| Name: | Lowe-CAMP (Snagless D) |
| Category: | non-locking |
| Shape: | asymmetric D |
| Material: | aluminum |
| Profile: | T-beam |
| Nose: | reverse notch & pin |
| Rivets: | flat dimpled |
| Gate Shield: | semi |
| Weight: | 40 g |
| Dimensions: | Length: 91 mm Width: 54 mm Depth (basket end): 9.68 mm Gate Opening: 24 mm |
| Strength Ratings: |  22 kN |  6 kN |
| Other Markings: | Stamped: LOWE - CAMP | ITALY - Pat. |
| Collection Criteria: | ★ Manufacturing, Engineering, or Design ★ Historically Interesting or Iconic |
| Summary: | snagless nose, interior relieved spine for wider gate opening |
| Description & Commentary: | Look at this thing! It appears to be an unassuming compact D, but it sports a snagless nose (but snagful gate) and a relief cut in the spine for an impressive 24 mm of gate opening! For contrast the Ang S achieves a similar 23mm opening using an undersized solid gate, and the larger Spirit v2 opens only 21mm. Also, don't miss the 1983 patent. If anyone has an old Lowe/CAMP catalog with more information on this design, please Contact Me. |
| Relevant Patent: | US4811467A |