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    Posted 10 years ago

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    This interesting item I bought at a car boot fair this weekend in North Yorkshire, England and have no idea what its use is or was. Its of steel construction with a brass type finish, it is approx 2" in diameter and the ring in the middle acts like a clockwork tensioner. It seems that when you turn the centre ring it tightens then banded drum. At one end there is a static hook and the other hook is attached to a steel band that is 1/2" across, this is what extends out under tension.

    The second picture shows the monogram which reads M (then a print of a cat) then G with the word 'Depose' which I believe to be French.

    I bought it because I just liked the look of it and it was cheap, only £5.00 Sterling.

    If anyone could cast any light on what this is I would be most greatfull.

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    1. jacko66, 10 years ago
      might be some kind of tool balance but they usually have cable in stead of metal band
      http://www.ebay.com/itm/Dayton-2Z372-5-Lb-Industrial-Tool-Balancer-NICE-/140990567779?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item20d3b15563

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