I can help, but I need a bit more detail (or a photo) to be sure—“old metal hooks” could be a lot of different things.
Here are the most common types and what they were used for:
🪝 1. Wall / ceiling hooks (general use)
- Used for hanging:
- lanterns 🏮
- tools 🔧
- pots and pans 🍳
- Common in older houses and sheds
🐄 2. Farm / stable hooks
- Used in barns for:
- ropes
- harnesses
- buckets or feed bags
🚪 3. Door hooks / latches
- Used to keep doors, windows, or gates closed
- Often paired with a loop or eyelet
🧺 4. Clothing / storage hooks
- Found in old wardrobes or walls
- For hanging coats, bags, or hats
🛠️ 5. Utility / workshop hooks
- Used in garages or workshops for tools, ladders, or cables
💡 How to identify yours
Look at:
- 🔩 Shape (straight, curved, double-ended?)
- 📏 Size (small household vs large industrial)
- 🧱 Where you found it (home, shed, farm, furniture)
- 🔧 Any screw holes or mounting base
📸 If you want a precise answer
Send a photo and I can tell you:
- exactly what it is
- what it was used for
- and whether it’s collectible or just hardware 👍
