What is this iron thing ?

[Beshires1]

I found this at a old house site where I have found very old pieces before. House was removed in 1955 so exact date of houses age is really unknown. There are stone foundation piers and reminants of a stone chimney. I'm leaning towards some type of horse/mule tac but I really am stumped on this one. Oh I carefully chipped off the rust crust and it moves from a folded position to a extended position. The smaller ring on one end broke off .

 

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[jeff of pa]

looks like a trap.

but an odd one if it is.

 

[mojjax]

it might be a water valve for a cow drinking bowl .

 

[No gold in NY]

Too elaborate for that.

 

[Beshires1]

I was told today at work that it is a old leather horse collar buckle/latch. I will try to confirm this.....

 

[bradyboy]

sure looks like a trap
Brady

 

[Beshires1]

After searching, every possible idea I still come up with nothing!

 

[2screwed]

I think it's an old binder.

 

[Tony in SC]

I would say an old tensioner or binder for a chain or strap. earlier chain dog.

I think it's an old binder.

 

[taz42o]

It does resemble a horse collar buckle but im not sure.