These pieces are in an GOOD, USED CONDITION-Padlock Graphic Design Relief is present and detailed.Insignia remains in a Good State and Lock has been utilised. Appropriate signs of Wear evident due to handling. Brass lock opens and closes well , when key is engaged. All necessary Cape Government & Military Markings are evident & legible. Casement & Bale are complete with Brass retention Lanyard. NOTE: KEY IS A MODERN REPLACEMENT. All other parts are original. Piece is Second-Hand.
ITEM HAS BEEN SUBJECT TO HANDLING/ EXPOSURE TO VARIED COMBAT CONDITIONS. SECURING KEY ENGAGES WELL - ALLOWING FOR LOCK TO BE OPENED & CLOSED.
PIECE IS OVER 125 YEARS OLD - AND HAS BEEN EXTENSIVELY UTILISED IN A COMBAT ZONE.
NOTE : KEY IS A MODERN REPLACEMENT.
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ORIGIN : Cape Government Railways (C.G.R)
COMPOSITION : Brass / Metallic Alloy
YEAR: 1899 -
TYPE: Large Railway Brass Padlock w/ Lanyard & Key
MODEL: Best Secure 5-Lever Safety Lock
ISSUE: War Department Acceptance Mark ( Crow's Foot / Broad Arrow).
DIMENSIONS: Lock Length - 12 cm .
Extended Length w/ Lanyard & Key - 40 cm.
MANUFACTURER: V & R, Blakemore. Birmingham. England.
INVENTORY NUMBER: 241.
TOTAL: 1 x Pcs.
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An EXCELLENT example of a RARE, Boer War Cape Government Railways Large Brass Padlock w/ Lanyard & Key. This piece appears to be in a VF + state of preservation, with detailed Relief on obverse. All insignia present. Appropriate Evidence of handling/ age-related wear is visible on surface. Toning will be noted - due to age and utilisation. All necessary Government & Military Nomenclature/ Acceptance markings are visible and legible. The Lock casement is complete with the securing bale intact. Internal mechanism is in good order , engaging well when Key is turned- allowing for opening and closure. Original Brass retention Lanyard is intact and securely attached to Padlock.
NOTE: THE SECURING KEY - IS A MODERN 20TU CENTURY REPLACEMENT , YET FUNCTIONS AS INTENDED.
This piece would have been utilised by members of the Cape Government Railways , formed in 1874 - and requisitioned for service in 1899 during the Second Anglo-Boer War. The C.G.R and personnel- facilitated the efficient transport of British Troops and necessary supplies throughout the Conflict - allowing for ease of movement and eventual success for Imperial Forces.
The ideal addition to any SA Boer War Era, Cape Government Railways/ Colonial memorabilia collection or display- for the enthusiast seeking a unique period piece for their assortment.
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