Vintage cufflinks functional door knocker by Hickok offered buy by Vintage Men's Swag Ik-10

So, one Hickok designer leans out his office door and hollers at another, "Hey, how about some cufflinks and tie thingies that are like, old time pumps and door knockers and things like that, and that actually move?". And his co-worker, equally drunk or whatever says "oh cool, yeah lets show that idea to the boss!". These items eventually became the "Americana Collection", one of the first themed collections of men's accessories when it came out in the early 1950s.

I don't actually know how these crazy things got designed, let alone approved, but here ya go, a set of genuine Hickok functional door knockers.... cufflinks and tie tack. Woo-hoo!

In very good condition, everyone will love these!

And, check my shop, I may have more of this collection!
Date: c,1950s

Condition: very good

Item Type ((see shop home page: www.etsy.com/sg-en/shop/vintagemenswag for definitions) : cufflink, toggle, tie tack

Frame type (Cufflinks): (see shop home page: www.etsy.com/shop/vintagemenswag for definitions) : toggle, thick shaft

Metal: alloy

Metal Color: gold tone

Stone or applied decoration: none

Engravable?: (** Use your local Jeweler, Vintage Men's Swag does not offer engraving) No

Brand: Hickok Manufacturing Company
Company Info: The Hickok company was started by S. Rae Hickok in 1909, and grew to be a major manufacturer of men's accessories including wallets, belts, pants, and suspenders as well as cufflinks and tie accessories. Hickok developed a prototype seat belt for vehicles which ultimately became a standard accessory. In 1946, they promoted themselves as manufacturers' of “Belts, Braces, and Jewelry”. Their heavy support and involvement in many sports influenced their designs. Company was later sold to Tandy Crafts, Inc. and still later assets transferred to Oak Point Partners, Inc.

NOTES: If ads or other printed material are shown in the pictures for this item, be advised that those printed things are not included with the purchase unless the listing specifically says they are.

NOTES ON TIE CLIPS AND ACCESSORIES: Cufflink sets were common gifts in the first half of the 1900s. And they were often sold in sets that included the cufflinks and a tie accessory. However, as the 50s and 60s progressed, the cufflinks were not as often worn as the tie clip or accessory, and so the tie accessory was separated from the links or completely worn out or lost. So, finding a set that includes a tie clip, or finding a tie clip to match a pre-1970 set of cufflinks is somewhat rare buy. If you see a pair of cufflinks offered with a tie accessory and you like the design, consider yourself lucky and snap them up!

INITIAL AND NAME JEWELRY: Initial jewelry was popular from about 1930 to 1970, and can be found with one, two, or even three initials. Also, in the 1960s, some companies even began producing men's accessories with full names on them. My two cents worth? If you find a set with your last initial, strongly consider purchasing it if you like it. If it has your first and last initial, that's a pretty rare match. Three initials or your full first name? The stars are perfectly aligned for you and it's just meant to be! And for all these examples if it is a cufflink and tie accessory set, you really can't go wrong! As a friend advises, if it's your name or initial, you probably won't see it again!

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CONDITION GUIDE FOR MY DESCRIPTIONS: Perfect/New/Mint in Box: The item and or piece of jewelry has no visible flaws and no signs of wear or use. Excellent: The item and or piece of jewelry has evidence of wear. Very Good: The item and or piece of jewelry has small flaws that are not usually noticeable during wear. These flaws could include light scratches on the surfaces of imitation pearls, light scuffs on rhinestones, or light marks on the metal's finish. Good: The item and or piece of jewelry is completely wearable with working hardware. However, the rhinestones may be yellowing or beginning to turn gray (dark spots are visible when you are looking into the stone). Wear may be more visible, and there may be light chipping. Fair/Poor:
The item and or piece of jewelry has visible damage that may include dark stones, missing stones, or broken parts. This item should be considered for repair or restoration purposes only.