For Sale: ANTIQUE 1904 MATTATUCK HANDCUFFS - HOUDINI SECRET!
Harry Houdini wanted so badly to join the US Army during WW1, but at the time they said he was too old and Houdini came up with an idea, he would teach our boys how to escape handcuffs should they ever have them locked up on their own wrists.
Houdini used at the time an interesting handcuff, the Mattatuck and showed how even with the keyholes sealed shut you could still escape.
We obviously wont go into details here about how that happened or the exploit of the lock involved, but its magical.
This Mattatuck handcuff is very good condition and comes with a working key.
Please see pics for description
Rare Vintage Handcuffs For Sale Now: American and German Antique Handcuffs
--I'm offering several pair of Rare Vintage Handcuffs-- Please pass this along to anyone who might have an interest thanks!
Bean Giant - Houdini got famous with this legendary handcuff. There was a reward to anyone who could escape from it, a very young Houdini did and they would not pay him the reward because Houdini would not divulge his method!
This is the earlier version of the Bean Giant, It is stamped Pat. Nov. '87 on the back The cuff is in an open position, the locks need to be cleaned.
There is no key. Price: $300.00 OBO =================
Deutsche Polizei - This is a hard to find cuff in this configuration, it has double lock activating levers on the back of the handcuffs. It is the later model of a famous handcuff that dates back to the 1940s It is in excellent condition and has the original key.
Price: $200.00 OBO ==================
Bean Prison - The heavy version of the world-famous Bean handcuff. This is another handcuff invented by Capt. Bean who invented the famous Bean Giant. This cuff is in good condition. It has the patent dates 1884 stamped around the clevis. It has a working key.
Price: $200.00 OBO =================
Horst Moabit - Transport Belt, exceedingly rare. This item is in excellent plus condition and has the original key!
Price: $700.00 OBO
VINTAGE RARE HANDCUFFS FOR SALE: CIVIL WAR & OLD WEST SHERIFF'S SHACKLES FOR SALE
[FOR SALE]
*FINAL PRICE REDUCTION IF NO SALE, THEY WILL BE RETIRED - RARE ANTIQUE CIVIL WAR & WESTERN 1880's SHERIFF'S HANDCUFFS
Where to find old handcuffs?
From the collection of noted handcuff expert and Best Living Escape Artist Michael Griffin
For Sale:
Antique Western Handcuffs ca. 1880's
Antique Civil War Handcuffs ca. 1860's
*Not reproductions
Both are Excellent working condition & come with a key.
The old west handcuff is a Tower Double Lock
The Civil War handcuff is a Thompson Darby style
I have tried to show items by including multiple views of each see pics for condition.
$200.00 FOR BOTH OR, $125 ea.
#americancivilwar
#oldwest #westernsheriff
FOR SALE WITH KEYS: RARE ANTIQUE HANDCUFFS CIVIL WAR TO 1880'S
FOR SALE: [WITH KEYS] - VARIOUS RARE COLLECTABLE ANTIQUE HANDCUFFS FOR SALE NOW
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I MICHAEL GRIFFIN AM LIQUIDATING A PRIVATE COLLECTION OF SOME RARE HANDCUFFS. I am giving descriptions of each below and attaching corresponding pictures with the name of handcuffs at the top of each pic to help with identification.
** THESE HAVE KEYS, I LISTED THESE BEFORE WITHOUT KEYS**
PLEASE FEEL FREE TO ASK ANY QUESTIONS BECAUSE I AM UNDER TIME CONSTRAINTS TO MOVE THESE - DON'T BE SHY!
I WILL ENTERTAIN REASONABLE OFFERS! AND, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO SHARE THIS TO ANYONE YOU THINK MAY HAVE AN INTEREST. THANK YOU - MICHAEL
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MALTBY AUTOMATIC HANDCUFF 1901 COMPLETE W/KEY
Awesome one of a kind invention sold as "they save a hand" because the officer kept them opened. When the trigger hit the prisoner's wrist they would slam shut!
This pair is in excellent working condition, springs are strong and comes with a key
Price $225.00 OBO
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IVER JOHNSON EARLY BARREL KEY MODEL 1884 W/KEY
There is a lot of history in this style of handcuff. The famous firearms manufacturer Iver Johnson made police equipment in the 1800's. This style of handcuff proved exceptionally popular with police because it could be locked open and when around the wrists of the prisoner the buttons on the side pushed and the cuff would be solidly locked.
These were made in different weights and had model names; Patrolman and Prison and were known as Bean, but all Beans were made by Iver Johnson.
This item is in excellent plus condition and perfect working order and with key
Price $200.00 OBO
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CIVIL WAR THOMPSON NON-ADJUSTABLE HANDCUFF W/KEY
During the darkest days of the United States history the Civil war tore us apart and to the core. Prisoners had to be restrained and due to the large overwhelming numbers of handcuffs needed the bulk of them came from overseas and one of the leading companies was Thompson.
