Medieval keys were commonly notched or barrel-shaped to work with warded locks, the internal obstructions that only a correctly cut key could bypass.
This set of prison keys is cast in iron, offering an alternative build to our other prison keys.
Deepeeka’s reproduction recreates that historical warded key form, part of our Collectibles & Gifts range.
Medieval keys were commonly notched or barrel-shaped to work with warded locks, the internal obstructions that only a correctly cut key could bypass.
This set of prison keys is cast in iron, offering an alternative build to our other prison keys.
Deepeeka’s reproduction recreates that historical warded key form, part of our Collectibles & Gifts range.
The warded lock was the standard locking mechanism throughout the medieval period, using internal obstructions, or wards, that only a correctly notched key could bypass. Padlocks, likely Roman in origin, became a genuine speciality of early medieval blacksmiths, with the Vikings particularly noted for their skill in producing them, and the size and decoration of a lock generally reflected the value of whatever it protected, from simple chest padlocks to the elaborate gates of a castle.
This padlock is worked in iron, a medium build within our medieval padlock range, functional and suited to re-enactment, collection, or dungeon-themed display.
Deepeeka’s reproduction recreates that historical warded padlock form, part of our Collectibles & Gifts range.
The warded lock was the standard locking mechanism throughout the medieval period, using internal obstructions, or wards, that only a correctly notched key could bypass. Padlocks, likely Roman in origin, became a genuine speciality of early medieval blacksmiths, with the Vikings particularly noted for their skill in producing them, and the size and decoration of a lock generally reflected the value of whatever it protected, from simple chest padlocks to the elaborate gates of a castle.
This prison lock is cast in iron with carved decorative detailing, reflecting the more elaborately worked locks historically reserved for higher-value or higher-status applications.
Deepeeka’s reproduction recreates that decorated historical lock form, part of our Collectibles & Gifts range.
This single handcuff is cast in iron and attached to a ball and chain, one of the most recognisable restraint props in popular imagination.
Deepeeka’s reproduction recreates that dramatic historical-style form as a decorative or costume prop, part of our Collectibles & Gifts range.
The warded lock was the standard locking mechanism throughout the medieval period, using internal obstructions, or wards, that only a correctly notched key could bypass. Padlocks, likely Roman in origin, became a genuine speciality of early medieval blacksmiths, with the Vikings particularly noted for their skill in producing them, and the size and decoration of a lock generally reflected the value of whatever it protected, from simple chest padlocks to the elaborate gates of a castle.
This dungeon lock is cast in iron, a large build suited to dungeon-themed decor, costume, or historical display.
Deepeeka’s reproduction recreates that heavy, imposing historical lock form, part of our Collectibles & Gifts range.
