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Antique
Egg Beaters

The


Monroe Patented 1859 / 1860  Eggbeater  This is a very hard to find, and relatively early patented beater as the patents for it were first pulled in the mid 1800's. Several different versions were produced over the years, with most of them having a provision for table mounting like this one does. (note shown in pic) Overall it is in excellent condition with just a light coating of rust that will clean or look great once some attention and oil or wax are applied. Rare, early and desirable. Highly recommended!!

Good + . . . . . SOLD!








Monroe Patent Eggbeater  This rare and unusual antique eggbeater is simply marked Pat Appl'd For on the top of the beater shaft gear. It is otherwise unmarked. It is obviously a Monroe patent from its features and design. Given the make-up and history / provenance of this eggbeater I believe it is the patent model or prototype the Monroe brothers manufactured before being granted their patent in 1859 and going into production with slightly different designs. The book The Eggbeater Chronicles pictures numerous other examples, but none like this, or marked like this.  

The first indication that this is a patent model or prototype is the gearing on the main cast iron wheel and counter gear to drive the dashers. There is none. No gear teeth, and there never was. It is not operational in the sense one would expect because of this, although the dashers move and operate like they should. There are just no gear teeth on the gears to drive the dashers. Both of these drive "gears" were cast without any gear teeth at all. The main gear is also unmarked unlike all other production model Monroe beaters known, save one, that Don Thornton pictures in the seminal work on the subject, The Eggbeater Chronicles, published a few years ago. They are all marked with the name and patent info.

Also pointing toward this idea of this eggbeater being the patent model or a prototype is where it originated from. This beater came from an old collection of not just eggbeaters, but also other unusual mechanical pieces, and the original owner's estate was divided up amongst the heirs. The original owner and antique collection were located near Peekskill, NY and the nearby location Garrison-on-the-Hudson is where O. Rundle Gilbert resided and sold many of the patent models from the patent model collection he had purchased in the 40's and was selling. Being from 1859 or before would also explain the overall pitted condition and lack of a proper tag. To explain, many of the earliest patent models were lost to fires at the patent office back in the late 1800's. Many metal patent models were saved and in many cases had a crusty / rusty appearance from the ordeal they went through. I lightly cleaned and oiled this eggbeater and it looks good. The wheels turn, and the dashers operate and are stable. The clamp screw works as it should. The porcelain knob is good.

A rare and unusual beater never seen before for the complete and top of the line collection. The search is over. Beat this!

Good + . . . . . . SOLD!

Jaquette #1 Eggbeater Patented 1883 This is the smallest and along with the largest version, the hardest to find of the 4 different size Jaquette egg beaters. The patent was issued in 1883 and the inventor was from PA. This one has patent info on the center hub but is otherwise unmarked. I bought my first one of these at an engine show where it was on display as a what's it / paint mixer. I did not know exactly what it was, but had a feeling it was not meant for a paint can. Over the years I have had a few of the middle size versions of this beater, and at least a couple of the largest size w/ wooden handles, but this is only the second one of this size I have had in over 20 years of buying, selling, and looking for unusual eggbeaters. There is a pretty complete write-up on them, and the inventor, in Don Thornton's book on the subject, The EggBeater Chronicles where he places a value on this smallest model at 1000.00 +.
The condition is exceptional.There is no damage, and no rust or pitting. It is tight, and runs well. All of the solder joints are good, and this one has the flat strap dashers as opposed to the more typically seen round wire version pictured in Thornton's book and typically found. A rare eggbeaters in uncommonly nice condition. Beat this!.

Excellent . . . . . . SOLD!

1885 Bryant Patent ANTIQUE Archimedean Egg Beater / Whip This 1885 Bryant Patent Archimedean Egg Beater / Whip is marked Bryant's Pat. It is in fine working condition. The wood handle / knob moves up and down correctly making the dashers spin. A hard to find early egg beater. Clean and nice.

Fine. . . . . . 85.00       SOLD!!

S & S / Hutchinson Mixer / Mayonnaise Maker / Churn The S & S / Hutchinson Co of New York made a few different mixers and Mayonnaise makers. This is one of the more unusual and harder to find of those. We have owned and sold at least a dozen of the larger model that you find offered with the letters S & S in the top wheel. We have even had one of the harder to find ones with Hutchinson in the wheel. This is the first of this smaller #2 model we ever found. It is in very nice condition, and the glass has no chips dings or other damage. It is pictured and talked about in Thornton's book and is valued there at $400. Different!!

Fine. . . . .  SOLD!

The Double Triple Clockwork Egg Beater This unmarked eggbeater is a one of a kind never before seen oddity that nearly defies description its design and operation are so strange. The name we have given it tries to capture the essence of the operation, but that can only really be done when the operation is seen and the 3 main horizontal gears housed within the lower circle, just above the 3 lower paddles or dashers all begin moving in unison, much like a clockwork mechanism, surely creating the desired effect of whipping up a superior egg. The basic design of the handle and main drive gear could be attributed to any number of classic makers from near the turn of the last century, but the bottom portion is a completely new and novel idea that I have never seen anything similar to compare it to. The main drive wheel shows faint layout lines that the maker used during the design and fabrication of this, and there are others on the paddles and frame which indicate that this was a prototype or first in a series that never quite got past the design stage as this is the only one known or that has ever been seen. A true one of a kind eggbeater that just can't be BEATEN.

Good + . . . . .  SOLD!









2 Dover Clamp-on Eggbeaters  These hotel size beaters were made for commercial use in hotels, bakeries, schools and the like. The larger one on the left is hard to find, but they are available, and I even have a couple variations of these hotel sized beaters available for sale on the Kitchen / Beater page on our sister site (link below). The one on the right is a different story and its complete story is not known or told in even Don Thornton's great book The Egg Beater Chronicles. It is the beater with the single 1870 patent date marked on the beveled wheel. He has the beater pictured, but other than the mention of ours with the table clamp few others seem to be around, and I have only seen one other in all of my travels.

Good + . . . . .  SOLD!

The Holt Right Angle Egg Beater / Cream Whip  This beater is in very nice condition. As with most of them, the wheel skips a bit in operation, but that was a design flaw and not a condition the has resulted from beating up a million or so eggs. Every example of this beater I have ever had has had this condition, and that along with the coming of electricity probably explains the relative rarity of these pieces. There are two patent dates in the wheel from 1899 and 1900, one of them no doubt for the unusual right angle design, and the other most likely for the flared design dashers that this company was so well known for. These beaters were produced in this, the 8.5" size, and in much fewer numbers in the next size up which is 11 or so inches tall. If you ever see one of those, grab it as you may never have the opportunity again

Good + . . . . . SOLD!




Holt Lyon Prototype Egg Beater   This looks homemade and kind of weird, but it came from Saugerties NY and the estate of the maker / designer of Holt Lyon beaters. Don Thornton got some from the same location, but this one came from the attic and was sold later at a yard sale. Different.

Good . . . . .  SOLD!







