Model No. 86 Hand Pump

Model No. 86 hand pump. Commonly manufactured in the late 1800s to early 1900s by companies like the Cleveland Faucet Co. or Bishop & Babcock Often used for beer kegs or maritime bilge applications to pump water out of small vessels. Main Design Features •Heavy Materials: Built with a thick, solid brass main cylinder to handle constant pressure. •Cast Iron Mount: Features a heavy cast iron bracket base used to stabilize the device. •T-Handle: Features a carved wooden T-handle on top for a firm, two-handed grip during manual pumping. •Bottom Spout Valve: Fitted with a detailed brass shut-off petcock valve near the base to connect the air hose or control airflow. •Completeness: Base bracket, original carved wood T-handle, and brass petcock valve altogether makes it highly desirable to collectors as a “man cave” display piece or historical breweriana collectible. •Amazing condition for being 125 yrs old! No dents! Handle slides up & down smoothly, but does not compete air. •Petcock valve does not turn. Manufactured primarily by The Cleveland Faucet Co. or The Bishop & Babcock Co. out of Cleveland, Ohio. 1800s and early 1900s, •Primary Utility: This specific Model 86 configuration was primarily marketed as a high-volume air pressure pump for saloon beer kegs or as an early multi-purpose utility pump (such as for pneumatic tires and bilge drainage). The unique brass lower nozzle functioned as a pressure stopcock or a fluid outlet valve depending on the specific setup. 27” tall 2” OD brass tube 10 lbs $170 1-available