What is this? Counterweight?

Discussion in 'Metalware' started by 916Bulldogs123, Jul 19, 2019.

  1. 916Bulldogs123

    916Bulldogs123 Well-Known Member

    Hi all,
    Looking for someone who know what the heck this is.
    Aluminum outer shell with brass inside.
    it is 1 3/4" tall by 1 1/4" at the widest point.
    with the wire hanger on one end and a black ball in the top center.
    It weighs 4.4 oz and the only markings is a # 5 on the brass end

    Mikey

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    916Bulldogs123, Jul 19, 2019
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  2. Bakersgma

    Bakersgma Well-Known Member

    Looks like a weight for one of the old "pressure cookers."
     
    Bakersgma, Jul 19, 2019
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  3. Michael77

    Michael77 Well-Known Member

    I'm sure that's what it is. I remember my granny cooking corn beef in a pressure cooker, Hmmm...
     
    Michael77, Jul 19, 2019
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  4. daveydempsey

    daveydempsey Moderator Moderator

    I agree it is for a pressure cooker.

    My Dad uses one to cook hams.

    I just bought him a new seal for the weight/valve.
     
    daveydempsey, Jul 19, 2019
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  5. 916Bulldogs123

    916Bulldogs123 Well-Known Member

    Cool thanks all. Now i have a craving for corned beef!
     
    916Bulldogs123, Jul 19, 2019
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