Question on S&W Cuffs

[chrisf8657]

I have an older pair of cuffs that bit the dust (rust).

I noticed that the new pair I got has exposed rivets. After digging, it appears S&W changed from brazing to riveting the cuffs a few years back.

Is there any benefits to the rivets vs. my older brazed sets, and is one better than the other?

Thanks guys

 

[S&WIowegan]

Do you mean cuff links?

 

[jrs70]

The exposed rivets are for extra security. It was changed in 1981 or 1982. The old way could be popped open. Peerless changed there design in about 2000 or so.

 

[chrisf8657]

I see. Thanks

 

[KEN L]

Do you mean cuff links?

He's talking about handcuffs.

 

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