^Lot 1111 Telescoping Spike Candlestick MT - , - 1895 - Mining Hard goods/Important Mining Publications

This is a very rare mechanical stick measuring 6" closed and 7.5" open. According to Wilson and Bobrink, this design was probably impractical, due to the fact that, should a grain of sand, dirt, or some rust find its way into the cylinder, the mechanism could jam. Inside handle is stamped PAT. MAR.26.95. Wilson 262, RCS 86. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection