What is it?

[scifan57]

Looks like a "Road closed" sign. As seen on road construction sites.

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Almost there,Kevin. It's not just used on roads.

 

[scifan57]

Here's another photo.

 

[scifan57]

As I can no longer monitor this challenge,I'm posting the answer.
The item is a folding barricade used to temporarily block access to areas both on and off road during construction or repair.
The challenge is now opened to any IPF member who wishes to post an answer.

 

[scifan57]

What is this? What is it normally used for?

 

[scifan57]

It's made of rubber coated cast iron.

 

[scifan57]

Here's another photo.

 

[scifan57]

Here's the whole object.

 

[AdmiralAdama]

Is it a hand held weight for muscle conditioning?
AA

 

[scifan57]

Is it a hand held weight for muscle conditioning?
AA

Correct,Admiral.
The weight of the next challenge rests on your shoulders.

 

[AdmiralAdama]

What is this and who's likely to use it.
AA


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[scifan57]

Some kind of saw? Used by a machinist,welder,etc ..

 

[AdmiralAdama]

It does cut through something, but not wood.
AA


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[BostonDan]

Small engine?

 

[BostonDan]

Wrong place in thread sorry

 

[AdmiralAdama]

Here's a fairly large clue.
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