This is a wonderful example of the Thompson non-adjustable darby pattern handcuffs. The handcuffs work perfectly and come complete with key.
Price $ 150.00 OBO
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PLEASE ASK QUESTIONS OR MAKE OFFERS. THANKS
ANTIQUE HANDCUFFS FOR SALE: VARIOUS RARE HANDCUFFS 1880'S VINTAGE RESTRAINTS
FOR SALE - VARIOUS RARE COLLECTABLE ANTIQUE HANDCUFFS
I AM LIQUIDATING A PRIVATE COLLECTION OF SOME RARE HANDCUFFS. I am giving descriptions of each below and attaching corresponding pictures with the name of handcuffs at the top of each pic to help with identification.
** These handcuffs work perfectly I have tested them with my keys, however, they don't have keys. I can send pics of keys if you want to cut one yourself, because of this I am offering these well below market.**
PLEASE FEEL FREE TO ASK ANY QUESTIONS BECAUSE I AM UNDER TIME CONSTRAINTS TO MOVE THESE - DON'T BE SHY!
I WILL ENTERTAIN REASONABLE OFFERS! AND, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO SHARE THIS TO ANYONE YOU THINK MAY HAVE AN INTEREST. THANK YOU - MICHAEL
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MALTBY AUTOMATIC HANDCUFF 1901:
Awesome one of a kind invention sold as "they save a hand" because the officer kept them opened. When the trigger hit the prisoner's wrist they would slam shut!
This pair is in excellent working condition, springs are strong.
Price $200.00 OBO
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IVER JOHNSON EARLY BARREL KEY MODEL 1884:
There is a lot of history in this style of handcuff. The famous firearms manufacturer Iver Johnson made police equipment in the 1800's. This style of handcuff proved exceptionally popular with police because it could be locked open and when around the wrists of the prisoner the buttons on the side pushed and the cuff would be solidly locked.
These were made in different weights and had model names; Patrolman and Prison and were known as Bean, but all Beans were made by Iver Johnson.
This item is in excellent plus condition and perfect working order.
Price $200.00 OBO
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PLEASE ASK QUESTIONS OR MAKE OFFERS. THANKS
FOR SALE: VARIOUS RARE HANDCUFFS - WESTERN, GERMAN, USA, FRENCH
FOR SALE:
I AM LIQUIDATING A PRIVATE COLLECTION OF SOME RARE HANDCUFFS. I am giving descriptions of each below and attaching corresponding pictures with the name of handcuffs at the top of each pic to help with identification.
PLEASE FEEL FREE TO ASK ANY QUESTIONS BECAUSE I AM UNDER TIME CONSTRAINTS TO MOVE THESE - DONT BE SHY!
I WILL ENTERTAIN REASONABLE OFFERS! AND, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO SHARE THIS TO ANYONE YOU THINK MAY HAVE AN INTEREST. THANK YOU - MICHAEL
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BERLINER:
EXTREMELY RARE BERLINER HANDCUFFS 1880’S
For the serious collector
One of the rarest handcuffs ever, The Berliner, the name was coined by Houdini during his first tour of Europe. He stated that most handcuffs with this shape come from and near the town of Berlin, hence they have become known as Berliners.
This model was made by the company MUEHLENFELD for Prisons. It is a very restrictive pattern and even with the key escape is almost impossible.
This specimen is in perfect mechanical condition and comes with a key.
This is a RARE OPPORTUNITY to add a truly top tier historical item to any serious collection of Restraints, Houdini Memorabilia, Locks and Magic History.
Price $1700.00 OBO
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FRENCH CHAIN BERLINER HANDCUFFS:
RARE FRENCH BERLINER CHAIN HANDCUFFS 1870'S W/KEY
Not much is known about these. They follow the Berliner pattern which probably originated in Germany and the French cuffs commonly used a chain link configuration to ensure tighter fits upon the wrists. This set comes complete with the original key and both the cuffs and the key retain the original patina from over 150 years. The cuffs are in perfect working order. Please see pics for details.
THESE ARE VERY RARE AND WILL BE A CENTERPIECE IN A HANDCUFF COLLECTION THESE WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE LONG!
Price $750.00 OBO
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IRISH 8 STEEL HANDCUFFS:
Early English Figure 8 Handcuffs Non-Adjustable w/Original Key
This is a solid made Figure 8 restrictive pattern handcuff from the 1880s made by Hiatt in England. Hiatt started producing handcuffs in the 1700s. This set came from a well respected long-time handcuff collector and does include the paperwork he sketched about the day and location of his purchase of them.
They are the original polished grey patina and are in perfect working order. They are stamped 3 indicating the size.
Price $200.00 OBO
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FIRST MODEL BEAN 1899 HANDCUFFS:
The very first model of what would become one of the World's most popular handcuff designs of all time and featured around the Globe.
