✅ SOLVED Misc. Finds

[GDub62]

Just some things over the years that haven't been identified. Maybe some different eyes can help. Iron piece with little hole in it looks like part of a gun ,idk. Object I'm holding appears to be cast iron. One end is threaded and body had teeth of some sort. I know the one piece is probably a keyhole cover. Has "A. Thompson" on it. Other 2 1/2" x 3/8 is a solid chunk of lead. No idea about that one or the other 2 brass pieces. Thanks for looking

 

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[Gare]

Thank you for the extra pictures and and details

 

[ARC]

Even modern versions are made with no "spike"... or whatever.

Just a possibility... FOR>.. it it way too large for a padlock.

Here is a modern one you can buy... first search.... so with that said... yes MOST do have a peg ... errr or "spike" as Gare mentioned... but there are those that do not.

 

[GDub62]

I think: 29 is the top opening of a knife scabbard , 30 is a trigger. Those suggestions and $5 will get you a cup of coffee.

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[Sandog]

Had an old bayonet with leather scabbard that had a similar piece at the top to keep it open and protect the leather I suppose. I repeat "similar". I sure as heck have no expertise, not even a little knowledge, in this area. Just brought it to mind.

 

[GDub62]

Had an old bayonet with leather scabbard that had a similar piece at the top to keep it open and protect the leather I suppose. I repeat "similar". I sure as heck have no expertise, not even a little knowledge, in this area. Just brought it to mind.

Scabbard piece seems to be likely. I'll happily agree. Thanks sandog

 

[GDub62]

I agree on that one, a part of a pair, or a wick trimmer.
Pretty sure the item isn't a trigger.

Crushing my hopes on not being trigger but I'm not going to call it something it's not. Thanks for insight pepperj

 

[GDub62]

the round lead piece is most likely the weight from a clock pendulum. I agree with broken scissors or candle snuffer for the broken item. Can we see pics of both sides of the crescent shaped thing?

Crescent brass is plain on other side but I'll get pic when get home from work.

 

[fyrffytr1]

You are correct sir. Thanks for verification

Can you make out the lettering on it?

 

[GDub62]

Can you make out the lettering on it?

Has some kind of design on it . Then VR and A. Thompson

 

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[GDub62]

the round lead piece is most likely the weight from a clock pendulum. I agree with broken scissors or candle snuffer for the broken item. Can we see pics of both sides of the crescent shaped thing?

 

[delnorter]

https://www.hotstylingtoolguide.com/five-hot-combs-for-afro-hair-and-black-hair/​

This is part of a Hot Cold (aka: Pressing Comb) used to straighten black's hair

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I think this item is a digital caliper.

 

[GDub62]

I think this item is a digital caliper. View attachment 2049570

Like I tell my wife all the time "you're a genius". Haha

 

[dozer dan]

I believe this picture is an old rat tail comb minus the steel rat tail.

 

[GDub62]

I believe this picture is an old rat tail comb minus the steel rat tail. The thing that people are saying is a trigger looks too long to me. My guess would be a thumb latch for a door.

I can see both those ideas. Thanks for looking

 

[Fishin-4-a-Livin]

I can see both those ideas. Thanks for looking

I have a buddy who found a comb exactly like yours, except his has all the teeth.

It was found out on an old cotton plantation that later had share croppers living there.

I believe it is a hair straightener.

Similar…..

 

[GeoW]

Just some things over the years that haven't been identified. Maybe some different eyes can help. Iron piece with little hole in it looks like part of a gun ,idk. Object I'm holding appears to be cast iron. One end is threaded and body had teeth of some sort. I know the one piece is probably a keyhole cover. Has "A. Thompson" on it. Other 2 1/2" x 3/8 is a solid chunk of lead. No idea about that one or the other 2 brass pieces. Thanks for looking

Iron piece with little hole in it looks like part of a gun is half pair of scissors.

 

[creskol]

I have a buddy who found a comb exactly like yours, except his has all the teeth.

It was found out on an old cotton plantation that later had share croppers living there.

I believe it is a hair straightener.

Similar…..

..yup .. a hot comb (aka: pressing comb)

 

[GDub62]

I have a buddy who found a comb exactly like yours, except his has all the teeth.

It was found out on an old cotton plantation that later had share croppers living there.

I believe it is a hair straightener.

Similar…..

Thanks. Nice example

 

[Fishin-4-a-Livin]

..yup .. a hot comb (aka: pressing comb)

Wonder what’s the earliest that style was used?

 

[GDub62]

Iron piece with little hole in it looks like part of a gun is half pair of scissors.

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Iron piece with little hole in it looks like part of a gun is half pair of scissors.