"Antique Exceptional Big 8 wheel combination lock Padlock Key Clef Schlüssel Iron"

Here is a real neat locking bar combination lock which was being sold from Italy..

Antique Exceptional Big 8 wheel combination lock Padlock Key Clef Schlüssel Iron 

Exceptional and very rare combination lock in iron and brass. Origin Italy. 19th century period. Number of wheels 8, with 21 letters for each roll. The lock will be delivered open. Signs of wear over time, the bushings obviously have some play due to wear. Length 42 cm, weight about 3.4 kg

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Eccezionale e rarissimo catenaccio a combinazione in ferro e ottone. Origine Italia. Epoca XIX secolo. Numero ruote 8, con 21 lettere per ogni rullo. Il lucchetto verrà fornito aperto. Segni di usura del tempo, le boccole hanno ovviamente un po’ di gioco dovuto all’usura. Lunghezza 42 cm, peso circa 3,4 Kg

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Grazie - eBay (Ended: Feb 03, 2022 , 1:40PM)

This combination padlock had a high bid of $882 (Plus $88 Shipping).

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US Treasury Lock - Heavy Brass Clarke Combo Padlock

One of my favorite styles of combination padlocks. Rare and yet still affordable for those willing to save for a while. This one for some reason was a little more expensive than average. Perhaps it is indicative of increased demand.

This beautiful brass government seal lock was made for use by the U.S. Treasury Dept., by Clarke Combination Lock Co. in Baltimore, MD. Original pat. date of 1873 and reissued in Feb. of 1876. Over 138 years ago! It is in wonderful condition for its age and works great. There are some older small tool marks on the back plate, which closes tight and still has the retaining spring clip behind it. Some newer tool marks on the knurled turn ring and the loss of some chrome. Beautiful patina and a smooth working, great feeling lock. Very collectible! - eBay (24 Oct 2014)

This padlock had a high bid of $799 (Plus Free Shipping).
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SOREL COMBINATION LOCK

I still do not have one of these. Not the prettiest of combination locks, but a nice one anyway. One reason that I think it is a little odd, is that it all appears to be self contained with the very understated dial.

 

 

 

OFFERED IS A BRASS COMBINATION LOCK THAT READS SOREL LOCK LIMITED SOREL CANADA PATENTED 1921 ON THE BOTTOM. THIS LOCK MEASURES ABOUT 3 1/4" TALL AND 1 1/2" IN DIAMETER. THIS IS A VERY HEAVY DUTY AND WELL BUILT LOCK THAT FUNCTIONS PERFECTLY WITH THE KNOWN CODE. THIS ONE IS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION AND HARDER TO FIND SO BID WITH CONFIDENCE. - eBay (2 June 2013)

This padlock had a high bid of $546 (Plus $7.25 Shipping).
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1873 - 1876 PATENT CLARKE COMBINATION LOCK BALTIMORE MD.

Here is a neat example of a Clarke combination padlock. It is interesting to see that the lock has been used so much that you can see wear around the correct buttons to press. No matter, the new owner can always change the combination by opening the back and moving the pins around.

Up for auction is a Vintage Clarke Combination Lock Co. Baltimore, MD. It is dated PAT'D FEB. 4 1873 JUNE 15 1875 REISSUED FEB. 29 1876. Combination is included with the lock and does work. Measures 2 1/2" x 4 1/4". - eBay (4 April 2013)

This padlock had a high bid of $930 (Plus $6.95 Shipping).
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CLARK COMBINATION LOCK BALTIMORE MD.

These are great combination padlocks. They are large and heavy. They are intricately made. The combinations can be changed, as long as you have the current combination or the lock is currently unlocked.

 

This one is also in pretty good cindition. I can only guess that this is why the lock went for more than average.

OFFERING THIS RARE ANTIQUE HEAVY BRASS COMBINATION LOCK MARKED CLARKE COMBINATION LOCK CO. BALTIMORE, MD. PAT'D FEB. 4, 1973 JUNE 15, 1875 REISSUED FEB. 29, 1876. THIS IS IN VERY GOOD CONDITION AND MARKINGS ARE GOOD AND SHARP. . I DO NOT KNOW THE COMBINATION TO OPEN IT BUT I THINK THEY CAN BE RESET BY SOMEONE WHO KNOWS. MEASURES 4" TALL X A LITTLE OVER 2 1/4" WIDE. - eBay (10 March 2013)

This padlock had a high bid of $798.55 (Plus $10 Shipping).
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UK Padlock made of 2 silver coins

I love miniature padlock and these are my favorite miniature padlock. I think that these were probably some project that apprentice locksmiths made as part of their training. However I am only guessing at that. Still, very cool.

