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Antique Copper Fire Extinguishers - Palmer House - Pair of antique circa 1920s-1930s copper fire extinguishers featuring a Palmer House soda-acid extinguisher and a pump-operated chemical extinguisher. The Palmer House extinguisher was manufactured by American LaFrance Fire Engine Company of Elmira, New York, and features an embossed brass instruction plate marked ”Tested 350 Lbs.” and ”To Start Turn Bottom Up.” Equipped with an original carrying handle, hose, and brass nozzle. The second extinguisher features a cylindrical copper body with a hand-operated pump, D-shaped handle, rubber hose, brass fittings, and an embossed brass instruction plate detailing operating and recharging procedures. Both retain their original industrial design and attractive aged copper surfaces, making them interesting examples of early American firefighting equipment. Good antique condition with age-related scratches, dents, oxidation, verdigris, and surface wear throughout.