The Lebanon Beater  Patented in 1892, this unusual beater was invented by a man named Seltzer but goes by the name of the locale in Pennsylvania from which he hailed. Without a doubt it is one of the most unusual designs ever for an eggbeater, so unusual that I doubt it worked very well.   Don Thornton gives a colorful history of the designer and the beater in his Eggbeater Chronicles.  This example is in excellent condition and is marked Patent Pending rather than with a date. The operation is smooth but in a race I bet I would beat you with a fork, which makes this device all the more collectible and another great example of Yankee ingenuity at its finest!

Good + . . . . .  SOLD!




Jaquette Bros. #2 Eggbeater  This is one of the stranger designs and most graphic of all the many eggbeaters that was ever invented and produced for the American consumer. I got my first one many years ago at an Tractor and Engine Show where it was being presented as a paint mixer, and you know what, I didn't know any better either, and just bought it because it was different!  This example is in super condition and has no problems or apologies. They came in three different sizes, with some variations in the numbering, and some differences in the design of the handles and agitator portion, with this being either round  wire or flat ribbon material. A good one, and hard to find!!

Good + . . . . .SOLD!




The Express Flyswatter Eggbeater  This is another strange design and graphic eggbeater that was patented and produced for the American consumer. A good one, and hard to find!!  It is also a lesson in the collectible market. The eggbeater market was HOT a number of years ago. There were several books put out on the subject, and it was a fun category to collect and to look for. Beaters like this were considered rare, and in the heyday were selling for 1500- 2000 incredible as that may seem. The last one I bought I paid 750.00 when I knew they were headed down, but had no idea how far. I figured i could still get $1000 and be OK.   I sold that one several years later for 500. The last few I have seen sell on eBay have struggled to get that high. Will the prices cycle back?  Maybe. Do I think they will, NO.

Good + . . . . . SOLD!





Holt Lyon Beater w/ Funnel  This beater is known as the flared dasher design, and has the unusual and hard to find funnel that was sold as an accessory to help when making mayo or when you had to drip oil into the mix at a slow rate. A hard to find beater complete.

Good + . . . . .  SOLD!







Dover "Stands Alone" Patented Stand-Up Eggbeater  This odd looking Dover eggbeater sports three patent dates from 1873-1879, and its most notable feature is the tin bottom stand that allows it to be left standing upright in the bowl or on the tabletop. Talk about a beater that displays well!      A rare and hard to find beater.

Good + . . . . .  SOLD!








Minute Maid Eggbeater  This eggbeater is a later design but has a lot of neat design elements going for it. First there are the heart shaped dashers, next is that fact they run counter to each other inside the main frame to real beat them eggs up. It has a great action and look. It is dirty, but will clean.

Good + . . . . . SOLD!


Unique M.H. Roberts Patent Archimedes Egg Beater   Maurice H. Roberts, the Boston inventor who designed this ingenious and appealing Archimedes beater, is not to be confused with Harry P. Roberts, another Boston inventor who likewise patented an Archimedes beater. This unique beater, patented April 25, 1922, has a turned up 4-pronged dasher affair as well as a perforated circular disk, both of which aid in the mixing and beating and, in the process it would seem, do their share of splashing and splattering as well!  This example is the first we have ever had of this beater design, and it is in very nice overall condition.

Good + . . . . .  SOLD!



Ram Double Propeller Eggbeater  A fellow by the name of Robert Moore from New York City patented this line of beaters during the 20's. He made 3 or 4 different versions during their short production period, and this example is one of the most difficult to find. It is in super condition and still sports most of the original finish on the handle and knob. It is marked on the main wheel "RAM BEATER /  PAT", and then a picture of a Ram with "Trade Mark" written underneath it. The operation is smooth as silk, and this will make a great addition to the growing collection.

Good + . . . . . SOLD!



The Lower Egg Beater  This is one of the rarest of the rare in the kitchen collectible world. It looks like it should be from the mid 1800's, but the patent for this odd looking device was pulled in the 1920's which would have put it in direct competition with the Sunbeam Mixmaster. The race was on!!   Unless you were from way out there, where electricity was still unheard of, which would you have bought home to impress the wife. Well that part of the story is history now, and Sunbeam is still making a version of their invention, while Mr. Lower probably died a pauper. RARE!  There are only a handful of these known and it is without a doubt one of the most desirable and sought after of all mixers that are known in the Kitchen collectibles world.  There is a break in the end gear wheel casting that has been repaired, and is barely noticeable unless pointed out. It matters little to the overall importance of this wonderful piece

Good + . . . . . SOLD!

The Standard Wire Handle Beater 12 1/2  This 12 1/2" tall beater features the  now-famous "incurvation" design of dashers as described by Thomas Brown in his patent write-up. This beater has 2 patent dates March 8th 1881, and July 14th 1885 cast into the wheel. Don Thornton devotes an entire chapter of The Eggbeater Chronicles to this Boston manufacturer's extensive line of cast iron beaters, sorting out the array of Standard dates, markings and dashers through his meticulous patent research, and although similar examples with wire handles are known, this particular variation is not pictured, and is taller than those known or shown. This example is a beauty with no rust or pitting, and exhibits just a nice rich patina. It is nicely marked Dover Pat in addition to the above dates. Rare and desirable is the proper description for this one.

Good + . . . . .  SOLD!

Antique
Butter Churns / Mixers

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"The World" Water Powered Butter Churn   These churns were patented here in the US and offered mostly to third world countries in need of a butter churn that did not need to be plugged in. I think this was at a period before water was considered a resource to be preserved and not mindlessly poured down the drain. An odd idea that was not a big hit given the relative scarcity.

Good + . . . . .$125.00         SOLD!

Portland Maine Wooden Butter Churn   This is a great piece of Americana with great paint and in great condition.

Good + . . . . .$295.00         SOLD!

Landers Frary & Clark Universal #15 Glass Churn / Whipper  Examples of this small #15 size glass churn in the Landers, Frary and Clark line are few and far between. It is far less frequently found than their well-known clamp-on mayonnaise mixer, and it is much rarer than their hard-to-find #25 and #35 mid-size glass churns. And it is certainly much rarer than the popular Dazey 1 Qt. churn, or even Dazey's assorted size churns with their early horseshoe logo. If you are looking for a churn that truly is rare, the Universal #15 is the one. This example is the only one we have ever owned in this size. It has been in our own collection for a number of years, and we know of only one other. And it is in super condition, looking like it has seen very little use. The jar is excellent with no cracks or chips. The metal parts are free of corrosion and very clean. The embossed lettering on the jar and the cast lettering on the lid are bold and clear. It is marked "Pat. Applied For" as well as with the patent date of Oct. 1, 1915. You'll be proud to display this top-of-the-line churn!

Good + . . . . .$995.00         SOLD!

Landers Frary & Clark Universal #35 Glass Churn / Whipper  This is the largest size of this churn / mixer L F & C made.Nice!

Good + . . . . .$795.00         SOLD!

S & S Mayonnaise Maker Churn / Whipper  These are usually chipped and damaged. This example is as nice as one could ask for. Nice!

Good + . . . . .$395.00         SOLD!

"Churn a Minute" Butter Churn / Whipper  Everyone had a better idea, or name for their idea. This unusual churn is as nice as one could ask for. Nice!

