Brass fire extinguishers of the hand pump type which used to be fitted to vehicles in the 30's to 50's used to contain a highly toxic and cancer causing chemical. This chemical is now banned and an item...
There are many vintage fire extingushers on sale 'The 'old brass' types may still contain carbon tetracholride. Carbon tetrachloride is a probable carcinogen. Inhalation and ingestion are harmful, and may be...