Dug up this old latch, outside outlaw hideouts,Arizona

[motel6.5]

Any locksmiths or history buffs out there know if its is a door or chest type latch, thanks in advance for imput.

 

[Gambrinus]

It looks like part of a t-post for fencing.

 

[buck8point]

Exactly what that is...

 

[motel6.5]

Thanks for your help{Gambrinus}, I did spot some downed and cut fence lines.

 

[IMAUDIGGER]

Good example of the power of imagination (and interest in history).

 

[Tom_in_CA]

Good example of the power of imagination (and interest in history).

What ? you mean it's not ... of necessity .... a proof positive of an outlaw treasure ? :/

 

[claypile]

hmm i wonder what it is.