Good + . . . . .$995.00         SOLD!

Cornish, Curtis & Greene Butter Churn  At first this antique churn's design looks like a crazy idea, but as soon as you start to spin it, you instantly realize that this fellow had come up with a winner. Because he hooked up his supports at opposing diagonal corners, this puppy revolves almost effortlessly because it is so out of balance. I have had square churns that were just mounted on opposing parallel sides, and they were slow, off balance, and not at all interesting to see in operation. This one on the other hand is super both in looks and action, and will be a highlight of the churn collection. The stencil and writing that remain attest to this fact, and it has info on several of the side panels about all the awards it won at the state fairs and such. I imagine that it won even more than these. I had a catalogue from this company last year, and it was really neat as this company made a full line of dairy and butter products, first for the farmers in Minnesota and later as they became famous for their superior products, for the dairy folks all over the country. This is the smallest #1 size, and I would estimate it at about 5 or 6 gallons. It is in overall good condition with the paint and stencil being very fragile and in need of a stabilizing treatment, but I am going to leave that to the next owner's taste. It is a winner, both in design and looks, and will become a great display piece in your collection!

Good + . . . . .$1295.00         SOLD!

#10 Horseshoe Logo Dazey 1 Qt. Butter Churn   This churn is an example of Dazey's earliest model, the Horseshoe Logo churn. They came in at least 4 different configurations, and now with the fake ones floating about I suppose we should say 5.   The top portion is undamaged and in pretty nice condition. It still retains much of its original silver finish and the previous owner has also applied a light coat of some sort of clear finish to further protect it. The wooden paddles are very nice. The rivets in the top and the area around them are very nice indeed, with no looseness or stress cracks. It looks real good and displays nicely. The glass jar is very nice with just the normal flakes at the rim from the way they cut it during the manufacture process.

Good + . . . . .$1495.00         SOLD!

Grey Granite Butter Churn   This is quite unusual in the scheme of thing. Minor damage to the lid, the rest is nice.

Good + . . . . .$1295.00         SOLD!

Cast Iron Base Gear Driven Butter Churn   This is an unusual churn. Found in an attic in upstate NY it was retired long before it wore out.

Good + . . . . .$495.00         SOLD!

The Davis Swing Churn  This unusual antique butter churn was made in Bellows Falls, Vermont, and is straight out of a time period that most of us do not remember, and involves a process that  most folks will soon have little understanding of. I have heard that butter is soon to be outlawed by the ever vigilant fat police. All kidding aside,  what was it like to make butter in a contraption like this?  Did the operator get to sit and read while doing it with this nearly effortless swing style churn which was one of the "improved and easy to use models"?  And who got the job of cleaning it later?  I wonder if questions like that were asked of the salesman way back then. This example is very nice, with lots of wonderful and original yellow paint and stenciling remaining. The frame and swing portion are all original, and in great condition. There is some slight fading and paint loss but that is typical and to be expected. It is probably about 8-10 gallons and is one of the smaller sizes of this make that I have ever seen. A great antique piece in original paint to decorate with in a family room or country kitchen!

Good + . . . . .$395.00         SOLD!

Salesman Sample Funk's Folding Dasher Churn  The condition is superb and is as if it was made yesterday it is so nice. I have never seen another salesman sample churn, or many other salesman samples that are as nicely or as delicately made as this super piece. When I was offered this, at first I thought that's nice, thinking it was just another full size churn that was in very nice condition, but then I saw the ruler in the next picture and I got my nose closer to the screen to be sure I was seeing it right. It only measures about 12" tall by about 5" square. I am sure the price would have started going up. The design of the dasher which has the feature of folding open on the down stroke of the finely turned lever / arm, and then folds up on the up stroke to make it easier to lift with less drag. It hails from Toledo Ohio, but the inventor lived just north of there in Michigan near Sturgis and it had been passed down through the original family of the inventor / manufacturer for the last hundred years or so till now.

Good + . . . . .$2495.00         SOLD!

Patented American Blue Granite Churn  I bought this churn at a tool show in New Hampshire one early morning a number of years ago, demonstrating that things show up in the most unlikely of places. We have bought things out of category at the most unlikely of places, from gun shows to book shows to even quilt and home improvement shows. This churn is in super condition and still has remains of the paper label identifying it as American. It also has a patent date in the cast iron portion at the top. When most people initially see this churn they assume it is foreign, but that is not true. These granite butter churns were bringing record breaking sums of money for a while a few years back when I bought this, which was after the books on Graniteware had come out a number of years ago.

Good + . . . . .$1295.00         SOLD!

Keystone Wall Mount Mixer / Eggbeater w/ Jar  This a a hard to find variant of a wall mount mixer. The cast iron arm is marked with the patent info, and the phrase "Oil Me"  The cast wheel says something to the effect that only qualified retailers can sell this. The jar is pretty nice. No chips at the top, and just minor flakes at the base. The wall bracket is included, and is a cast iron recast. Additional brackets offered below.

Good + . . . . .$175.00         SOLD!

Patented Merry Go Round / Ferris Wheel Milkshake Mixer  This a a hard to find antique mixer. There are a couple different versions out there, marked and unmarked.  It goes round and round and the cups go round and round at the same time. Most are found w/o the cup and lids. This one is complete. Very rare and very nice.

Good + . . . . .$1995.00         SOLD!

The Sanitary Patented 1912  Butter Churn   This bow and cord powered butter churn demonstrates antique alternative technology at it's most inventive!  The inventor of this device must have dreaded the time consuming drudgery and monotony of turning a Dazey churn style crank, and the back-breaking up-and-down-for-half-an-hour method of a conventional  dasher churn, so he decided to take advantage of the power of the lever, and the speed of a bow. The way this thing works is that you mount the colorful bracket to the wall and then loop a cord around the shaft of the dasher that hangs from the bracket. ( You provided the crock )  The end of the cord is connected to a lever, one pull of which produces a number of twirls of the dasher on the front swing and then the same number of twirls in the opposite direction on the back swing. Effortless and efficient if you could keep up.

We bought this piece as one of our very first purchases over the Internet, back in the days not that long ago when not everyone was watching and bidding. It wasn't long before it seemed not only us but the whole world had discovered eBay, and I bet if this were to come up for auction again the bidding would be a whole lot more competitive and the result a bit different. The condition of this vintage churn that dates  from 1912 is spectacular---it has never been used and sports original blue paint and yellow stenciling with the patent information. We have the original paperwork that came with the churn which indicates the manufacturer was located in Stanton, VA and it also touts the benefits of this great labor-saver!  Somehow I just don't think it was a marketing success as I have never seen another. The instructions also say that the main bracket affair makes for a great plant shelf when not in use. Marketing at its best!!

Good + . . . . .$495.00         SOLD!

Jewel Butter Churn / Mixer    This is a very rare and hard to find mixer. They came in two different versions that I know of.

Good + . . . . .$795.00         SOLD!

