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The Braillists on Bargain Hunt!

Can you guess today’s mystery object? Eric Knowles baffles punters at Stoneleigh antiques fair in Warwickshire with an intriguing brass-hinged item with holes in it – but what was it used for? Matthew Horspool reveals all!

The object is shown from approximately 13 minutes through the programme.

Watch Bargain Hunt Series 72: Stoneleigh 9 on iPlayer

Posted on 22nd September 202522nd September 2025Author Matthew Horspool

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