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

By Cabinetlady59, 30 April, 2012
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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