Antique Vintage AKRON BRASS Gate Valve - Fire Hose / Hydrant Control Valve

Description

Vintage AKRON BRASS 2 1/2” connection hydrant control
gate valve.  This valve is #285, manufactured by Akron Brass Manufacturing Co., Inc.  The heavy brass valve is in very good original condition. The crank handle turns freely and the gate goes up and down smoothly.  Approximately 6 turns of the handle fully opens and closes the gate valve.  Functional or could be used for decorative purposes.
The valve weighs 12 1/2
lbs.  It measures ~ 12.5” in length; 5.25” wide.   A great antique piece of firefighting history.  Please see photos for details of condition.