140 years in some very forgiving dirt..

[mglentz4125]

My typical old padlocks are usually unearthed as a solid mass of rusted iron but this one was found on the upper parts of a fairly dry, sandy hill. After a half day of penetrating-oil, brief electrolysis and a good flushing and I got it to unlock / lock (as the locking mechanism is barely grabbing so with some pressure can get back open without the key). Even the lock-cover swings.

If anyone recognizes the maker please let me know.

 

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[CreakyDigger]

That looks great!

 

[Florida Finder]

Awesome old find! Are there any designs or initials on the lock swing cover?

 

[mglentz4125]

Awesome old find! Are there any designs or initials on the lock swing cover?

There is some fancy design but other than that nothing!

 

[mglentz4125]

I gave it a 140 year estimate only because everything on the site is dated between 1860s to 1890. Could be a few years older or a few years younger.

 

[crashbandicoot]

Very pretty,ornate.Nice old style workmanship.Good job on the resto!

 

[Hunk-a-lead]

wow, great save and she cleaned up beautifully. well done

 

[Doubter in MD]

That is really cool! I have no guess as to age, other than "old" but thank you for posting it. I love seeing stuff like this.

 

[Silvermonkey]

What a neat old lock! Congrats!

 

[E-Trac-Ohio]

Nice one !

 

[Trezurehunter]

That is a great looking old padlock. You cleaned it up nicely.

 

[Digger RJ]

My typical old padlocks are usually unearthed as a solid mass of rusted iron but this one was found on the upper parts of a fairly dry, sandy hill. After a half day of penetrating-oil, brief electrolysis and a good flushing and I got it to unlock / lock (as the locking mechanism is barely grabbing so with some pressure can get back open without the key). Even the lock-cover swings.

If anyone recognizes the maker please let me know.

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Nice!!! Cool Old Lock!!! Congrats!!!