About this product
This is a Union 30/25 padlocks using 6 levers. It is stamped "Made in England" on the reverse and in good overall condition. It comes with two keys and functions well. The keys are stamped DR6.
We came across this lock in 2012 and aquired it since they are quite rare, especially in this condition.
Short History:
The Parkes family were originally from Gornal. The eldest brothers, William (born 1822) and Richard both served apprenticeships as locksmiths in Willenhall. Josiah Parkes (born 1824) was apprenticed to Hickman’s Iron Works in Bilston. It seems that the three brothers set up in the ironmongery trade about 1840. The trade done in those days was considerable, as iron at the time was the material most commonly used by lock and key makers throughout the land. The business grew in volume and scope and new premises were taken in Union Street where it is beleived the brand name came into existence.