Sylabub Churn    There are lots of variations of these early tinware mixers, and this is one that is not pictured in The Eggbeater Chronicles by Don Thornton. It is unusually large in diameter, measuring about 4 3/4" across. The dasher design is an interesting double-decker affair, and the container is flat bottomed. We could not find a patent date on this piece, but it is undoubtedly  unique in design. The only apology is that a portion of the lip of the lid has deteriorated, but it is not noticeable when the lid is in place on the container.

Good + . . . . .$55.00         SOLD!

The Wonder Tin Syllabub Churn   This is a neat little antique tin mixer that was specially designed to make syllabub, a holiday dessert that was popular in the Southern United States in the last century and was made from a mixture of whole milk or cream, eggs, wine or cider, sugar or sweetener, and spiced with nutmeg and cinnamon. The design of this churn consists of an open ended cylinder, perforated around the bottom, and a plunger having a perforated double disk arrangement. The cylinder is stamped "The Wonder Cream Whip & Egg Beater Absolutely Unequaled". Nowadays these churns are found less and less frequently.

Good + . . . . .$75.00         SOLD!

Dazey 1 Qt. #10 Butter Churn  As with all antiques, condition is paramount when determining the value of Dazey churns. Here is the churn that exemplifies and vividly illustrates that famous saying by E.C. Simmons that long after the price is forgotten, the quality remains. This rare 1 Qt. Dazey churn with the "horseshoe logo" is the nicest example of the earliest model that I have ever had or seen. It is in excellent original condition and there is no damage, flaws, rust or corrosion that would dissuade any collector. Look at all the original silvery finish on the top. The rivets are good, tight, and with no looseness or stress cracks, and hold the top tight to the bright, shiny lid. Observe the crisp condition of the interior of the lid in the picture I have provided. The jar's bottom is boldly marked with the number 10. The jar itself has no damage, cracks, or chips. It's rim has the characteristic roughness associated with these early model jars, which results from the way they were cut off from the mold. The wood paddles are excellent and appear to have never seen cream.  These 1 Qt. Dazey churns are offered up on Internet auctions with regularity, but always in lesser condition, even when they claim them to be nice. That is not the case with this example, and I guarantee you will not be disappointed in the condition of this super piece!

Good + . . . . .$1395.00         SOLD!

Antique
Corkscrews / Can Openers

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Samar Triple Fixed Wingnut Flynut Corkscrew  Marked Samar on one side of the top wingnut. They are usually marked with a French name who was the the patentee. It functions properly.Nickel loss. Pretty nice!! 

Good  . . . . . $25.00        SOLD!!

German Multi Tool Corkscrew / Hammer / Bottle Opener & More  Good condition. A bit different. Nice.

Good +  . . . . . $32.50

Concertina Accordion Corkscrew  I see no markings. Nickel loss, some rust. It functions properly. Pretty nice!! 

Good  . . . . . $20.00        SOLD!!

German Mechanical Corkscrew Gambrinus DRGM No 137,497  Marked on one side of the barrel "GAMBRINUS D.R.G.M. 137497" and "Peter Hendrichs - Solingen" on the other side. Registered Design No 137, 497 dated May 23, 1900 by Carl Bewer . An odd mechanical corkscrew with a nickel plated brass barrel and cork ejector mechanism. Nice ebonized wooden handle.  It functions properly.

Good + . . . . . $700.00     SOLD!!

2 Stag Horn Corkscrews w/ Sterling Caps   From the Left. The first one is built on a Walker worm. It has a great monogramed sterling silver cap that has a belt buckle incorporated into its design. Very Nice!!

The one on the rights silver cap is done in such a way that the silver perfectly mimics the contours of the stag horn. It must have taken a lot of extra work to create that effect.

Left . . . . Good + . . . . . $100.00          SOLD!!

Right. . . . . Fine . . . . . $50.00           SOLD!!

Lund Patent 2 Piece Corkscrew  This antique corkscrew is unmarked as to maker but there is no doubt as to the patented design being a Lund. The worm is good. The side plate has a stipple decoration. Not much finish left, but has a nice patina.

Good . . . . . $50.00    SOLD!

2 Mini Lady Leg Corkscrews  Nice Condition

Good + . . . . . . $295.00 / Each         SOLD!!

Walrus Tusk w/ Silver Inscribed End Cap Corkscrew  Petite and Nice!!

Good + . . . . . . $295.00         SOLD!

Champaign Bottle Corkscrew  This is an interesting little antique pocket corkscrew from a Hofbrau in Denver Colorado. The decorated sides depict a pair of cupids, angels or similar. In addition to the corkscrew it has a foil ripper, and a knife blade. The knife blade is marked with what looks like  D. Heyser, DhLigs.

Good + . . . . . . $150.00         SOLD!

Zig - Zag Accordion Corkscrew  This is an interesting looking corkscrew that can be found w/ a number of different names.

Good + . . . . . . $125.00         SOLD!

Ideal / Perfect Accordion Style Corkscrew  This is an interesting corkscrew that is French and marked Ideal / Perfect.

Good + . . . . . . $65.00         SOLD!

H & B  Mfg  Co. / Humason & Beckley Co. Corkscrew   This is a very nicely crafted T handle corkscrew from the mid 19th century.H  & B stands for Humason & Beckley a well known 19th Century New Britain CT maker of hardware, barware and the like. Other than the one small chip in the Rosewood handle this fine cork screw is in super nice condition.

Good + . . . . . . $45.00         SOLD!

Lesto Lever Action Corkscrew   Nice!!.

Good + . . . . . . $75.00         SOLD!

Clough Patent Power Cone Corkscrew  This is a nice looking corkscrew. Clough is most famous for his patents for a simple design screw. This was an earlier patent issued on FEB. 22. 1897. This style screw can be found with slight variations in the make-up and look of the cone. Some are marked with the name Williamson.   Those with a Rosewood or ebony handle and the more sleek design of the cone like this one has would be the earliest of the models I believe. I do not see any markings or patent info which I have read is typical, but there is no doubt about it being an early Clough patent.

Good + . . . . . . $395.00         SOLD!

Armstrong Patent Concertina Action Corkscrew  This is marked on both sides of the bar. A bit rusty and dirty and most of the nickel plating is gone, but it is functional and will clean to be nicer. Super design and form that will display nicely!!

Good . . . . $95.00         SOLD!!

The Corkscrew Collection  Here is a collection / pile of corkscrews that I have acquired over the past few years. Do not be misled, I put the good ones that I recognize near the top. There may be a few sleepers in the middle, but I doubt it.  I hate seeing my stuff in boxes where I can not find it or see it. All in all there are about 40 or so different ones here, and most of the better ones are at the edges near the front.

Good + . . . . SOLD!

Multi Harp Tool / Combo Tool Harp  Versions of these combo tools have been around for about ever. The newest versions have Phillips head screwdrivers. This one does not. It does have a hammer and corkscrew as well as an assortment of other useful tools and the leather case.

Good + . . . . . $25.00         SOLD!!

Smith & Hull Patented 1901 Combination Knife Sharpener & Can Opener  This unusual design knife sharpener / can opener was virtually unknown till a fellow found a bucket full of them in a barn sometime back. The idea was granted a patent 675,021 in 1901. It has maker info on the cutter. Not one of the most elegant, user friendly or workable ideas ever put out.      All original and nice!\

Good + . . . . . $20.00           SOLD!!

