Title
American LaFrance Pike PoleCreation Date
circa 1919 – 1982Dimensions
4in W x 144in L
1.5in Diameter
Measurement of the pike pole minus the chain.
15.5in L
15.5in L
Measurement of the chain.
Count
Accessory
Maker's Mark
American LaFrance
American LaFranceDescription
A twelve (12) foot long wooden pike pole that is attached to the right side of the 1919 American LaFrance Fire Truck (2001.01.001.1-2) by a pair of round, red painted brackets. At one end of the round wood pole is a sixteen (16) inch long metal hook that consists of a 1/2 inch wide, straight and curved metal spike. A metal chain is attached to the opposite end of the pole. The chain consists of nineteen (19) chain links that are each 3/4 inch wide and 2 inches long, as well as a small metal hook on the end. The wood is stained and has a varnish finish.
