US Patent: 50,603
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Blacksmith's Tongs
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Patentee:
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Charles W. Le Count (exact or similar names) - Norwalk, CT |
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Patent Dates:
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Granted: |
Oct. 24, 1865 |
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Charles W. Le Count patent October 24, 1865 |
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Stan Schulz
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Description: |
Size-adjustable parallel jaw tongs with adjustable pivot comprised of notches on one jaw member, and a pivot point on the other jaw member.
Known example marked C.W. LeCOUNT PAT OCT. 24, 65 has had a pivot pin inserted, defeating the patented function after the notched teeth wore off. It also has a tension spring to keep the original jaw pivot engaged. |
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