Cuffman's Collection

Hiatt 101 Superintendent

These handcuffs are a lightweight version of Hiatts' standard darbies. They also have two extra links in the chain.

Hiatt 101 Superintendent

This is a plated version of the previous model.

Hiatt 101

These nickle-plated darby style handcuffs have a 20 cm (7.9 '') connecting chain.

Hiatt Solid State

This unusual solid state version of the darby handcuffs has two lockcases (unlike the standard Irish 8 cuffs).

Hiatt 103 Irish 8

This rigid version of the darby pattern is known as the 'Irish 8' and has only one lock. This causes the lock-side of the cuff to be slightly larger as the other one.

Hiatt 103 Irish 8

This is an unplated version of the previous cuff. It has a slightly different shape and is heavier.

Hiatt 104

These were Hiatts standard darbies. Unlike more recent models, these are made out of steel. Markings on this specimen include Hiatt, Best, Waranted wrought and British made.

Hiatt 104

These darbies are slightly smaller than the previous ones and are only marked Hiatt and British made.

Hiatt 104-30

This is a more recently manufactured version of the nineteenth century's darbies, made of a non-ferous metal. This version has a 30cm (11.8") chain.

Hiatt 115

Here we have the adjustable pattern of Hiatts darby handcuffs, also called the 'Scotland Yard' pattern.

Hiatt Peerless

These were the first swinging bow handcuffs made by Hiatts under licence of Peerless.

Hiatt Peerless

These were the first swinging bow handcuffs made by Hiatts under licence of Peerless. This one has a swivel in the connecting chain.

Hiatt 1960

Model 1960 was made in at least three different versions. The one shown here is the oldest one, having a wide bow with 11 locking serations.

Hiatt 1960

The second version of the 1960 model is identical to the previous one, except for the much narrower bow.

Hiatt 1960

The third version of the 1960 model is also known as the long bow version. It has 17 locking serrations.

Hiatt 1970

Hiatt's 1970 model double locks through the little holes on the keyhole side of the lockcase.

Hiatt 1970

Hiatt's 1970 model double locks through the little holes on the keyhole side of the lockcase. The one presented here is marked '1980'.

Hiatt 1010

This was Hiatt-Thompson's budget model. It has no special features but was NIJ approved.

Hiatt 1010

This handcuff was made by Hiatt-Thompson, the US associates of Hiatts. Several colours could be ordered of which this pink one is best known for its use in prison transport in Maricopa County.

Hiatt 1054

These standard hinged cuffs were made by Hiatt-Thompson, the US associates of Hiatts.

Hiatt 1054

This is the pink version of the previous cuff.

Hiatt 2003

The 2003 model has a 15% larger schackle than the standard models and is also called 'Big Guys' or 'Deluxe' handcuff. Hinged versions of this size of handcuff also exist.

Hiatt 2003/7

This version of the previous cuff has a factory installed seven link connecting chain.

Hiatt 2003T

The 2003T 'training' handcuff is identical to a normal 2003 but has a black coloured bow in order to identify it as a 'training' handcuff. A hinged version (2054T, see later entry) also exists.

2003 BAR

These 2003 handcuffs are factory mounted on a 46 cm bar.

Hiatt 2010

This is an early version of Hiatts standard handcuff. Both cuffs are marked 'HIATT' and they don't have the 'backloading' feature of all later models.

Hiatt 2010

This was Hiatts standard chain link handcuff.

Hiatt 2010

These handcuffs are brightly coloured in order to identify the prisoner wearing them. Lots of other colours also exist.

Hiatt 2010

These handcuffs are brightly coloured in order to identify the prisoner wearing them. Lots of other colours also exist.

Hiatt 2010

These handcuffs are brightly coloured in order to identify the prisoner wearing them. Lots of other colours also exist.

Hiatt 2010C

Model 2010C is a non-swing through version of Hiatts standard chain link handcuff. It has pieces of metal riveted between the cheek plates of the shackle.

Hiatt 2010

In this example only the lockcase is coloured. The bows are nickel plated.

Hiatt 2010

This is a purple version of the standard handcuff by Hiatt Thompson.

Hiatt 2015C

This is the black version of model 2010C.

Hiatt 2020

This handcuff is identical to the 2010 model except for the double locking button which can be pressed by hand on this model.

Hiatt 2050

This was Hiatt's standard hinged handcuff.

Hiatt 2050C

Model 2050C is a non-swing through version of Hiatts standard hinged handcuff. It has pieces of metal riveted between the cheek plates of the shackle.