Patented December 8th 1908 Cast Iron Can Opener   Oscar Braconier was granted a patent for his "better" idea can opener in 1908. Oscar hailed from ILL. This is an unusual and hard to find cast iron can opener from the era when America was still producing quality pieces meant to last a lifetime and not cheap flimsy sheet metal trash that breaks down after a few uses. A neat design.

Good +  . . . . . . $75.00         SOLD!!

Antique Apple
Peelers / Parers / Corers

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The Thompson Apple Parer / Corer / Sectioner  The Thompson may not be the rarest of peelers, but it is certainly one of the most graphic and highly sought after. I attempted to make these look common a few years ago by buying, selling, or trading off 5 of them over a two year span. It was an amazing string of coincidences with a large amount of luck mixed in. I actually got two of them in one day. I drove 8 hours to get one and then traded it for a sewing machine the same day.  Most patented apple peelers worked with gears and cranks and various designed cutters and knives, but with this one you lift the arm on the geared arch, load it up, and then swing the arm down to quickly peel the apple and at the bottom the cutter sections and cores it for you. Quick, fast and no fuss, and just a little muss. A neat piece!

Good + . . . . .$1250.00       SOLD!





Buchi Apple Parer  This is a hard to find patented apple parer. It is much heavier duty than many of those you see.  There is no rust and no pitting. A nice one!   In operation, when the crank is turned table rotates a full circle and then the kickoff is activated and kicks the apple into the waiting bucket.

Good + . . . . .$395.00       SOLD!




Reading 78 Apple Peeler / Parer - Antique Kitchen Collectible  An original, not one of the current green knockoffs sold as such. Tune it up and use it, or display as a true antique and piece of Americana.  Very nice.

Good + . . . . . $50.00     SOLD!!

.75 Saratoga Potato Chip Slicer   The Saratoga Chip is world famous. Google has entry after entry related to a search for that, and those links talk a lot about George Clum the Indian who supposedly first invented the potato chip in the 1850's in Saratoga Springs NY. Information about this .75 potato slicing device was a bit more elusive and hard to find. The patent was issued on June 18th 1887. The info cast onto the frame says it was made in New Britain CT. The best info is that it was .75 and sold by agents. I wonder if the original Indian inventor, George Clum was getting any sort of a kickback?.

To use, simply load a potato or other suitable vegetable onto the rotating arm, and go. I have heard that this is going to be the next "thing" after the craze for kettle corn finally fades in to the haze of rancid smelling burned oil with sugar mixed in.  Let them eat chips.

Fine . . . . .$100.00      SOLD!!

2 Sinclair Scott Apple / Peach Parer  The Sinclair Scott may not be the rarest parer to be found, but it is certainly one of the prettiest, with great looking hearts cast into the wheel. The design of the fork and the blades were made to work for peaches, which must have been a pretty messy job. Buy it to use if you want to make the pie-making chore easier on yourself and don't want one of those new overpriced ones you see advertised for sale in the fancy-dancy kitchenware catalogs.

Good . . . . .$75.00 / Each      SOLD!!

2 Lathe Type Apple Parers Apple parers came in all different designs and sizes.  These are referred to as lathe types. They are Baystates by Goodell.

Good . . . . .$30.00       SOLD!!

Lathe Type Apple Parers This one is a larger version of the regular Baystate and is known as one of the best and most reliable users.

Good . . . . .$70.00        SOLD!!

Advance" Lathe Type Apple ParerThis one is by Reading and they tried to incorporate every feature from every other parer into one. It works really well.

Good . . . . .$150.00      SOLD!!

Lathe Type Apple Parer This one is known as the little giant. It has features and performs tasks much larger ones claim, and hence the name "Little Giant".

Good . . . . .$40.00        SOLD!!

Lathe Type Patented Potato Parer I have heard that this is the new thing at fairs and shows in the Midwest. Potato ribbons. I can imagine a better deal, better for you, and better tasting than kettle corn. It has features and performs much like standard lathe type apple peelers with a slightly different head.

Good . . . . .$125.00        SOLD!!

The Quadrant Apple Peeler

Good + . . . . .$125.00      SOLD!

The Maxim on Board Apple Parer  

Good + . . . . .$395.00      SOLD!









Primitive Apple Parer / Peeler  A nice one!  

Good + . . . . .$150.00       SOLD!

The Eureka 3 Station Commercial Apple Peeler NOS still in its original box. It has been used, but it was stored back in its original box that still has the label at the end of the season.

Good + . . . . .$950.00       SOLD!






2 Reading 78 Apple Parers  Common but durable, the Reading 78 is the old standby for paring apples. One would wonder why they ever had to make another one after this one came out it was such a good design. In fact, they are still making them today. But these are vintage.

Good . . . . .$50.00       BOTH SOLD!

Reading Hardware Apple Parer Mfg. By Harbister Bros. This is one of the first parers that was produced and distributed by the Reading Hardware Co. The history of this company is described in great detail in Don Thornton's comprehensive new book called Apple Parers. The unique and unusual feature with this parer is the double turntable, and return feature of this mechanism. Every aspect of this example is proper including the fragile kickoff, the paring arm, and all of the castings. There is no rust and no pitting. A nice one!   In operation, when the crank is turned table rotates, first in one direction, and then reverses to go in the other, all the while peeling the apple before the kickoff is finally activated and kicks the apple into the waiting bucket.

Good + . . . . .  SOLD!

Antique Scales

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J. A. Hill Spiral Egg Grader / 3 Station Egg Scale This is a very unusual design patented egg grader / 3 station egg scale. It is electrically powered and has 3 different scales incorporated into the design where eggs of different sizes or weights would drop off the conveyor as they crossed over each station. There is also an area lit from below where the operator would check the eggs before the grading / weighing took place.

The inventor or Patentee, Joshua A. Hill hailed from Canoga Park CA. Joshua A. Hill was granted his first patent # 2442689 in 1948, and that patent # is found on this ones ID tag. Note the tag calls it off as a Model B, so this must have been a slight improvement over his initial design.

He was granted a second patent in 1952 for a similar looking device. Both patents are easily viewable using Google Patent search with the relevant info. Beyond that though, one can find scant further mention of, or examples of this rare egg scale / grader. The overall condition is nice noting some losses to the paint, some minor bug damage and some loose solder joints on the spokes of the spiral conveyor.The motor works, but sometimes sluggishly and sometimes binds up or stops. I took a movie of it, but can not seem to get it to work for this ad. I did not test it with real live eggs. 

A most unusual addition to the farm, scale, or egg related collection.

Good + . . . . . $475.00       SOLD!!

National Store Specialty Co. 4 lb. Candy Scale  This is a good looking general store candy scale that has been nicely restored. It has the hard-to-find front badge shield. The restoration was carefully done and looks very nice, not overdone, just nice. It seems to work, but the paper scale is a bit curled at the top and needs to be glued back down as the pointer rubs on it.  Nice!!

Good + . . . . . $375.00   SOLD!!

