Forged bear trap value?
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07/29/15 11:32 AM
07/29/15 11:32 AM
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Rudymoe
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Hi, I'm new here so please forgive me for being somewhat technically challenged on the computer. I have a hand forged bear trap that has been in the family for well over 100 yrs, it was used by my grandfather and his father. it measures 32" from leaf spring tip to leaf spring tip. The jaw opening is 10.5" wide X 14" with 6 teeth forged in to the jaws, the chain and swivels is 21" with a 3 prong grappling hook attached. there are no markings any place to indicate the maker. I'm 72 yrs old and find it is time to start getting things in order and get rid of the unused. I was wondering if anyone had any idea of it's possible value or is it something to just nail to the barn door? I realize that a picture would be a big help but figuring out how to post one seems to be way over my head, if anyone would be interested in helping me I'm sure I could send pics in an email, My e mail is rgmoe@yahoo.com.
Thanks, Rudy
Rudy
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Re: Forged bear trap value?
[Re: Rudymoe]
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07/29/15 12:22 PM
07/29/15 12:22 PM
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PaulB
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There is a row of small boxes right above the place you typed your message,,,the fifth box from the left has a blue arrow pointing up,,,click on that,,then a screen that has the word browse ,,,click on that,,then add the picture from your files by clicking on the picture or file name of your picture,,,then a new screen will appear that has add file click on that and then click on all done,,,your picture will then show in your posting box,,,click preview post before you submit to verify your picture is in your post,,,and yes I am sure yor bear trap has value,,,maybe more than you think,,,
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Re: Forged bear trap value?
[Re: wissmiss]
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07/29/15 06:13 PM
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Rudymoe
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Thanks for the info, It currently has some kind of silver/grey paint on it which it has had on for as long as I have had it, being 62 yrs the paint itself has a nice patina from age. I've sent pics of it to several inquiring people and I guess I'll see what they think.
Rudy
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Re: Forged bear trap value?
[Re: Rudymoe]
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07/29/15 08:10 PM
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PaulB
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You did good,,nice trap,,get some good advise before you sell if it was me I would keep it with the history in the family
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Re: Forged bear trap value?
[Re: Rudymoe]
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07/31/15 11:31 AM
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Rudymoe
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Hi, anyone have any idea how bad the 2 problems I showed effects the value or has if just become a barn hanger?
Thanks
Rudy
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