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Vintage Early-to-Mid 20th Century Underwriters-Style Fire Hose Playpipe Nozzle. This iconic, large-format firefighting piece features a heavy cast brass core historically wrapped with a protective dual-loop cord handle system (often featuring textured vulcanized rubber or leather grips) designed to give multiple firefighters maximum leverage against high-pressure hose torque. These iconic playpipe configurations were standard equipment on vintage city pumper trucks and industrial factory fire stations throughout the early 1900s.
Condition:
- Structural Condition: Exceptionally solid and heavy brass casting. The massive dual-loop horseshoe side handles remain firmly anchored to the main body.
- Grips: The black protective handle wraps are fully intact with no major splits, showcasing a rugged, authentic field-used texture.
- Cosmetics: Displays an outstanding, completely untouched deep greenish-brown verdigris and oxidized brass patina from decades of storage.
- Functional Notes: Swivel coupling base, alignment pins, and exit tip are structurally sound. Sold strictly as a premium historical display piece, militaria collectible, or industrial decor accent.
A highly dramatic, large-scale artifact that makes an incredible standalone display for firefighting enthusiasts or a premium base for custom industrial Steampunk lighting design!