What sets this apart and really drives home its rarity is
The removable lock insert is actually a bit thicker than the handcuff body proper, this was later made flush in following models. There is no indentation around lock release button, it is just flat and all later versions featured the hollowed out area to aide in operation. The stamping is curved around the keyway. later models don't have it in this position.
The cuff is in great working condition. It is a must-have in the collection of American Handcuffs
Price $300.00 OBO
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GERMAN TOWER HANDCUFFS:
Antique Western Handcuffs ca. 1880's
I sold another pair last week, this set is in excellent plus condition
Excellent working condition comes with a key.
Scarce sideways keyhole version
Probably German made
Price $250.00 OBO
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NICKEL FIGURE 8 HANDCUFFS
This set is from the 1880's It is not marked other than a faint something that I can't make out. it is almost 100% nickel plated and a fantastic piece comes with orig key.
Price $250.00 OBO
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PLEASE ASK QUESTIONS OR MAKE OFFERS. THANKS
ANTIQUE HANDCUFFS FOR SALE: RARE MUEHLENFELD BERLINER HOUDINI FAVORITES
One of the rarest handcuffs ever, The Berliner, the name was coined by Houdini during his first tour of Europe. He stated that most handcuffs with this shape come from and near the town of Berlin, hence they have become known as Berliners.
This model was made by the company MUEHLENFELD for Prisons. It is a very restrictive pattern and even with the key escape is almost impossible.
This specimen is in perfect mechanical condition and comes with (we believe) the original key.
This is a RARE OPPORTUNITY to add a truly top tier historical item to any serious collection of Restraints, Houdini Memorabilia , Locks and Magic History.
Lots of Antique Handcuffs for sale
We buy and sell Jail Jewelry
Jail Jewelry is on sale! We have reduced some prices on some old antique collectible handcuffs, leg irons and shackles ranging from the Civil War days to the early part of the 1900's.
Please take a look around and if you see something you like let us know.
Thank you to all handcuff, leg iron, padlock and lock collectors.
RARE ANTIQUE FBI SUPER SECURITY HANDCUFFS FOR SALE: 1930'S
FOR SALE: RARE - FBI HIDDEN KEYWAY SUPER SECURITY HANDCUFFS 1934 patent
FBI Super Security Hidden Keyway These are the 2nd model which as an added security measure were manufactured with a milled groove on the side of the handcuff's bows. This was designed to prevent "spreading" the cuffs apart.
These handcuffs patented in 1934 and used exclusively for the FBI are the strongest handcuffs ever manufactured and when in place on the wrist are designed that the keyway is hidden from sight and entrance blocked. The cuffs are in excellent working condition and come with a key. Please see pics for more info.
Add this to your collection.
Hey, know someone who might be interested? please forward to them.
Thank you
Michael Griffin Escape Artist
RARE ANTIQUE HANDCUFFS FOR SALE: CIVIL WAR
FOR SALE: RARE 1862 CIVIL WAR PROVIDENCE TOOL CO HANDCUFFS $100.00
For Sale is a good condition set of Non-Adjustable Handcuffs made during the Civil War by Providence Tool Company of Providence, RI. The Cuffs are in good condition The cuffs come with a makeshift key device. simply insert and rotate slightly and pull out.
Add this to your collection.
Hey, know someone who might be interested? please forward to them.
Thank you
Michael Griffin Escape Artist
FOR SALE WW2 US NAVY SURPLUS LEG IRONS NEW IN BOX
FOR SALE: WW2 US NAVY SURPLUS LEG IRONS NEW IN BOX
WW2 US NAVY SURPLUS LEG IRONS NEW IN BOX
Harvard Leg Irons New In Box w/ key. Boxed stamped US Navy insignia indicating it to be sold as surplus.
This is a wonderful example of old WW2 vintage Leg Irons as made for the US Navy by Harvard Lock Company.
This is a rare hard to find item in it’s original 70 plus years old box.
The Leg Irons are in excellent plus working condition, they have a few surface rust areas which is to be expected with the age.
The Leg Irons come with an original key and work perfectly.
The Box is in very good condition.
Add this to your collection.
Hey, know someone who might be interested? please forward to them.
Thank you
Michael Griffin Escape Artist
🔗🔒 For Sale: Vintage Turkish Elbow Restraints – Brutal, Rare, and Fully Functional 🔒🔗
Offered here is a rare and grim artifact—vintage Turkish elbow restraints, designed for maximum control and minimum comfort.
Constructed from whatever materials were available, often with reclaimed bolts used for links
Designed to bind the arms behind the back while hands were restrained forward, making breathing incredibly difficult
A barbaric design, used only briefly in history—but this set survives in excellent condition, and it functions well
A haunting reminder of extreme restraint methods and a standout addition to any serious collection.
📩 Contact us today to add this rare piece to your collection!
🔔 I’m always interested in purchasing individual handcuffs or complete collections of jail jewelry! If you or someone you know may be interested, please pass this along. Thank you!