I have to check how long they are, as I might try to repair them in the future. I have lead, ladle, torch for when we used to do lead and oakum joints in waste lines and rain water leaders. I can find cheaper versions of the same era so the spring ring matches, and cut the cable off or try to pull them out so I don't lose any inches. Then drill it bigger put the end in and pour in the lead. Problem is, I think they may have been cut and cleaned and stripped to many times?? .. Danny