to be made entirely of brass . - eBay (14 June 2009)

This padlock had a high bid of $31 (Plus $5.45 Shipping).
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1890s DETROIT BRASS WORKS PADLOCK

A nice chain lock.

DETROIT BRASS WORKS.. COMES WITH KEY, MADE OF BRASS, IN GOOD WORKING CONDITION. INTERESTING DOUBLE CLASPED LOCK. MEASURES 7" INCHES LONG AND 2 1/4" IN. WIDE. A HEAVY DUTY LOCK, BRASS ARROW ROTATES TO EXPOSE KEY-HOLE. LOCK IS STAMPED PAT DATE 1867 SEE PICTURES , THIS IS PROBALLY A LATE 1800s LOCK,. STAMPED "DETROIT BRASS WORKS' ORGANIZED IN 1892 AND INCORPORATED IN 1902... - eBay (13 June 2009)

This padlock had a high bid of $104.27 (Plus $7 Shipping).
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Giant Star Cast Iron Scandinavian Padlock

A very nice and really large Scandinavian padlock.

This is an old cast iron padlock made by a company in America that went out of business back in the twentys.This is a genuine working Star with both it's original keys still with it.The lock is a monster by todays standards and is 3 5/8 in. tall and over 2 1/2 in. wide.These old scandinavian style locks are rare in the larger sizes and almost never have an original key,let alone having both genuine original keys like this one has.This old beauty is so heavy,it will come in a flat rate priority box.How often do you get a chance to own a 100 year old giant padlock that is not only complete,but still works? - eBay (2 July 2009)

This padlock had a high bid of $180.45 (Plus $11 Shipping).
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Caton Seal - U.S. Int Rev Padlock

Here is a very nice looking seal padlock.

A rare, vintage logo padlock for the US Internal Revenue service. This is the CATON SEAL & REGISTER LOCK CO model. It is the lock pictured in Arnall's 6th edition of The Padlock Collector, page 237, number 10. Also is stamped with Patened January 1, 1878. This lock has a 'trap door' at the top of the case that has to be raised after it is unlocked, then with the key a small lever has to be moved so that the lock can be relocked. A fabulous padlock. The case appears to have been opened but is restored well, is tight, no rattles, works well. 2 1/4 in. wide, 3 3/8 in. high, and 3/4 in. thick. Very heavy.
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On Jul-15-09 at 01:35:48 PDT, seller added the following information:

The dust cover has been replaced with brass of a different color.
- eBay (21 July 2009)

This padlock had a high bid of $975 (Plus $18.65 Shipping).
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1800'S BRASS COMBINATION LOCK - SCHRODER LOCK CO.

A very interesting combination padlock. Too bad there is not much information on it.

HERE WE HAVE A VERY RARE BRASS COMBANTION LOCK FROM THE 1860'S . THE LOCK MEASURES APPROX. 3'3/4 INCHS LONG AND 2'7/8 INCHS WIDE AND MARKED STUBBS PAT.MAR. 3. 1868 AND OTHER SIDE OF LOCK 217 SCHRODER LOCK CO. CRANT.O . THE LOCK IS IN GREAT CONDITION WITH NICE OLD PATINA AND NEVER BEEN CLEANED AND MAKE ANICE ADDITION TO ANY COLLECTION. ADD $6.00 FOR S/H/ IN U.S


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On Jul-23-09 at 08:09:32 PDT, seller added the following information:
i would like to add because we have several emails wanting to end auction on the lock and ask that to not list the identiy so we are adding to the description , we do not have the combonation to the lock . we have had several offers on the lock to end auction but don't think it is fair to potiental bidders waiting until auctions end to did . thanks for understanding and god bless .

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On Jul-23-09 at 15:42:15 PDT, seller added the following information:

WE HAVE HAD MANY QUESTIONS ON THE LOCK SOME WANTING ADDITIONAL PICTURES OF FRONT AND SIDE AND ALSO IF THE WANTING TO KNOW IF THE SHAKEL HAS PLAY WHEN YOU PRESS IT DOWN , THE SHAKLE MOVES WITH SOME PLAY WHEN SHOOK . HOPE THIS HELPS AND IF ANY OTHER QUESTIONS WOULD BE HAPPY TO HELP . THANKS SANDY

Questions from other members

Q: great lock if i win the bid is it ok if i pay on 7/31 check my feedbacks and other purchases if you are hesitant thanks
A: HI THAT WILL BE FINE AND GOOD LUCK BIDDING.THANKS SANDY

Q: Hi, Does the button, or whatever it is, to the lower left of the dial move at all, even slightly? Thanks.
A: hi the button on the lower left moves back and forth or slides. hope thius helps.

Q: Do you have the combination for this lock?
A: HI SORRY NO COMBONATION FOR THE LOCK HOPE THIS HELPS.

- eBay (27 July 2009)

This padlock had a high bid of $4,494.55 (Plus $6 Shipping).
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Hibbard Spencer Bartlett Co. 'Our Very Best' Padlock

Here is an interesting padlock.

Thank you for viewing our auction. This is a rare and valuable OVB brass padlock with original key, made by Hibbard, Spencer, Bartlett & Co. This lock works, and is in very good condition, as shown by the photographs.

Closed it measures about 3" long by 2" wide and 11/16" thick. The key and the lock have the same serial number (letters) on them. The key is marked OVB H.S.B & Co., Pat'n July 26 '98.

The padlock is marked Patented July 20th, 1909. OVB Our Very Best, H.S.B. & Co. Chicago.

