Murphy Steel Mechanical Police Nippers
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United States,1915
Model 1915 Murphy nickel plated steel mechanical nipper. This may be the only known example, patent rights were sold to James Milton Gill and Peerless had manufacturing drawings for it.
4 1/4" x 6 3/4".
From the collection of Matthew G. Forte, expert on police equipment and author of "American Police Equipment" and "American Police Collectibles"
Condition
Light surface wear associated with age, otherwise good condition.
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Murphy Steel Mechanical Police Nippers
Estimate $800 - $1,200
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