Handcuff
Object number2011.127.88 a,b
Manufacturer
The Peerless Handcuff Company
Dateafter 1914
OriginSpringfield, MA
MediumMetal, (nickel?) plating
Credit LineGift of Pittsburgh Police Historical Association
DescriptionNickel(?)-plated handcuffs with key.Dimensionsa) 9.00" x 2.50" x 0.25"b) 1.75" x 0.50"
InscriptionsGreen tag attached that reads: "NP0466 / 6-29-05".
Marks(a)
Stamped on one cuff: "THE PEERLESS HANDCUFF Co. / SPRINGFIELD, MA."
Stamped on reverse of cuff is: "PATENT / 1531451-1872857 / MADE IN U.S.A."
Historical NotesThe Peerless Handcuff Company was founded in 1914 by James Milton Gill in the city of Springfield, Massachusetts. Gill purchased George Carney's patent for a swing through self locking handcuff. This new design gave officers a significant advantage since it was easily applied and could restrain both hands. Part of the Pittsburgh Police Historical Association collection.
Related institution
Pittsburgh Bureau of Police
Terms
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Smith & Wesson
Smith & Wesson
after 1879