 

This padlock seems to be slightly different from the others that I have seen and profiled in this blog which were made from three pence coins. This one is made from a four pence coin. Is this why the seller was asking for hundreds more Dollars than the others??? I do not see that as a reason to pay more and perhaps that is why this padlock did not sell.

Made of 2 Tiny English Victorian 4 pence "Groat" silver coins with steel inner parts. Beautiful top quality work went into making this sweetheart. This little gem of a lock is Victorian or Early Edwardian handwork. It is the smallest precision working lock I ever saw and if it was locked you would have to pick it or tear it up to open it. - eBay (22 Feb 2013)

This padlock had a 'Buy-it-now' price of $627.77 (Plus $7.75 Shipping) but failed to attract any takers.

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IRON & BRASS COMBINATION / KEY PADLOCK

Here is a second example of a very interesting French combination key padlock.

OFFERED IS AN IRON AND BRASS COMBINATION / KEYED PADLOCK. THIS LOCK MEASURES ABOUT 2 7/16" TALL AND WORKS PERFECTLY. THERE ARE TWO DIALS NUMBERED 0-9 THAT MUST BE SET CORRECTLY TO OPEN THE LOCK WITH THE KEY. I HAVE THE CODE AND THE LOCK WORKS GREAT AND IS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION. - eBay (11 Feb 2013)

This padlock had a high bid of $760 (Plus $6 Shipping).
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PERMUTATION LOCK CO. - BRASS 4 WHEELS COMBINATION PADLOCK

This is a very cool and apprantly very rare padlock.

This Permutation lock works perfectly, and is currently in the "open" position.

Made in Denver, Colorado. - eBay (15 Feb 2013)

This padlock had a high bid of $898 (Plus $6 Shipping).
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1904 worlds fair padlock

Here is another example of the nice 1904 World's Fair Padlock.

Good condition key works - eBay (2 March 2013)

This padlock had a high bid of $661 (Plus free Shipping).
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POLICE NIPPER EISAMAN & ROME HANDCUFFS PATD 1888 USA

Very nice set of police nippers.

HERE IS AN EXTREMELY RARE US MADE EISAMAN & ROME 1888 NICKEL OR CHROME POLICE NIPPER HAND CUFFS IN THE ORIGINAL BOX IN EXCELLENT. PERFECT WORKING CONDITION!!!! STAMPED ON THE SIDE EISAMAN & ROME PATD DEC. 11' 1888. THESE HANDCUFFS COME IN THE ORIGINAL BOX. PLATING IS PERFECT. LOOKS LIKE THEY WERE NEVER USED. - eBay (21 Jan 2013)

This set of nippers had a high bid of $919.77 (Plus $6.95 Shipping).
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BEAN GIANT 1887 Patent HANDCUFFS

The Bean Giant is an amazing set of handcuffs and a must-have for any serious handcuff collector. So someone had gotten a truly amazing deal on this set.

 

 

 

Very nice Bean Giant Cuffs 1887 Patent

No key. Same model Houdini used in his performances . Not the exact pair.

Great nickel cuffs. Rare and unique, Don't let these slip away. They have been in storage, dry and just now have seen day light since some time in the 1950's - eBay (5 Jan 2013)

This set of Bean Giant handcuffs had an amazingly low 'high' bid of $760 (Plus $11.14 Shipping).
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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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Paper Seal Padlock 19th Cent. | Cadenas | Vorhangeschloss | Clef Key

This is an interesting French seal padlock. It is an older version of one that I possess. It would have been nice to add this one to the collection, but it seems that someone wanted it more than I did.

Up for auction is a nice large antique Brass Paper Seal Padlock, France 19th Century. It is marked: ACCISES No 342 B. COLLIER CONSTRUCTEUR FOURNISSEUR DE L'ADMINISTRATION When the padlock is opened the paper seal inside will be damaged. The Padlock measures 4.9 Inches (12,5cm) High and 2.5 Inches (9cm) wide. The key is 2.2 Inches (5,5cm) long The Padlock is in overall good and used condition. It is also in a working condition. It weighs approx 717gr - eBay (24 Nov 12)

This seal padlock had a high bid of 400 British Pounds/$641 (Plus 15 Pounds Shipping).
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