One Of a Kind Antique Iron Long Strip Padlock:
This exceptionally rare long rectangular strip-system padlock is an authentic 80–90 year old solid iron antique, preserved in working condition with its original key—a combination that is increasingly difficult to find.
Locks of this elongated strip form were never mass produced and were typically commissioned for large chests, temple doors, and secure storage. Most surviving examples today are either non-functional, incomplete, or heavily restored. Finding one in original working condition is now extremely uncommon.
This piece has been left untouched, with its original surface, hardware, and patina intact. No polishing. No repairs. No replacements. What you see is exactly how it has survived through decades—making it especially desirable to serious collectors, historians, and industrial antique specialists.
Once acquired, pieces of this caliber are rarely resold.
Why This Lock Is Truly Scarce
Long strip locking systems were made in very limited numbers
Most examples have lost their keys over time
Heavy iron construction led many to be melted or repurposed
Working mechanisms from this era are now extremely difficult to source
This is not décor pretending to be antique.
This is a functional historical object.
Item Details
Material: Solid vintage iron
Type: Long rectangular strip-system padlock
Age: 80–90 years old
Condition: Working condition
Key: Original key included
Patina: Natural, untouched aged surface
Size (Approx.)
29 × 8 × 4.5 cm
(11.50 × 3 × 1.75 inches)
Weight: 1499 grams (approx. 3.3 lbs)
Only ONE available worldwide. No restock possible.
