An interesting handcuff
 

I have paid a significant amount for this thing. All the money went for its age ... assuming it is not a modern example. I know they were still in use in the fifties, those now selling out there for a few bucks.
Called 'come along', derived from the 'twister' which, as the name reveals, could be used in such manner that, the level of cruelty that could be achieved, caused its abolition here and there .
Apparently this type of device has its origin in early ages.
The model used for the pratice picture was my better half; you should see her expression during the photo session . :eek:

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Definitely old, Fernando--those links appear individually hand-welded.

I've never seen...ahem, restraints like this before, but I agree that they do appear very old. 19th c? Like nothing we used over here in the States. I've seen slave shackles, Old West handcuffs and even handled old magician/escape artist cuffs, but nothing like this.

Very interesting old restraint you have there Fernando but I do have a couple of questions on it. Are the s-hooks that attach the chain to the ends original? It seems odd to me that they would have used these on both ends of a welded chain unless they were for adjustment purposes and that would require that at least one would not be crimped shut. Now for the he last and more important question. How is it that after putting this on you dear wife that you are still able to type? :eek:

Best,
Robert

Credits given to all of you, Gentlemen.
Indeed the chain links are hand-welded, bt not the end ones; which later made some handcuff expert out there detrmine this was a replacement.
He also said this is a 1930-50 example which, if being true, is rather frustrating for me, as i have bought (& paid) this thing based on its apparent (and publicized) antiquity. I am left with the replacement chain being an older part . :shrug: .
... still i think the said expert was rather skeptical and too quick in judging; the grips definitely look older than from the 20th century.

Yes Mark, early 20th century versions of these 'come alongs' were also used in the States in some areas, as i have read after some general searching.

No Robert, i first typed the text and then i put the cuff on her wrist; still only on the next day i afforded to submit the post, pressing the button with the less damaged finger . :eek:

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Fernando,

Check out Clemen & Jung ( trade name Clejuso ) of Soligen.

They apparently made similar from the mid 19th century.

Regards
Roy