W. & L. E. Gurley Traveling Balance Scale  Great condition. It has a pierced metal collapsible frame and folding tripod legs. The scale is calibrated 0-100 oz. and comes with a set of chrome weights.

All housed in a fitted oak box with tag stating Gurley Standard Weights and Measures, Troy, N.Y., U.S.A. Patent date of May 8, 1913. It looks to have seen little if any use. As nice condition as one could ask for.

Fine . . . . . $375.00        SOLD!!

Gurley Aluminum Field Scale This scale was made of aluminum to keep the weight down to allow it to be used in the field or other places where it might have to be carried over long distances. It is an unusual choice of material for this type of scale. The condition is like new.

Good+ . . . . . . .$350.00    SOLD

Winchester Family Countertop Scale  This is in wonderful condition.

Good + . . . . .$175.00          SOLD!

Patented Egg Scale Different & Nice!!

Fine . . . . .$85.00       SOLD!

Patented Egg Scale Different & Nice!!

Fine . . . . .$75.00       SOLD!

Patented "Speedy" Egg Scale Rare & Nice!!

Fine . . . . .$325.00     SOLD!

Incredible Form and Condition Early New York Hanging Balance Scale  This is the nicest and earliest scale we ever owned. It carries the name of Dunbar and Hudson which was a hardware distributor in New York during the early part of the 19th Century. This piece is very early---the pans are marked with a date of 1832, and the location of Albany, New York as well. Note the fine condition of the original finish, and the fine details of the hooks, the beehive finial, and the finely turned pointer. It is really a nice piece, and I have it hanging right in front of me as reminder that everything is in balance in the long run. I wish.  There is also a box of weights that comes with this that may or may not be original to the piece. They range in weight from a few ounces to several pounds. A wonderful and rare piece of Americana!

Good + . . . . .$1450.00           SOLD!




Wood Case Analytical Apothecary Balance Scale  This precision lab or apothecary balance scale is in good overall condition. The glass panels are all good. It seems to be operational. I see no maker info anywhere on the case or the scale itself.

Good + . . . . . . . $95.00       SOLD!!

E. H. Sargent & Co. Specific Gravity Balance Scale w/ Beaker & Weights  Fine complete condition. The scale beam / bar is marked Made in Germany. The outer wooden box has the Sargent name.

Fine . . . . . $40.00

Perfection # 2 Size 4 lb. Candy Scale by American Machine Co. Philadelphia  This is an unusual general store candy scale. The overall condition is very nice and it is operational. The patent info "Pat. Feb 3, 1886" is on the leg bracket. The Perfection name and other info are cast into the front. It is in original red paint with a lady decal on the back side. Shows just minor wear.  The brass pan measures 15" x 8 3/4" and 4" deep. The scale frame measures: 13" L x 7 1/2" W x 10 1/2" T.  A nice display piece for your Country Store setup or home decor. The scale weighs approx. 20 pounds. Nice!!

Good + . . . . . $275.00      SOLD!!

Antique
Toasters & Electrical Appliances

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G E / General Electric Patented 1908 "Water Heater" Cook Pot  Be sure to check out the pic with the bottom of the strainer pot shown. G E is spelled out as part of the design in the bottom using the holes. No cord, and one dent in the double 2 wall container as pictured. Early & Unusual. 

Good  . . . . . $30.00       SOLD!!

Simplex Electric Chafing Dish Tin Lined Copper   This early electric combination chafing dish - stir pan was manufactured in the early 1900's. It was manufactured by Simplex Electric Heating Co. Cambridge Mass. This example says patented and later examples have a patent date of Sept. 3,1901. The wavy pattern on the lid was called a "fluted" pattern. It comes with good original crew plug cord. It heats up nicely and gets very hot with a 3 position switch on the base. Stove bottom, pan and chafing dish are in nice condition with no real damage. Note the claw feet holding a marble. Each pan can be fastened or locked to the base by moving the upper arm. A very nice example of an unusual early electric appliance.   

Good + . . . . . $75.00       SOLD!!

Simplex Electric Hot Plate  As above but just the bottom unit. Probably sold this way or with a number of combinations. Whatever the customer wanted / needed. It does have the claw feet holding marbles. The heat is controllable. No cord. Early & Unusual. 

Good  . . . . . $22.00       SOLD!!

Shak-Rite Electric Cocktail Shaker   The metal shaker is marked with a 1919 patent. The tag on the front says Patents Pending. It gives a location of Rockford ILL. The serial  # is 1698. A Google search using the name Shak-Rite seen on the front plaque came up empty. Further searches found an image of one on a poster for a cocktail shaker exhibition / collectors meeting. I found a picture of that one on display at that exhibition on its own pedestal under glass. It seems it is a pretty rare mixer from what I have learned in speaking with a few people.

The lever seen on the front, incorporated into the plaque, is the timer. You set that to the desired time and then push down the lever and it begins to rock back and forth mixing up your favorite cocktail. This feature is working. There is also a rheostat on the side, but that does not seem to be operable, and is a all or nothing affair. After pushing the main switch it does run, but at times needs to be coaxed along. I believe this is an adjustment in the transmission inside. The main crankshaft tends to hang up on the upper most part of the full revolution it must make. I adjusted that a couple times, but in order to do that you have to take the entire thing apart and play with the adjustments found on either end of the tranny. It needs to be played with a bit more. The overall condition is nice. The paint is about 90% and the chrome is pretty good and will polish out to be better.   Very Nice and Very Unusual!!

Good + . . . . . .$1000.00         SOLD!!

Universal Model E-9410 "Sweetheart" Electric Toaster    This is pretty nice. It shows some loss to the nickel on the high spots most notably on the top.  It works, and the doors swing nicely!!  No breaks or damage. A proper era nice condition cord is included but not pictured. You must remind me to include it.

Good + . . . . . .$275.00         SOLD!!

2nd Model Floral Decoration General Electric D-12 Toaster  This is a pretty rare and very nice looking toaster!  The General Electric D-12 was the first commercially produced toaster in America and was introduced in 1909 or so.   It has the open end high rack which makes it a second model. The later ones had a much lower rack to make it easier to remove the toast.  There are some minor losses to the gold highlights along the border, but overall the decoration is very nice. D-12 toasters with this decoration are much less frequently seen or found than the plain white versions.   There is one tiny flake at the base of one foot and that is basically the only apology. It works, and the top toast warming rack is original and proper. I am not sure if the cord is original or not. The plug has a few minor chips but operable and otherwise OK. It would be easy to change the plug end out if desired.  A nice looking toaster and hard to find version.

Very Good . . . . . . .$595.00         SOLD!!

Blue Willow Toastrite Electric Toaster  The Blue Willow Toastrite electric toaster is one of the harder to find and rarest of all  antique electric toasters. The Blue Willow Toastrite Toaster was made by Pan Electric of Cleveland Ohio. These decorated china toasters date from the late 20's and production lasted just a few short years before the depression effects hit.

This rare toaster is in great condition and has the original cord, or so says the card provided buy the collector we are selling this for. There are no cracks chips or other damage that i can see. It does heat up, but i would find another one to use.  A great piece, at a great price.

 Excellent . . . . .$1495.00          SOLD!

