CURTIS HALF ROUND 2-PT on ROUND & FLAT - BARB on ROUND - ANTIQUE BARBED WIRE - $2 - (Dunning, NE)

This listing is for an authentic vintage sample of antique barbed wire fencing. This wire features a John D. Curtis patent, dated March 15, 1892. This wire is called "Curtis' Two Point Half Round Twist Lock Barb on Flat and Round Lines - with Barb on Round Line" by collectors. (ref. Hagemeier 278-B VARIATION) (Hagemeir shows this wire but has the barb on the flat line not the round line). . This wire features two line wires twisted together. Barbed line is round in cross section; and non-barbed line has a flat area on two sides. Barbs are two pointed made from half round stock. Barb is wrapped once around the round line wire, with flat side against line wire. Points of barbs are twisted inwards 1/4 turn to lock barb to line wire. Wire sample is 18-1/4" in length. It shows light age and use wear with light to moderate pitting. There are six barbs, fairly well spaced, and cut is well centered. There are no broken or missing barbs. Wire is in good used condition. This sample of antique barbed wire is absolutely old and authentic and sells with no reserve. Shipping will be $4.50, within the United States. We have listed many other samples of antique fencing and barbed wire, and will gladly combine multiple purchases for shipping. Additional wire purchases, paid on the same invoice, ship for fifty cents each. PURCHASES OF TWELVE OR MORE WIRES, PAID ON THE SAME INVOICE, WILL BE MAILED FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN THE UNITED STATES. If on-line payments do not work for you, our mailing address is included in the invoice. International buyers please note that your country may charge duties or other fees. We cannot be responsible for duties, custom fees, taxes, or other charges made by your country. We cannot be responsible for delays by customs agents.

Posted in Dunning, NE, Collectibles
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