Why is this key shaped like this?
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cwlittle
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Why is this key shaped like this?
I have seen a lot of model T keys, but never noticed one with this little spur at the base. Any idea why?
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cwlittle
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Re: Why is this key shaped like this?
The link doesn't work for me 
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The link doesn't work for me two. jb
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Re: Why is this key shaped like this?
I believe that hole was originally a square- this one worn by years of being on a key ring perhaps?
Pretty sure the square fit the gas valve stem on a Prestolite acetylene tank for headlights. Perhaps not but............
The spur? no idea.............
Pretty sure the square fit the gas valve stem on a Prestolite acetylene tank for headlights. Perhaps not but............
The spur? no idea.............
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Re: Why is this key shaped like this?
Folks - re-read the original post.
He's asking about the spur at the bottom of the key, not the hole.
Personally, I think someone filed the key to make that spur for their own purposes.
He's asking about the spur at the bottom of the key, not the hole.
Personally, I think someone filed the key to make that spur for their own purposes.