A very old and very unusual set of knuckles with an hardwood insert. The knuckles measure about 4 3/4" width X 2 1/2" height X 1/4" thick. The rectangular wooden insert, set into an hole through the grip and secured by a ferrous screw through the bottom of the base, measures about 2 3/4" width X 1/2" height X 3/4" thick. The set weighs slightly under 8 ounces and, save for the inset wood, has been coated to give it a subdued finish. Whilst obviously not a factory or a production piece, it is made exceptionally well, with all edges rounded. It is a comfortable, by any standards substantial set, a tribute to the craftsman who made it so many years ago.
Set of two-finger brass knuckles, with squared-off impact protrusions. Smooth, high-polish, mirror-finish surface. About 2 1/4" height X 2 1/2" across at the widest point X 1/4" thick.
Set of brass knuckles, cast from U.S. military shell casings. These were the product of a one-time, limited production run by the owner of a foundry located near a military base.
Another style of two-finger brass knuckles, this set is 3" overall height with 1 1/2" impact protrusions that taper to sharp points. Smooth, high-polish, mirror-finish surface.
This one-finger brass knuckle measures 2 1/8" width X 1 3/4" height and has an high-polish, mirror-finish surface. The top is double-bevelled to a sharp edge.
Set of brass knuckles in the true traditional pattern, with finely rounded finger rings. About as nice as one is likely to find. Smooth, high-polish, mirror-finish surface.
Aluminium knuckle-duster made by a craftsman in the U.S. Desert Southwest. It has a smooth, seamless finish with no sharp edges, measuring 5 1/2" width X 1/2" thick.
Jack Tanis, 614 Broome Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034-3837, USA Telephone: 904.261.4628 e-mail
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