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Early 20th century, thereabouts. Not very particular though. Thanks for asking.

Pics are exactly the same. Even description is exactly the same.

Very interesting Richard. I wonder if same is occurring here. Waiting to see what eBay has to say about it.

Very interesting Hawaiian Hat! Thank you. Mark, might this additional information be useful to eBay in tracking down and investigating these transactions?

I’ve reported to eBay and notified the original seller. I’ll also be calling eBay to talk to them about this info as well.

Mark, thank you for posting all of this fascinating information!! Truly appreciated. Congrats again on having these cuffs in your collection. Very envious. The Houdini connection (to me) makes it so valuable.

Hello everyone. Am looking to purchase a pair of Hiatt Darby Handcuffs. Doesn’t have to be perfect, in great condition or pristine. Must have key and function, however. Any assistance is greatly appreciated…

Awesome! My wife gave me a poster of that same image of Houdini in the courtroom. Great info. I concur that the pretzels in Germany are pretty good. Thanks for the additional info Mark…

Holy cow! I had no idea. Now it becomes clear as to the connection between Nugent Jr and Hardeen, as you point out. Fascinating info. You’ve definitely acquired a great deal of info…

Mark, congrats on owning these cuffs!! What an addition to your collection. Great story. I am a big fan of Houdini (have been since a kid), and I would love to hear (and see…

Hello all. Posting again, looking to acquire a pair of Hiatt Darby cuffs, with original key. Prefer non-plated. Must be working. Doesn’t need to be in the greatest condition. You guys helped…

Thank you Richard for taking the time to go through your cuffs! That was very nice of you. Thanks also for keeping an eye out if you come across a pair of any Hiatt…

Mark, regarding the cuffs that I purchased (but never received because they were “restricted” and confiscated by eBay), here’s original listing info: item # 133686001385; seller: glass-man-1. The new listing of those…

Keep us informed Paul as to what happens. I informed the original seller of the cuffs I purchased (but were confiscated) the name of the company handling the GSP for EBay, Pitney Bowes, and…

eBay says they cannot disclose the results of their investigation to me (similar to what you were told Richard) as they say it’s private. At least it’s on record with them that…

What the…? Paul is correct. I did purchase one of those pair from UK seller via eBay, but they were confiscated and I never received them, and seller was told he was not getting…