Featured is a wonderful antique railroad switch lock.
- The most prized locks are the early cast back locks.
- They had three-dimensional designs cast into the lock body, a special technique that involved brass casting and fabrication.
- The railroads used a variety of lock to secure railroad property.
- Switch locks were used to secure the track in the right position.
- The keys for these locks were guarded and the men were required to always carry them.
- Locks with the original patina can sell for hundreds of dollars.
- Today these locks are prized by collectors.
