For Sale: Rare Adams Adjustable Handcuff – 1862 Patent – Excellent Condition
Offered here is a rare Adams adjustable handcuff, recognized as the first adjustable handcuff patented in the U.S. patent system (1862) — a landmark piece in American restraint history.
Maker: Adams
Patent: 1862 – first U.S. patented adjustable handcuff
Condition: Excellent overall
Finish: Approx. 85% original nickel plating
Adjustment: 8-notch ratchet configuration
Key: Includes working key
Functionality: Operates smoothly and mechanically correct
An important early American innovation that helped shape the evolution of modern adjustable restraints.
Please see pics for overall condition.
I’m always interested in purchasing individual handcuffs or complete collections, and I usually have other items not pictured — please inquire.
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More cuffs and info available.
For Sale: Rare Adams Adjustable Handcuff – 1862 Patent – Excellent Condition
Offered here is a rare Adams adjustable handcuff, recognized as the first adjustable handcuff patented in the U.S. patent system (1862) — a landmark piece in American restraint history.
Maker: Adams
Patent: 1862 – first U.S. patented adjustable handcuff
Condition: Excellent overall
Finish: Approx. 85% original nickel plating
Adjustment: 8-notch ratchet configuration
Key: Includes working key
Functionality: Operates smoothly and mechanically correct
An important early American innovation that helped shape the evolution of modern adjustable restraints.
Please see pics for overall condition.
I’m always interested in purchasing individual handcuffs or complete collections, and I usually have other items not pictured — please inquire.
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More cuffs and info available.
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