1st Model General Electric D-12 Toaster  This is a rare toaster!   The D12 was the first commercially produced toaster in America and was introduced in 1909 or so. This one has one patent date on the base and another patent pending below that. It has the high rack which makes it an earlier model, and the ends are closed which makes it a rare and seldom seen first model. There are some stained hairlines in the bottom of the base but no real damage or cracks. It works. I am not sure if the cord is original or not, but it fits.  A nice toaster and hard to find version.

Very Good . . . . . SOLD!

General Electric Hotpoint "Gazelle" Toaster   Often called the Gazelle by collectors, this Edison GE toaster has the great looking 1930's design that combines the flair of Art Deco with the class of Arts and Crafts. If you look closely at this toaster you'll see lots of subtle details that contribute to its great look. In addition to the obvious, like the graceful gazelle image, note the stepped design of the side handles, the diamond-shaped cutout vents, and the stepped design of the little feet that lift the base ever so slightly off the table. Functional features include an automatic timer (which seems operational---when cocked, it ticks), a manual lever to operate the tip-out feature, and a pull-out crumb tray. This example is sure to be one of the highlights of any early electric appliance collection!

Good + . . . . .$195.00          SOLD!

General Electric D -12 Toaster   This toaster is considered to be the first commercially produced toaster offered in America. The basic story is told on the preceding page. This is an early model, and unlike most found has its rack, and an original cord with the porcelain connectors at the appliance end and a screw in plug on the receptacle end as when this toaster was first offered there were more light bulb sockets available than wall receptacles. A rare and desirable toaster for the discriminating collector.

Good + . . . . .$595.00          SOLD!

Porcelier Blue Iridescent Porcelain Electric Toaster   The Porcelier line of toasters was certainly one of the prettiest toasters ever to grace the breakfast table.  This Blue Iridescent porcelain toaster was manufactured by the Porcelier Mfg. Co. of Greensburg, PA. This outfit made about 6 different colors or designs of this style toaster.  It was expensive to produce in its day, and no doubt it must have had a hard time competing with all those less expensive chrome models that were available explaining why so few were made or found today. It is one of the rarest and hard to find of all manufactured toasters and is a great looker to boot.. This example is in super condition with no chips, nicks or cracks---provided with a cord, probably not the original.

Good + . . . . . $995.00         SOLD!

General Electric D -12 Toaster   With original cord / porcelain screw plug. Missing one insulator.

Good  . . . . .$295.00         SOLD!

Knapp Monarch 535 Electric Toaster w/ Odd Flip Switch Control   Flip the switch once to preheat, One again for light toast, twice for medium, and 3 times for dark. Seems to work.

Good + . . . . .$195.00         SOLD!

Toastmaster Toaster  This single slice pop-up toaster was made by McGraw Edison.  For the small family.

Very Good . . . . .$45.00         SOLD!!

Universal Dropper Toaster    This unusual toaster is well built so it has some weight to keep it on the table. The trap door is up high and drops open when the timer tells it to. Different

Good . . . . .$50.00         SOLD!

Manning Bowman Black Enamel Toaster  This a nice looking toaster and one of the few that can be found with a porcelain finish.  It is stamped Manning Bowman on  the bottom. Both references I have seen this called the Simplex. A rare variation?

Very Good . . . .$175.00         SOLD!

Vintage Toaster w/ Warming Rack  This a nice looking toaster. A rare variation?

Very Good . . . .$155.00         SOLD!

Universal 9410 "Heart" Electric Toaster   The 9410 "heart" toaster was first introduced in 1929. This flipper style toaster has a great action to flip the bread toasting when you hit the buttons on the end of the base. The rack on each side tips out and down, rotates 90 degrees, and then finishes revolving and lifting back up on its way back into place. It is a marvel to watch, and it operates as it should on this example   It is in nice condition overall condition, and heats up when plugged in. The cord shown is included, and has a switch built into the plug. It is one of the best known and most sought after of all toasters.

Good . . . . .$395.00         SOLD!

Universal "SweetHeart" Electric Toaster by Landers, Frary & Clark  This classic flipper design electric toaster is in fair condition and shows lots of age.For display. It may be restorable, but is being sold as is.

Good -  . . . . . $85.00     SOLD!! 

Thomas A. Edison Edicraft Automatic Electric Toaster  This Edison clam shell design electric toaster is in nice condition and working.

Good +  . . . . . $95.00       SOLD!!

"Hold Heat" Electric Match Countertop Cigarette or Cigar Lighter  Looking for a different sort of remembrance to when people smoked?  Here it is.An electric countertop match. The switch is there, but it needs a button to look right.  

Good . . . . . $25.00      SOLD!!

Early Curling Iron Heater  Different and nicer than most you see with its wooden handle and small paw feet. It is 110 volts, but the plug looks like it might be European. 

Fine. . . . . $45.00          SOLD!!

Metal Frame Heating Pad  Cutting edge technology for just after the turn of the century, and another use for electricity was discovered. It has joints so one could wrap it around an arm or leg I imagine. It is also adjustable. The collector was a cord cutter, otherwise very nice. 

Good . . . . . $35.00          SOLD!!

Porcelier Basket Weave Floral Porcelain Electric Toaster   Certainly one of the prettiest toasters ever to grace the breakfast table this porcelain toaster was manufactured by the Porcelier Mfg. Co. of Greensburg, PA. The body of this toaster was designed with an intricate basket weave pattern with a scalloped edge top and with a diamond pattern border on the base, and was decorated with brightly colored floral designs and gold striping. It features two applied handles, an On / Off switch with spring loaded pop-up, and a Light / Dark regulator, all in porcelain as well. Obviously it was expensive to produce in its day, and no doubt it must have had a hard time competing with all those less expensive chrome models that were available, thus explaining why so few were made or found today. It is one of the rarest and hard to find of all manufactured toasters and is a great looker to boot.. This example is in super condition with no chips, nicks or cracks---provided with a cord, probably not the original.

Good + . . . . .$1295.00          SOLD!

Vintage American Heater Co Bulb Heater I have seen dozens of the GE model of this style heater. I have owned several of those over the years. I have never seen or had this make before. It works and all three bulbs work. The condition is like new. They also made a line of electric irons that are very popular.

Fine. . . . . $395.00 SOLD!

GE Electric Bulb Heater   This GE product heats the air and you through the wasted heat given off lighting up the light bulbs. What an idea

Good + . . . . . $ 225.00 SOLD!







Vintage General Electric GE Luminous Radiator Bulb Heater When fired up these unusual electric heaters, powered by 500 watt light bulbs, give off a warm orange glow and all the heat you could ask for. They really do throw off a nice warm heat.  You can light one, two, or all three bulbs with the switch, and then watch the meter go round with original bulbs installed. The original bulbs were 500 watts each, but I have installed 3 new 23 watt energy saver fluorescents. Although not quite as graphic as the original bulbs, and surely not as hot, they look and work great. The copper flash finish on the cast iron body is in nice condition and this will be a welcome addition to the collection of times past when electricity was more affordable.

Good + . . . . . $150.00    SOLD!!

