For Sale - HIATT Cap Wrist Lock Cuff - For Chain Gang

I am selling this awsome Hiatt Cap Wrist Lock.

Listing here: eBay Link 

Go check out my other auctions.

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Unique German Restraint

This is a very cool hand restraint that was listed on eBay Germany's site.

Sie bieten hier auf eine Art Handschellen,genauer gesagt glaube ich es handelt sich hier um Überführungshandschellen.

Das Teil ist massiv aus Stahl gearbeitet und der Hüftgurt ( Lederriemen )sieht auch robust aus ,ich denke das Teil ist bestimmt 20-30 Jahre alt.

Kauf von Privat , ohne Garantie und ohne Umtauschrecht - eBay (5 Nov 2011)

Here is an uncorrected Google Translation:

You are bidding on a kind of handcuffs, more precisely, I believe it is here to transfer handcuffs.

The part is machined from solid steel and the waist strap (leather) looks tough, I think the part is determined 20-30 years old.

Buying private, with no guarantee and no right to exchange

This restraint had a high bid of 301 Euros (Plus 9.70 Euros Shipping). Not a bad price I think. Actually, I think this was a very good deal.

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Very Rare - Elias Richard Handcuffs

There are a couple types of handcuffs that seem to only come up for auction about once a year. Here is one of those times:

Extremely rare Elias Richards handcuff. The first known handcuff to be produced in the United States. For history buffs, the Elias Richards handcuff was said to have been used on John Brown in 1859 on his way to his execution. These cuffs are in wonderful working condition. There is light rust on them that makes them look their age. There is an ever so slight twist in the key. On each of the bows on the hinge side is ER 161. No reserve. - eBay (11 April 09)

This set of rare handcuffs sold for $6,101 (Plus $5.70 Shipping). That might be a high price for a handcuff auction for this year on eBay, barring any surprise listings. At any rate, it will be one of the highest for the year.

Here are a couple of photos the buyer, The Lars Holst Restraint Collection, sent to me for sharing. they are in great shape, considering how old they are:

Thanks much to Lars for the photos!
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Finnish Kakola Handcuffs

These are very rare handcuffs indeed, made in a Finnish prison, you can imagine that there are not many laying around:

Here is a picture of the locking mechanism:

One or the rarer versions of the Kakola handcuffs went up for auction in 2008. It went for $5,432! (Not that your set would go for that much. There are many factors that determine the price.)

Images thoughtfully provided by Lars Holst who has one of the world's rarest (and coolest) handcuff collections. See his site at The Lars Holst Restraint Collection for more handcuff and other restraint photos.

Feel free to email me if you have and Kakola handcuff photos that you would like to share!

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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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Vintage Prison Cell Door Lock Padlock & Key Yuma Type

An interesting Jail lock:

For your consideration we have a very nice condition prison door lock and key. It was labeled when I acquired it, "Yuma Type Cell Lock". Excellent working condition. The lock measures 9" x 5 7/8" x 1 1/4". Lock and key have been very nicely mounted on wood for display. This one is ready for your collection. - eBay

This lock sold for $113.61 (Plus $36.40 Shipping).
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Jail Prison Lock Set - Folger Adam

I have a similar lock. Not sure what I plan to do with it, but I am sure that I will find a use for it once I own my own home. Maybe use it as a lock to what will be the door to my home office.

folger adam lock/key set...joliet ill......u s only..paypal..10.00 s/h.... - eBay

This lock sold via 'Buy-it-Now' for $135 (Plus $10 Shipping).
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