GLIDDEN on 1 of 2 & MILES AROUND TWO - COMBINATION BARBS - ANTIQUE BARBED WIRE for Sale

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GLIDDEN on 1 of 2 & MILES AROUND TWO - COMBINATION BARBS - ANTIQUE BARBED WIRE For Sale

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GLIDDEN on 1 of 2 & MILES AROUND TWO - COMBINATION BARBS - ANTIQUE BARBED WIRE:
$3.99

This listing is for an authentic vintage sample of antique barbed wire fencing. This wire features two patented barbs. There is a Joseph F. Glidden patent, dated November 24, 1874; and a Purches Miles patent, dated October 8, 1878. This wire is called \"Glidden\'s Two Point Barbson One & Miles Rafter Staple Barbs Around Both Lines - Alternating Combination Barbs onTwoLines, by collectors. (ref. Hagemeier17-FVARIATION)(Hagemeier shows these two barbs in combination at 17-Fbut does not show the Miles staple clasping both lines, or the rafter bend to the Miles staple; or the alternating sequence of barbs.). This wire features two round twisted together line wires.These are lighter weight than normal being 13.5 gauge. TheGlidden barbs are made by wrapping a half round barbing wire twice around one of the line wires. TheMiles barbs are made by clinching a round staple shaped wirearound both line wires. Miles points are about 120 degrees from each other ... generally termed a rafter barb. Miles & Glidden Barbs are in alternating sequence. Wire sample is at least 18\" in length. It shows age and use wear withlight pitting. Therearefour Glidden barbs and four Miles barbs.Barbs are well spaced., and cut is well centered. There are no broken or missing points. Wire is ingood used condition.

This sample of antique barbed wire is absolutely old and authentic and sells with . Shipping will be $4.50, within the United States. We have listed many other samples of antique fencing and barbed wire, and will gladly combine multiple purchases for shipping. Additional wire purchases, paid on the same invoice, ship for fifty cents each.

PURCHASES OF TWELVE OR MORE WIRES, PAID ON THE SAME INVOICE, WILL BE MAILED FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN THE UNITED STATES. If you are purchasing multiple wires please use the ADD TO CART option, to obtain a combined invoice.

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