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The first built-in locks often were of a simple screw-type, but soon developed into the "Darby" type. In Europe these continued to be used into the middle of the 20th century, whereas in the U.S. from the late 19th century onwards many new designs were invented and produced before handcuffs and leg
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One type of shackle, called an "Oregon Boot" or "Gardner Shackle", was patented in 1866 by the warden of the Oregon State Penitentiary, J. C. Gardner. The shackle consisted of an iron band supported by braces which went down and under the prisoner's foot. The shackle's weight
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A variety of restraint types already existed in Roman times. Some early versions of cup lock shackles existed at this time. These were widely used in medieval times, but their use declined when mass production made the manufacture of locks built into restraints affordable.
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In comparison to handcuffs, the wearing of leg irons may be found less restrictive. Thus, the prison authorities in several countries deem their long-term use acceptable. To avoid condoning this controversial practice, the countries of the
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The earliest fetters found in archaeological excavations date from the prehistoric age and are mostly of the puzzle lock type. Fetters are also referenced in ancient times in the Bible (
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Simple fetter types continue to be used, like puzzle lock shackles as the typical slave iron, or irons riveted shut for prisoners being transported to overseas prison camps.
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have banned exporting leg irons into non-EU countries. The countries that continue to make prisoners wear fetters long-term now tend to manufacture their own restraints.
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the prisoner's movements to prevent escape, and long-term use would cause severe injury to the wearer. Use of this type of shackle was ended by the mid-20th century.
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of a person to allow walking only with a restricted stride and to prevent running and effective physical resistance. Frequently used alternative terms are
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Heavy legcuffs from China, including a metal plate to protect the keyhole from collecting dust or being tampered with
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concerning trade in certain goods which could be used for capital punishment, torture or other
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This article is about physical fetters used as restraints. For other uses, see
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irons of the Peerless type became the standard several decades ago.
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Index

Fetters
Fetter (disambiguation)
Point of sail § No-go zone

Chain gang
physical restraints
ankles
prisoners
slaves
chain gangs
Metaphorically

2 Samuel 3:34
Job 36:13
Psalm 149:8
hobbled
European Union
Cup lock shackle with no built-in lock
Standard type legcuffs made in Taiwan
Heavy legcuffs from China, including a metal plate to protect the keyhole from collecting dust or being tampered with
Ball and chain
Bilboes
Electronic tagging
Handcuffs
Hobble (device)
Thumbcuffs
"Select Your Library - Credo Reference"
Chisholm, Hugh
"Fetters and Handcuffs" 
Encyclopædia Britannica

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