Antique Brass 1800's Clockwork Roasting Bottle Jack Key Wind Cast Iron Wheel

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Here is what was explained to us as a meat roasting piece, for a joint of meat or large bird (thank you to the ebayer who let us know). It was used in front of a fire, the meat on a dangle spit, the hooks on the wheel were for holding pieces of fat for basting, it would run for one or two hours depending on the weight of the meat - not tested so we do not know if it works completely or accurately, it is supposed to rotate three times in one direction and then reverse. The key winds whatever is inside the brass cylinder, and that is working, but we can not figure out what it does or is supposed to do. The brass area measures about 5" x 3 1/2" in diameter. The whole unit is about 15" long, the wheel is 6 1/2" in diameter. There is some wear, some rust, and some dents in the brass .Often we have similar items from the same consignor so please check other items !Please take the time to read the information that applies to you below. If you have any questions or need more photos, let us know. Ph otos are part of the description and show all that is included. Please check for a second row of photos, they are often there and overlooked.We do allow returns if an item is not as described. We may be selling items we are not familiar with so please keep that in mind. Expect normal age appropriate signs of wear and use, sometimes odors, dust, read more

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