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American Fire Extinguisher
D and A Binder Ltd
for sale €421     $457
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D and A Binder Ltd

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American Fire Extinguisher

1900 - 1920
Description

These highly polished fire extinguishers are great for restaurant or boutique settings - made of copper and brass, they are sure to grab attention. They would also be great for set design or set hire - so if you need our decoratives in the short term, feel free to talk to us about our hire agreements.

Physical Dimensions
Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Declaration

D and A Binder Ltd has dated this Vintage Brass Fire Extinguisher to the 1920s.

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SA887966
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Description
These highly polished fire extinguishers are great for restaurant or boutique settings - made of copper and brass, they are sure to grab attention.
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They would also be great for set design or set hire - so if you need our decoratives in the short term, feel free to talk to us about our hire agreements.
D and A Binder Ltd
Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Date of Manufacture

D and A Binder Ltd has dated this Vintage Brass Fire Extinguisher to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA887966
D and A Binder Ltd
D and A Binder Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2015
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A tall, polished brass American fire extinguisher featuring an embossed metallic instruction plaque and top handle.
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Archive I A tall, polished brass American fire extinguisher featuring an embossed metallic instruction plaque and top handle.

American Fire Extinguisher

Archive II A tall, polished brass American fire extinguisher featuring an embossed metallic instruction plaque and top handle. View II
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D and A Binder Ltd

D and A Binder Ltd
Telephone 020 7609 6300 or 07944 356 180
Location
101 Holloway Road
London
N7 8LT
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/danda
Verified Since May 2015
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D and A Binder Ltd
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Location: 101 Holloway Road, London, N7 8LT, United Kingdom
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A tall, polished brass American fire extinguisher featuring an embossed metallic instruction plaque and top handle.
American Fire Extinguisher
Ref: SA887966
A tall, polished brass American fire extinguisher featuring an embossed metallic instruction plaque and top handle.
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In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, hand-held chemical fire extinguishers were manufactured primarily from heavy-gauge copper and brass to withstand internal pressure. Brands such as General Detroit Corp produced soda-acid and carbon tetrachloride units featuring embossed instruction plates, which remained common until modern pressurized steel models replaced them in the mid-20th century.

Authentic vintage fire extinguishers were constructed using heavy brass, copper, and cast iron fittings. The main body was typically formed from sheet metal with soldered seams and fitted with embossed brass instruction plaques, brass top handles, and rubber discharge hoses.

Authentic pieces feature riveted or soldered brass instruction plates with raised lettering detailing manufacturer information, patent dates, and operating steps. They display heavy structural weight, visible construction seams, and natural patination or tarnish on unpolished brass areas.

Decommissioned brass fire extinguishers serve as strong visual accents when placed alongside a fireplace hearth, within an entry foyer, or in an empty room corner. Their warm metallic finish contrasts well against exposed brick, timber floorboards, or modern neutral backdrops.

Maintain the finish by dusting regularly with a microfiber cloth. If a high shine is preferred, apply a specialised brass cleaner with a soft cloth and buff gently; to preserve a natural aged patina, avoid abrasive chemical polishes and wax the surface occasionally.
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