Antique Fire Alarm * Wooden Primitive * Clapper / Noise Maker Antique Wooden Primitive

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Cabinetlady59
Posted by Cabinetlady59
13 years ago
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Description

 This is a primitive fire alarm system. It was used to soud fires before there were electrical alarms.

It is used by holding the handle and twirling in a circle. It has a extremely loud clacking noise that

can be heard a long way off.
Category Scientific Instruments
Medium wood and brass
Condition Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item 10" long x 5" long x 1 1/2 thick
Date Period 1800's
Weight approx 2 lbs
History This was used to sound fire alarms before electrical systems
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