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I dont know what these are called but if you have them please let me know:
I think they are steel???? Seems like it. It doesnt look like straps.

They are called saddle clamps by some or top clamps most have a number on the back and they are left and right beware like my 1919 dodge I got a pair that fit but held the top up really high before find the correct ones. They are pretty specific to car and body style

Thanks Karl! I have a 1912 Torpedo Roadster!

What's the purpose of those clamps? I have a Torpedo also and and have never used any clamps other that the leather hold down strap. My bows have a socket and pin that nest together when folded down. Would sure be nice to have something to keep the window from resting on top of the gas cap and getting all marred up though!

I think you pretty much nailed it. Sag.

Gene what you need is a top boot!

To the top. Anyone?

I still need saddle clamps.

A torpedo roadster will require clamps with just three curved sections to support the bows. The more common type for tourers have four. The other variable is the height of the mounting point for the clamp. Most have that point cast in place, so it cannor be varied to make a better fit, or height of the bow stack.
I don't believe they were ever used on Ford cars from the factory, so you are looking for accessories.

Allan from down under.

I've seen Canadian cars with clamps - accessory for an American car - I have several different sets.

Is this what you were looking for?

William's are roadster clamps for three bows. Whether your car has t.he mounting bracket for them is the next question. Whether to height of the bracket on the car will be acceptable is the next question. His are good in one aspect. The mountings are off-set, so they can be swapped from one side to the other to dodge fittings on the irons.
As others mention, they are accessories on US model T's.
Allan from down under

Hi Bill, yes! Do you wish to sell them?

Allan, the picture in Bruces book would argue your point.

Thanks all for responding.

Good morning Mike, if you would wish to discuss the top bow clamps you can text me. My number is 419-217-8884.