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Bruce Cobb 1723V
09-19-2019, 11:36 AM
Both appear to be pre 1850's. I Think the thin one that uses a screw is for an 1836 or 1842 Waters. One leg measures 2 15/16" the other 1 3/8". between pin & hole is 7/8 to centers.

The big ones leg measures 3" and 2" with the pin right in the bend.

Any help will be appreciated. Thanks

geezmo
09-19-2019, 01:12 PM
Bruce,

I just took apart two Model 1854 Lorenz locks. Both mainsprings match your bigger spring. The other I can't help you with.

Barry S.

Bruce Cobb 1723V
09-19-2019, 05:33 PM
Many Thanks For your Answer ...........

efritz
09-19-2019, 06:03 PM
Bruce
my waters measures as follows:
longest 2 1/2
shortest 1 7/16
pin to hole 15/16

my 42 Aston:
longest 2 5/8
shortest 1 7/16
pin to hole 15/16

both have a rounded nub at the end of the hook like on the Lorentz
both take a screw

Bruce Cobb 1723V
09-20-2019, 11:35 AM
Maybe one of these then?