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Thanks for the additional info -

I noticed you called it a skeleton key. It is likely a lever lock key blank. Could be a warded key blank but doubtful being a 1865 patent. Yes it...

The M&W Co folding bronze keys I have seen all have a patent 1869. My key does not which I assume means it may pre-date the patent?? Thoughts

Well done finding the name of the lock, Gary. I did my best but came up empty handed. It certainly is an unusual design, I wish I could find more...

Just when you think you've seen it all ! unusual design with those half round scoops and on such a large key bit turning the plug within a separate...

Working miniature with opening and closing door

Hiya Gary yes i think the guarded Tann is only 6-lever

some beautiful stuff, is the Tann guarded lever a 6 lever lock?

Chers Quinvi is the maker I think

Those are interesting keys, Gary. I am unable to identify the manufacturer of the lock, but did find that these locks are used at Brest prison in...

Hi Doug, This is the first time I’ve logged in or posted in a long while. I remember when I first joined here, back when Paul was running...

more lock pics

William Bacon safe

Well good luck on finding a dial for that lock. The wheels should be marked with the numbers for the dial used with your lock. I see there were...

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Chubb, Parsons, Walkers, Barrons

Patent cabinet, till, box etc- Chubb, Josh Taunton, Bramah

Patent powderproof safe locks- Milners, Bates, Tann, George Price

Large working boltwork display doors to tiny key-rings A few are currently in bits being cleaned/repaired and are not pictured

Desktop miniatures- Chubb, Tann, Corliss, Rosengrens, Milners

Handmade Exhibition/Show keys and uncut steel blanks- a handful of typical sizes from the box

Also forgot powderproof Ratner changeable locks, a few Milners Powderproof type B's (pin and pipe), antique 1920s cast iron Yale combination safe...

Cheers Daniel reply sent

Thank you. I've pm'd you.