Gun Collectors Dream Auction 65
Lot 266:
Immerse yourself in railroad history with two vintage Adlake padlocks, each bearing unique markings and a sense of nostalgia. The first, a Vintage Adlake K16 Railroad Switch Padlock, features the number 87 on a rivet, an imprint of MO PAC, and PAT 2040482 on the back. The K16 is proudly imprinted on the hook. The second, another Adlake padlock, boasts the number 77 on the rivet, a distinctive diamond-shaped imprint on the hook, and the letter B. These padlocks, though without keys, are symbolic artifacts from a time when railroads were the lifelines of transportation. The intricate markings and numbers tell stories of specific uses and locations within the vast railroad network. As you hold these Vintage Adlake padlocks, envision the journeys they’ve witnessed, the switches they’ve secured, and the role they played in the railroad’s intricate dance. Whether displayed as collector’s items or integrated into a vintage-inspired decor, these padlocks stand as silent witnesses to a golden era of railroads and innovation.
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