Russell and Erwin Pat 1889 Skeleton Key

Description

Russell and Erwin Pat 1889 Skeleton Key

Skeleton key made by Russell and Erwin for use with doors. Marked R & E Mfc. Co. on the shaft on one side and New Britain Conn. U.S.A. along the top. On the top back it is marked Pat. Apl. 9, 89. It has a flat shaft.  The key measures 2 5/8″l with a 3/4″l pin (insert). The bit is 15.4mm high from the top of the pin. It has a notches on each side near the top and a small notch on the bottom middle.

Some rust residue, but this should not affect functionality.

This item is shippable.

This Russell and Erwin Pat 1889 Skeleton Key is an antique or salvaged item and may show wear due to age. This may include scratches, pitting, patina, finish loss, rust or other general wear. We attempt to include any significant damage beyond regular wear within the description. We make every effort to clean as much paint, dirt and rust off of items while still leaving as much of the original patina as possible. Photos are of actual item you will receive.

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Russell and Erwin / Russwin

Russell and Erwin Manufacturing was established in 1839 in New Britain, CT. under the name of Stanley, Russell & Company. The founders include Henry E. Russell, Cornelius B. Erwin and Frederick T. Stanley. Upon Stanley’s withdrawal just one year later, it became Matteson, Russell and Company to reflect a new partnership with Smith Matteson and John H. Bowen. Six years later, the company officially becomes Russell & Erwin. In 1851, it becomes Russell & Erwin Manufacturing Company. They merge with P. & F. Corbin in 1902, but continue to produce under the Russell and Erwin name. American Hardware and Russwin were also brand names used off and on in conjunction with the Russell and Erwin name. By 1964, the division again separated and was purchased by Emhart Manufacturing under the name Russwin. It continues today under the name Corbin Russwin, owned by Assa Abloy.