Old Mickey Mouse Ears Smokehouse Lock with Key round flat basket called "handa" in Japanese

called "handa" in Japanese

the bottom half reveals a rim of blue-green naturally dyed ash splint

While there is a bit of damage on the bottom edge

This piece measures 5

then closes with a very satisfying thwack

Old Mickey Mouse Ears Smokehouse Lock with Key round flat basket called "handa" in JapaneseThis old lock is somewhat rusty, but with a little effort it still locks and unlocks great, and I really love the fully rounded "ears" on it that really make it look just like a Mickey Mouse silhouette. I've learned these old locks are often referred to as "smokehouse locks because people commonly used them to lock the meat in their smokehouses to prevent poaching. Iron and brass, and at least a hundred years old I believe. 3 5 8" tall x 2 9 16" wide