old brass English lock part

[Moe (fl)]

I think they are made of brass. The marking reads "CARPENTER PATENTEE".

Put dime for size comparison.

Any idea?

thanks.

 

[Moe (fl)]

Re: old brass (measuring) tool?

I just found it. It is part of an old English Carpenter Lock.

 

[Breezie]

http://www.watneys.com/collectables/locksandkeys/rimlocks/

Here ya go! Breezie