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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 could be from prior to receiving the patent but...
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 information regarding the mechanism of the lock. ...
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 cylinder. A good way of achieving the level of...
Any collectors of key pistols / jailer's keys / gun keys (whatever you want to call them),I'm guessing more likely in USA than over here. Have a few decorative non-firing repros somewhere, but can't...
Miniature York style door with opening and closing door
Thanks for the additional info -
Mallory Wheeler & Co Folding...