Extremely Rare Griffin Plug 8 Handcuffs + Left-Handed Thread

$350.00

For Sale: Griffin Left-Hand Threaded Plug 8 Handcuff – Early 1800s – Very Rare

Offered here is an extremely rare Griffin Plug 8 handcuff with left-hand threaded key, dating to the early 1800s. Griffin is widely regarded as England’s earliest known handcuff maker, making original left-hand threaded examples especially scarce.

  • Maker: Griffin

  • Era: Early 19th century

  • Type: Plug 8 handcuff

  • Key: Original left-hand threaded key included

  • Condition: Excellent for age; functions as intended

Optional Add-On:
An additional single plug leg/ankle shackle is available to accompany this cuff.
• Also left-hand threaded
No key
$100 if purchased
• Optional — not required to purchase the Plug 8 handcuff

A rare opportunity to acquire an early Griffin left-hand threaded restraint, with the option to pair it with a matching ankle shackle.

Please see pics for overall condition.

I’m always interested in purchasing individual handcuffs or complete collections of jail jewelry — feel free to reach out.


More cuffs and info available.

For Sale: Griffin Left-Hand Threaded Plug 8 Handcuff – Early 1800s – Very Rare

Offered here is an extremely rare Griffin Plug 8 handcuff with left-hand threaded key, dating to the early 1800s. Griffin is widely regarded as England’s earliest known handcuff maker, making original left-hand threaded examples especially scarce.

  • Maker: Griffin

  • Era: Early 19th century

  • Type: Plug 8 handcuff

  • Key: Original left-hand threaded key included

  • Condition: Excellent for age; functions as intended

Optional Add-On:
An additional single plug leg/ankle shackle is available to accompany this cuff.
• Also left-hand threaded
No key
$100 if purchased
• Optional — not required to purchase the Plug 8 handcuff

A rare opportunity to acquire an early Griffin left-hand threaded restraint, with the option to pair it with a matching ankle shackle.

Please see pics for overall condition.

I’m always interested in purchasing individual handcuffs or complete collections of jail jewelry — feel free to reach out.


More cuffs and info available.