Genuine Anson 1920s Crab Grip Collar Bar

An original 1920s Anson crab-grip collar bar, a clever period design that secures the collar with small gripping hooks rather than passing through eyelets.

The articulated, stepped form and fine ridged detailing are typical of Anson’s early work, combining practicality with understated elegance. The crab-grip mechanism allows it to be worn with collars that do not have pre-made holes, making it both versatile and distinctly of its era.

Worn beneath the tie, it draws the collar points in and lifts the knot for a sharp, sculpted presentation synonymous with 1920s dress.

A genuine antique piece, not a reproduction.

Condition

Excellent vintage condition. Mechanism strong and functional, with a warm aged tone and light, honest signs of wear consistent with a century-old accessory. A fine and increasingly hard-to-find example of early collar hardware.