Handle?

[mainer]

I have no idea what this is. Im thinking maybe a handle of some type? I dont have a clue as to what its made of? All I do know is that its heavy for its size, and a magnet doesnt stick too it. This came from a colonial site so I am guessing its that time period. It measures about 4 inches. Thanks for any clues.

Mainer

 

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[Tony in SC]

Looks like a handle for an old gas valve. Tony

 

[Silver Searcher]

I think it's a handle from a toy pistol, I have one similar somewere bit like this one but I could be wrong

SS

 

[AU24K]

WAG...golf club head?

Scott

 

[mainer]

I had a thought at one time that it may have went to a gun, but I am not sure. This thing is solid and heavy. I'm not sure, but is defenitly a possability. Thanks for the suggestions.

Mainer

 

[Breezie]

I don't think it is a handle from a toy gun because all handles similar to that were on Cast Iron cap guns. Actually it looks like it is made out of lead to me, and it seems I can see some script on the top. We need a closer/clearer pic of that area. I think Tony is in the right ball park, although it resembles more of a lead hot/cold handle on an antique pedestal sink. Breezie

 

[mainer]

I'll go look Breezie with my loop if it says anything I will post another pic. I dont think it does, I think thats just the design but I will look to be sure. Thank you.

Mainer

 

[Silver Searcher]

I don't think it is a handle from a toy gun because all handles similar to that were on Cast Iron cap guns. Actually it looks like it is made out of lead to me, and it seems I can see some script on the top. We need a closer/clearer pic of that area. I think Tony is in the right ball park, although it resembles more of a lead hot/cold handle on an antique pedestal sink. Breezie

I wasn't talking about a modern cap gun I was refering to toy guns made in the 1800s, these had lead handles.

SS

 

[mainer]

Heres a couple close up pic of some writing it was right above where you pointed out breezie. Cant make out what it says but it looks like S_ _ S to me? Let me know what you think.

Mainer

 

[Breezie]

I don't think it is a handle from a toy gun because all handles similar to that were on Cast Iron cap guns. Actually it looks like it is made out of lead to me, and it seems I can see some script on the top. We need a closer/clearer pic of that area. I think Tony is in the right ball park, although it resembles more of a lead hot/cold handle on an antique pedestal sink. Breezie

I wasn't talking about a modern cap gun I was refering to toy guns made in the 1800s, these had lead handles.

SS

I wasn't talking about modern cap guns either. Cap Guns made in the 1800's were Cast Iron. I've never seen one made from lead, but would love to see a pic of the one. Is the one you have lead? Breezie

 

[Breezie]

Heres a couple close up pic of some writing it was right above where you pointed out breezie. Cant make out what it says but it looks like S_ _ S to me? Let me know what you think.

Mainer

Does it say "SAW"? Maybe it is an old handle to a coping saw. Breezie

 

[Silver Searcher]

I don't think it is a handle from a toy gun because all handles similar to that were on Cast Iron cap guns. Actually it looks like it is made out of lead to me, and it seems I can see some script on the top. We need a closer/clearer pic of that area. I think Tony is in the right ball park, although it resembles more of a lead hot/cold handle on an antique pedestal sink. Breezie

I wasn't talking about a modern cap gun I was refering to toy guns made in the 1800s, these had lead handles.

SS

I wasn't talking about modern cap guns either. Cap Guns made in the 1800's were Cast Iron. I've never seen one made from lead, but would love to see a pic of the one. Is the one you have lead? Breezie

The one posted above has a lead handle, so does the one I have.

SS

 

[Breezie]

I don't think it is a handle from a toy gun because all handles similar to that were on Cast Iron cap guns. Actually it looks like it is made out of lead to me, and it seems I can see some script on the top. We need a closer/clearer pic of that area. I think Tony is in the right ball park, although it resembles more of a lead hot/cold handle on an antique pedestal sink. Breezie

I wasn't talking about a modern cap gun I was refering to toy guns made in the 1800s, these had lead handles.

SS

I wasn't talking about modern cap guns either. Cap Guns made in the 1800's were Cast Iron. I've never seen one made from lead, but would love to see a pic of the one. Is the one you have lead? Breezie

The one posted above has a lead handle, so does the one I have.

SS

Oh, you mean the PEWTER cap gun, I gotcha now. I realize pewter is a lead alloy, but I was thinking pure lead, not pewter. Thanks, Breezie

 

[Silver Searcher]

I don't think it is a handle from a toy gun because all handles similar to that were on Cast Iron cap guns. Actually it looks like it is made out of lead to me, and it seems I can see some script on the top. We need a closer/clearer pic of that area. I think Tony is in the right ball park, although it resembles more of a lead hot/cold handle on an antique pedestal sink. Breezie

I wasn't talking about a modern cap gun I was referring to toy guns made in the 1800s, these had lead handles.

SS

I wasn't talking about modern cap guns either. Cap Guns made in the 1800's were Cast Iron. I've never seen one made from lead, but would love to see a pic of the one. Is the one you have lead? Breezie

The one posted above has a lead handle, so does the one I have.

SS

Oh, you mean the PEWTER cap gun, I gotcha now. I realize pewter is a lead alloy, but I was thinking pure lead, not pewter. Thanks, Breezie

That's the one they often fired matchsticks as well and were sold in London by AW Gamage, but I'm not sure it is actually a gun handle, there's now signs of were the barrel would have been so

SS

 

[taz42o]

I have seen cheese and butter knives with that shape of handle.

 

[CRUSADER]

I think it's a handle from a toy pistol, I have one similar somewere bit like this one but I could be wrong

SS

Green check, I've had a few - good ID

 

[mile-ender]

I think it's a handle from a toy pistol, I have one similar somewere bit like this one but I could be wrong

SS

Green check, I've had a few - good ID

I don't know about green checking it yet - it seems it might be a little slim to be the handle of a toy pistol - personally I'm thinking flatware of sorts

 

[CRUSADER]

I think it's a handle from a toy pistol, I have one similar somewere bit like this one but I could be wrong

SS

Green check, I've had a few - good ID

I don't know about green checking it yet - it seems it might be a little slim to be the handle of a toy pistol - personally I'm thinking flatware of sorts

just a slim as others I have seen!

 

[jdsarasin8194]

I'm thinking it's a top/handel of a walking/formal cane.