Vintage Akron Brass Fire Nozzle 15.25 Dual Leather Handles Patent 2127188

  
Up for sale is a beautiful, 100% authentic vintage Akron Brass Mfg Company fire hose nozzle assembly. Measuring 15.25 tall, this early 2 stage combination playpipe nozzle features rare dual stacked leather handles and an incredible natural patina.

A spectacular addition to any firefighting memorabilia collection, firehouse display, or industrial steampunk decor project. Akron Brass Mfg Co nozzle with patent #2,127,188 officially granted 8/16/38 for the revolutionary "NO-Leak" design.

Measures 15.25" tall with a female 3" base reducing cleanly through the valve down to a 1-3/4 step. Stamped "NS" for national Standard thread alignment. Clearly stamped "The Akron Brass Mfg Co" "NO-LEAK" "NS" "743" and "shut off / mist stream" Valve turns freely and smoothly without binding or freezing. Leather handles are still supple, but one side shows separation from active fire-ground use, adding authentic character.

Threads are crisp, stamps are highly legible and brass retains its true unpolished character. Please see photos for more details and to evaluate condition for yourself.