^Lot 224 Peerless Handcuff Model 700 w/Key

Lot contains one set of chain link Peerless Handcuff Model 700 with one key, standard nickel handcuffs in the box. Peerless Handcuff Company was established in 1914 in Springfield, Massachusetts. Now,100 years later the classic swing through design of the original Peerless handcuff. James Milton Gill founded the company after purchasing the patent for a new handcuff design that would revolutionize the law enforcement profession. The inventor was George Carney. Carney?s innovation was the now familiar swing through self locking handcuff. Unlike other restraints of the day, this design was relatively lightweight and easy to carry. The new style handcuff also gave officers a significant advantage since it was easily applied and effectively restrained both hands. The combination of lightweight and ease of use greatly increased officer and public safety.