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Solved mystery items4158 of 11807Old PulleyAny idea on how these were meant to be used? Dress clips or earrings?
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    Posted 8 years ago

    Promsfan
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    Please could someone tell me some information about these keys ?
    They have moveable end sections.
    Thank you.

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    Comments

    1. UncleRon UncleRon, 8 years ago
      Another idea how to make a "pick proof" lock. They go into a round hole on the front of a door or cabinet and the end drops down once it is in far enough. Then they are turned like an ordinary key; the slots in the hinged section must match the wards inside the lock.
    2. Promsfan Promsfan, 8 years ago
      Thank you so much UncleRon, most helpful.
    3. jasonkey, 8 years ago
      These are Solomon Henry Latch Keys.
    4. Promsfan Promsfan, 8 years ago
      Thank you for telling me this , jasonkey, sorry for the delay in answering, just seen your message in my spam file. Best wishes.

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