Iron Object

[ALAMOTX]

I found this iron object near a 1878 house.

I have no clue what it is?

Thanks

 

[trikikiwi]

Is the bit in the 'yellow' a crack in the iron, or a seam in folded metal?

Mike

 

[Lucas]

Part of a cast iron rim lock.

 

[72cheyenne]

Part of a cast iron rim lock.

Yep, I agree. Its the part that mounted on the door casing.

 

[Lucas]

DOOR CASING! I couldn't think of that name to save my life.

Thanks!

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

Part of a cast iron rim lock.

Another great ID Lucas.

 

[ALAMOTX]

How old do yall think it is?