Description: This is a fine example of a late nineteenth century (possibly very early 1900's) Fire Chief "Speaking Horn"--used when the horse drawn steam pump fire equipment would arrive to create hose pressure sufficient to drive water into the flames. The chief would use it to organize and command in a voice booming loud above the fray to his firefighters so they could follow his orders. Bill Hyland's fire memoribilia collection was sold in 2007 and this was in the auction. At the time it brought with commission about 700 (to my knowledge). It had two dents, not deep, and I paid a specialist in fine repair of musical trumpets to return the surface to what it had been. He described it as his biggest challenge because the metal was especially non-malleable. It was done with high pressure from inside... no hammer, or metal tool. Now, it's stunning. Here, are the remaining condition issues, expected of a fire-involved speaking horn 150 years later. There is some loss of the nickel plating. (See pics). There is minor surface deterioration here and there, spotty and minimal. All and all, if Bill Hyland could prize it in his remarkable collection, it probably would enhance any museum exhibit. Size: 17 1/2 inches long RETURNS: Only if based on serious error in description.
Price: 975 USD
Location: New York, New York
End Time: 2023-10-29T15:13:08.000Z
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Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
