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    Posted 8 years ago

    t_lea
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    I'm not too sure what kind of key this is. I purchased it at an Antique Shop. I was instantly drawn to it because of its ornate style. The vendor happened to be there and told me it was a clock key. I brought it home and took a closer look at it. I noticed it didn't quite look like any clock key I have ever come across. Specifically the fact that the inside was threaded. Like maybe it's missing a piece. Does anyone know what kind of key this is? I appreciate any information.

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    Comments

    1. blunderbuss2 blunderbuss2, 8 years ago
      Clock key.
    2. Dizzydave Dizzydave, 8 years ago
      I thought it was a lamp switch knob turn ligh of and on older lamps. They screw off counter clockwise.
    3. Dizzydave Dizzydave, 8 years ago
      small piece looks like a extension to make it longer
    4. slackjack, 8 years ago
      Light socket switch key with extension.

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