Hiatt 2054

This is Hiatts hinged handcuff in the 'big guys' size.

Hiatt 2054T

The 2054T 'training' handcuff is identical to a normal 2054 but has a black coloured bow in order to identify it as a 'training' handcuff.

Hiatt 2060

This is Hiatt's extended pattern handcuff. It is made in the 'Deluxe' size.

Hiatt 2061

This is Hiatt's extended pattern handcuff with shackles that open opposite to each other.

Hiatt 2075

This is the black version of model 2050.

Hiatt 2103

This 'Speedcuff' is a rigid handcuff, fitted with a plastic handle and is made in the 'Big Guys' size.

Hiatt 2222

This is a budget cuff from Hiatt-Thompson with no special features.

Hiatt 3103

This is an aluminium (light weight) version of the 2003 model.

Hiatt 3105

This is a black version of the 3103 model.

Hiatt 3154

This is an aluminium version of the 2054 cuff.

Hiatt 3160

This is an aluminium version of the 2060 extended pattern hinged handcuffs, made in the 'Big Guys' size.

Hiatt 4010

This is a leg-iron sized handcuff. A hinged version (see next entry) also exists.

Hiatt 4050

This is the hinged version of the previous model.

Hiatt 4075

This is the black version of model 4050.

Hiatt 4075C

These black oversized hinged handcuffs are of the 'C' range which means they are non-swing through.

Hiatt 5010

These oversized handcuffs are really big! They are actually oversized model 5020 leg-irons with a 2 link connecting chain.

Hiatt 9010

This is a leg-iron sized handcuff by Hiatt-Thompson.

Hiatt HSS-9

The HSS-9 was Hiatt's high security handcuff. The double lock is operated by means of a tumbler lock so when the cuffs are double locked, two keys are needed to unlock them.

Hiatt UL1

Hiatt's 'ultimate' handcuff is a rigid handcuff that folds flat for storage in a pouch. When unfolded, the cuff turns rigid and needs to be unlocked through the center keyhole in order to fold flat again.

Hiatt UL5

This is the black version of the previous cuff.

Horst Stein 615L

This company made handcuffs for a prison called 'Moabit'. This chunky cuff has holes in the moving bows. A version with serrations also exists.

Horst Stein 616

This company made handcuffs for a prison called 'Moabit'. This strange hinged cuff has holes in the moving bows. A version with serrations also exists.

IDSA

These cuffs are made in Argentina. They take a non-standard key and have an unusual 'dimple' in the swinging bows.

Innotec

These French cuffs resemble the ones made by Rivolier. They also take a second key to unlock the double lock.

Italian

This unusual handcuff is called a bagno. It closes by turning the top part on the center pin. This causes the flat bar to lower. It can be locked with a padlock.

Italian

This simple chain handcuff has to be locked with a padlock and measures 66 cm (26").

Italian

These cuffs take an unusual key and have an even more peculiar triangular linkage with an attached round link. They are often called the WWII model but are probably more recent. They have been used by the carabiniers until the 1970's.

Jay-Pee

These are standard handcuffs, made in Spain. They were made by the same company that also manufactures the Alcyon brand. There is a number on one of the moving bows which could be a partial date stamp (0-1-78).

JG 1952

These darbies can be found with various years on them. They were used by the military.

Jing Cha

These are well made hinged handcuffs from China. They have small push buttons to activate the double lock and come with two cuff-shaped keys.

Kayser 5

When folded flat, these cuffs do not lock but when they are opened (or put on a prisoner's wrists), they can only be unlocked with a key. The popular name for these cuffs is 'Hamburger Eight'. This set is marked 'Hollandsch wap. mag. Den Haag which implies that these German cuffs have been used in the Netherlands.

K&D

These cuffs look a lot like the French 'La Massenotte' models but are marked 'K&D Lüneburg' so they are probably from Germany.

Kel Met KM1001

These double locking handcuffs are made in Poland. They are rather large, non-mirrored and use a standard key.

Kel Met KM1100

These are training cuffs, based on the standard KM1001 model. They have sliding buttons on the lockcase to open the cuffs but a regular key also works.

Kel Met KM2000

These are stainless steel rigid handcuffs from Poland. They have no special features.

Kel Met KM2500

These double locking handcuffs are made in Poland. They are rather large, non-mirrored and use a standard key.

KH Security

These stainless steel standard cuffs are marketed by KH Security and are marked with their name and 'Germany'. The Instructions on the box are only in German but the cuffs are more than likely made in Taiwan.

Koch

These standard cuffs are very well made and are marked 'Koch Germany'. I don't know who actually made them.