Anyone know much about old chains

[Radar]

Found this chain growing into a China Berry tree, looks like it was part of a single tree for a workhorse or mule. Does any one I have an idea how old those style of links would be?

[OldRiverRat]

Kinda looks like a trap line to me


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[OldRiverRat]

Found this chain growing into a China Berry tree, looks like it was part of a single tree for a workhorse or mule. Does any one I have an idea how old those style of links would be?



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[muzzlebrake]

Tug line for a work harness. Might be near 100 years old give or take. Not many horses and mules used for harness work since the 1930's unless you are Amish.

[AntlerCollector]

Looks like the average length of chain you see pit bulls tied to in suburban back yards.

[Radar]

Tug line for a work harness. Might be near 100 years old give or take. Not many horses and mules used for harness work since the 1930's unless you are Amish.

That is what I figured it was, thought someone might have an idea how old.

[Radar]

Looks like the average length of chain you see pit bulls tied to in suburban back yards.

Lol and no water bowl either

[Radar]

Kinda looks like a trap line to me


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That chain has 3 inch links on it and they are 1/4 thick.

[Dusty Britches]

Considering China Berry trees don't live very long, I'd bet that chain is not as old as you think. Most only live about 40-50 years. They say they will live up to 150 years but I think you would be hard pressed to find one that old.

[Phillip Fields]

Looks like a trace chain for a harness. They were used to connect the harness hame to the singletree.

[Radar]

Considering China Berry trees don't live very long, I'd bet that chain is not as old as you think. Most only live about 40-50 years. They say they will live up to 150 years but I think you would be hard pressed to find one that old.

I guess the chain was laying there and the tree grew next to it. There is an old creek crossing about 50 yards from where I found this. Also found pieces of old ceramic dinner plates.

[Snakelover]

Considering China Berry trees don't live very long, I'd bet that chain is not as old as you think. Most only live about 40-50 years. They say they will live up to 150 years but I think you would be hard pressed to find one that old.

That's a good point. But it's also possible the chain was already there and the tree grew up through it or around it. I once saw a tree that grew right through a whole roll of chain link fencing material that my neighbor left laying on the ground.

[Slew]

Is that for the ball and chain for you and SKs wedding next weekend at the crappie fest? Skloss said he got rainbow colored streamers on sale for $1 a roll! He’s excited to officiate! Gonna be the best gay wedding he’s ever done! Well the first too, but that still makes it the best!! Is this a Friday night affair or Sat? Need to plan my fish fry accordingly!

[Landrover]

What county are you in or found the chain in?

[lightacres]

i second trace chain from a harmess. Used to connect harness to a plow/wagon/etc.