Powhatan 1-1/2 NH Solid Brass Vintage Fire Hose Nozzle w/ Female Hose Collar

Substantial vintage solid-brass fire hose nozzle by Powhatan Brass & Iron Works of Ranson, West Virginia, marked “1 1/2 POWHATAN NH.” The long tapered smooth-bore form and removable female hose collar give it strong authentic firehouse and industrial character. Excellent as firefighting memorabilia, an industrial display piece, or Americana décor. Powhatan’s Ranson plant traces to the late 19th century and manufactured brass and iron fittings primarily for firefighting equipment. Comparable 1½" NH Powhatan nozzles of this approximately 10" configuration are commonly attributed to the mid-20th century, including documented examples described as 1960s production. Details Brand/Artist/Country: Powhatan Brass & Iron Works; Ranson, West Virginia, USA Item Description: Vintage solid-brass smooth-bore fire hose nozzle with removable female threaded hose collar Markings: “1 1/2 POWHATAN NH” Design Details: Long tapered barrel with rounded discharge tip, stepped base, threaded lower connection, and separate female hose collar; utilitarian machined construction Age Range: Approximately 1960s–1980s; potentially somewhat earlier or later within Powhatan’s long production history Dimensions: Nozzle approximately 10" long; approximately 11-3/8" total assembled length Connection Size: 1-1/2" NH / National Hose thread as marked Materials: Solid brass with internal gasket/fiber material visible in collar Color Palette: Aged brass, dark bronze, brown, touches of green oxidation Design Styles: Industrial, Utilitarian, Machine Age, Mid-Century, Americana, Firehouse, Firefighting Memorabilia Condition Vintage: 20+ years old Used Substantial naturally aged brass patina throughout Surface oxidation, darkening, spotting, scuffs, scratches, and handling wear consistent with age and possible service use Areas of darker oxidation and minor verdigris visible Machining marks remain visible along the tapered barrel Engraved/stamped Powhatan NH identification remains legible Removable threaded female collar is included Interior collar material shows age and wear No major cracks or obvious structural breaks visible in the photographs Not pressure tested or certified for active firefighting use; sold as a vintage collectible/decorative item

Condition

Used (normal wear)

Color

Gold

Type

Fire Hose Nozzle

Original Or Reproduction

Vintage original