I know everyone here has an interest in watches but I was wondering if any might also have an interest in mechanical locks. These are something I have collected since my early 20's when old Georgian Dublin houses were being replaced by modern carbunkles . Just thought I would tread the water gently and show one of my favourites. It's a very large Sengpiels padlock dating from the 1900's I think. Looking forward to any and all replies.

 

What an interesting side line, I have always admired old locks and all the hand work that was involved.

 

When you said "vintage locks" I thought you were referring to hair styles.

 

In Australia the above look is modern.

 

FIFY

Commonly known as the Werribee Mullet

 

If you have any from the Georgian houses, please show them! I like quality metalwork of any sort, a sadly underappreciated field of artistry. Many years ago I had a beautiful door lock c. 1790 with a brass plate cut out in the shape of foliage and bees. No pics as this was well before digital photography. I sold it for what seemed a handsome profit at the time but money soon evaporates and I'd rather have kept the lock...

 

Hasnt that been a popular style there for decades?