This collectible padlock is hard to find, and is in unusually good condition. - eBay (9 July 2009)

This padlock had a high bid of $239.35 (Plus $7.05 Shipping).
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"Harry Houdini Houdini's Original Handcuffs" Including a Bean Giant

I saw this auction and never thought it was going to sell for the asking price. It did.

Extremely rare, Bean Giant, un-adjustable double locking handcuffs with white metal and patina flat double bit key. Rare J.J. Tower, double lock adjustable handcuffs, polished steel, marked Pat. June 17 '62, July 17 '66 with the key.

Phelps Handcuffs - These handcuffs are the oldest American adjustable handcuffs patented by Phelps in 1862.

Cuffs are framed and matted with museum glass. The plaque reads........

Harry Houdini Born March 24, 1874
Died Halloween 1926

"I offer $100,000 to any human being living can escape from all the cuffs I carry, and from which I release myself. No restraints can hold me!" Harry Houdini

Extremely Rare Bean Giant Handcuffs

Captain E.D. Bean of the Boston Police Department invented these un-adjustable, double locking handcuffs in 1887 and offered $500 to anyone who could escape from the 'Bean Giants'. Houdini accepted the challenge and during his heavily publicized event Houdini escaped from the restraints. Because Houdini would not tell Captain Bean how he escaped from the handcuffs, it is uncertain if he ever collected the reward.

Phelps Handcuffs

These cuffs are the oldest American adjustable handcuffs patented by Phelps in 1862.

Both sets of handcuffs and this unique late 1800's advertising poster were originally owned by Harry Houdini and were purchased from Sid Radner's private Houdini Collection. The handcuffs have been professionally framed and matted. The frame measures 28" X 14.5". - eBay (22 July 2009)

This set of two handcuffs sold for $10,100 (Plus free Shipping).
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IDEAL CLOCK FACE COMBINATION PADLOCKS

I would like to think that these locks had some purpose, but I suspect that they were only meant for decoration.

Antique IDEAL CLOCK FACE COMBINATION PADLOCK * 2 Locks

Fresh out of a local estate, you are bidding on an antique clock face combination padlock that has 2 separate locks connected by a chain. This may actually be 2 separate locks but since they came from the same estate and are of the same style I am offering them together. Each has a 7/8” diameter x 3/8” thick nickel-plated brass cylinder with a clock face on the bottom surface and writing on side of cylinder reads “IDEAL” PAT APPLIED FOR MADE IN U.S.A. The specifics of each are as follows:

Padlock with 1” high flat-sided U-shackle, VG to Fine condition with light edge wear, circular scratches on face and 1 replaced clock hand. Padlock with 8” attached chain, Excellent condition with very light wear.

I was not able to figure out the combination for either lock but I am sure they will work if you figure out the right time. Offered together with NO RESERVE. - eBay (26 July 2009)

These padlocks had a high bid of $735 (Plus $12.57 Shipping).
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"Antique Spanish Colonial Iron Slave Shackles 1750 REAL"

I always wonder how accurate descriptions for items like this are. Unless you know for sure what you are bidding one, a story can ring truer than the truth.

Here is the real deal and an item that’s about as rare as rare gets! ... Hand forged Spanish Colonial leg shackles used on Indian slaves. The cuffs are covered in a rough felt. It was the Spanish that first brought slaves to Mexico, as early as 1520. Then they starting trading in Indian slaves, a practice that lasted well into the mid-1800s. To fill the labor shortage in the Southwest, an active Indian slave trade developed. Every year in the spring, Mexican traders took cheap goods to exchange with the Navajo and Ute for broken-down horses and mules, which they took to Utah and bartered along with weapons for Indian women and children. They in turn were taken to California and sold. The traders then bought more horses for the return trip. The horses were traded for more Indian captives, who were taken to Mexico. The Indian Slave trade later expanded to the Mormons who started buying Indian children from slavers and poor Indian families. They eventually legalized the practice, justifying it as necessary for the children's spiritual redemption and physical safety. The stronger males were usually used in the mines. The rarest part of this item is that the key (works) is included. About 18” long. This is a very rare 1750-1820 Spanish Colonial artifact.. You’ll never see another. They belong in a museum. Came out of a old Santa Fe Indian and arms collection, the collector had owned them for more then 40 years. I sell my listings WITHOUT A RESERVE , and NO returns. Study the pictures before bidding, and ask question if you are unclear about anything. We described things as best we can but we are not experts in every field. You may know more about the item then we do. You are the judge as to quality and value. I try to list several new item every other day, so keep check my listings including early western and Mexican pieces… - eBay (24 June 09)

This restraint with the colorful description had a high bid of $306.76 (Plus $12.50 Shipping).
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Antique mini bell shaped padlock

Here is a nicely shaped miniature padlock.

Interesting antique miniature brass padlock in bell shape. Retains original key. Measures 1 1/4" long with 1 1/2" key. When the two are put together it looks like a dinner bell. There is a 1/4" oxidation spot. - eBay (19 July 09)

This padlock had a high bid of $87 (Plus $4 Shipping).
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OLD MILITARY HANDCUFFS - DATED 1944

A nice set of darby handcuffs.

HERE WE HAVE A PAIR OF 1944 DATED HANDCUFFS, HEAVY CONSTRUCTION, ORIGINAL KEY, USED CONDITION WITH SOME WEAR. GUARANTEED ORIGINAL.PLEASE SEE PHOTOS FOR MORE DETAILS, WE POST WORLDWIDE, SORRY NO BUY IT NOW, I NEVER END MY AUCTIONS EARLY. PLEASE VIEW MY OTHER AUCTIONS. - eBay (25 May 2009)

This set of handcuffs had a high bid of 156 British Pounds / $256.39 (Plus 7.50 Pounds Shipping).
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