Handcuff
Object number2011.127.99
Manufacturer
Thomas & Smith
Designer
Amos Eisaman
Designer
George Rome
Dateafter 1888
MediumMetal, (nickel?) plating
Credit LineGift of Pittsburgh Police Historical Association
DescriptionNippers. Straight handlebar with curved ends and a small switch in the center. Attached to a stem with a single pivoting claw.Dimensions0.5 x 3.625 x 5.187 in. (1.3 x 9.2 x 13.2 cm)Historical NotesAmos Eisaman and George Rome patented a design for police nippers in 1888. This set was manufactured by Thomas & Smith. Part of the Pittsburgh Police Historical Association collection.
Related institution
Pittsburgh Bureau of Police
On View
On view
Smith & Wesson
Smith & Wesson
after 1879
