Handcuff
Object number2011.127.281 a,b
Manufacturer
The Peerless Handcuff Company
Date1915-1925
OriginSpringfield, MA
MediumMetal, nickel plating, leather
Credit LineGift of Pittsburgh Police Historical Association
DescriptionLeather handcuff case with nickel-plated handcuffs.Dimensionsa) L: 9.25" W: 2.75"b) L: 5.50" W: 0.437"
Marks(b)
Text on each cuff "THE PEERLESS HANDCUFF CO / SPRINGFIELD, MASS."
"79835" on bottom of one cuff.
"PAT.-PAT. PENDING / 1157135-1161562-1531451 / MADE IN U.S.A." on reverse of each cuff.
"TRADE MARK / REGISTERED" around three waves inscribed in a circle on one cuff.
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
On View
On view
Smith & Wesson
Smith & Wesson
after 1879