Foldex Electric Heater Co. Folding Stove / Heater  This is a bit different design than typically seen.This folding cast iron apartment stove / heater was made by the Foldex Electric Heater Company, Detroit Mich, and was granted a patent in 1926.   The body is cast iron and has been enameled. It is out of a collection from a period when cutting the cord was OK so it will need that replaced. Otherwise it is pretty nice noting one chip in one of the wooden handles and some minor chips to  the enamel.  

Good . . . . . $65.00        SOLD!!

Antique
Nutmegs / Seeders & Squeezers

The


Ezy 1895 Patent Raisin Seeder Before Thompson Seedless RaisinsS, there were seeds that needed to be removed. What a job. This unusual patented raisin seeder is cast iron and is approx. 6 1/4 long. The handle lever arm states is marked PAT. May 21, 1895, Ezy Raisin Seeder on one side, the other side has: Scald the Raisins. Two of the seeding wires have been reattached with solder. It originally had a small tin receiver under the wires to catch the squeezed out seeds. It looks great!

Fine. . . . . . 60.00         SOLD!!

Unusual Double Hole Cast Iron & Walnut Nutmeg Grater  We've handled a lot of nutmeg graters over the years, but this is the first of this model that we have ever seen. As with many categories of antiques and collectables, collecting nutmeg graters was a lot of fun and quite a challenge. They demonstrate a learning curve in the collectibles field, as I can still remember my first Edgar, and my second and third, and I was still thinking of them as rare, and still did not know that there were at least three different versions available.

After a time it seemed as though we just kept on seeing the same 20 or so different nutmeg graters and then the minute variations among them began to take on meaning. Soon the rarity factor amongst these became blurred, and after a period of time we realized that we rarely or never had the opportunity to buy a truly new or different one and something was lost.

It was found again when we walked up on this at 5:45 PM after a long day at a show with little to show for our efforts---then Bingo! I guess that is one big reason why we all still keep at it. It is hard to see in the picture, but the bottom of this tabletop nutmeg grater is walnut and the top is cast iron with remains of original red and green paint. The upper portion consists of two separate chambers and a wooden plunger to hold the nutmeg against the surface of the revolving grating drum. We have seen several of the biggest and best collections of these unusual devices, and this one was not in any of them. It is a good one!

Good + . . . . . $895.00      SOLD!!

"The Bellows" Patented Nutmeg Grater This variation of the Bellows nutmeg grater is designed to screw to the Hoosier cabinet or other kitchen cabinet as opposed to clamp on like the one above. Same patent just a different means to hang it. It is operable and there is no damage or cracks. An interesting piece of genuine Americana from the past.

Good + . . . . . .$195.00      SOLD!

Patented Edgar Nutmeg Grater / First Model The Edger is a very common nutmeg, but this is a pretty hard to find 1 model variation w/ cast iron frame. Note how the upper slide portion is cast iron and has the patent info cast into it. Later versions have just bent wire in this area. You will see 100 of those later models for every one of this earlier version. That and the condition of this one is super!!

Fine . . . . .$95.00        SOLD!

"The Bellows" Patented Nutmeg Grater This cast iron nutmeg grater is a pretty unusual 19th Century antique kitchen gadget. This style Nutmeg grater is commonly referred to as "The Bellows" because of the shape. There are several different variations that can be found. One has no clamp, and screw holes so you could attach it to your Hoosier cabinet or table. Anther has a different style handle, yet another has a different style latch to close it, etc.

It is a super nice casting, and the open heart like handle design is great. It is operable and there is no damage or cracks. It is written that in olden times Nutmeg was used a lot to hide the rancid flavors of bad meat. That is given as the reason for the pocket style ones you encounter. Nutmeg is used today to flavor baked goods, soups and stews. An interesting piece of genuine Americana from the past.

Good + . . . . . .$295.00      SOLD!

"The Little Giant" Patented Lemon Squeezer The condition is exceptional. The design was granted a patent on May 3rd 1881. They can be found with open cast handles and in a galvanized finish or like this with Rosewood handles and nickel plated for the more discerning upper class clientele. The Rosewood handles show no wear or tear and the Nickel plating is near perfect.

Fine . . . . . . $125.00          SOLD!!

Antique
Ice Cream Scoops & Dippers

The


Kingery # 20 Conical Ice Cream Scoop This spring loaded squeeze handle conical ice cream scoop by Kingery Mfg Co was granted a patent in the 1890s. It came in a number of sizes from 4 - 30 scoops to the pint, with larger size 8 and 10 scoops to the pint being the most commonly found. Smaller and much larger sizes are rarely seen or found.

This is the rare #20 size Braided Handle Kingery Ice Cream Scoop. Only the #30 was smaller. The bars inside the scoop are marked with the name and the #20 is stamped on the outside of the conical scoop. The nickel is in very nice condition.

Fine . . . . . . $125.00          SOLD!!

Rare Ice Cream Scoop   This unusual scoop is not in Smith's book.  I could find no other reference or info on it. It is much earlier and different from somewhat similar ones you might see offered for sale. This came from an auction in PA and was consigned by a fellow tool dealer we know. The inside of the heavy nickel over brass cylinder is tapered. First thought is so that the ice cream would fit into a cone better, but that would be backwards when it came out. Different.  Scoop it up!!

Fine . . . . .  SOLD!  $500.00 - $2000.00   Note: This scoop was bought in the hey-day over 20 years ago for $800. Offers approaching 2K were turned down at that time. It was later sold for $700 and a $100 loss. There is a lesson to be learned in there! 

United Banana Split Ice Cream Scoop   Not the typical Gilchrest model. Much harder to come by.  Different.

Fine . . . . .$475.00     SOLD!

The John Ladd Clover Ice Cream Scoop / Mold  This rare and unusual piece of ice cream memorabilia did not make it into Smith's book on scoops. I'm not sure how many different shapes or forms these came in, but in addition to the pictured club, I also own the spade and diamond along with some totally different shapes having nothing to do with the symbols on decks of cards. As can be seen in the pictures, there are identifying marks on the top of the handle and reference to a patent pending. I will sell any or all of them for the same price. Here is an update, I was sent an ad out of a magazine for this device, which pictured those offered, and it appears that they were made special for use in fraternal and social organizations such as the Elks, Moose, Masons and others. In the picture in this ad there was not a heart shape shown, thus explaining why no one has found one as yet.

Good + . . . . . $495.00      SOLD!!

Misc. Kitchen Antiques

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White King Soap Saver Dispenser   For over a century White King was a household staple and claims to have been the country's first powdered soap. This pint size dispenser jar is not only collectible but functional as well!  From the Glissman iron and laundry collection. 

Very Good  . . . . . $15.00     SOLD! 

Egg Tester / Candler Patented 1915 by Fredrick W. Dobbel - Sonoma CA. This patented electric light bulb powered egg candler / egg tester is an early and unusual use of the new novel technology - electricity- that was making it mark and finding places to be used across the land after the turn of the century.

The patent was granted on 6-29-1915 and the number is 1144466A. Ads found from the period indicate Mr. Dobbel owned or ran a place called Buena Vista Poultry Yards in Sonoma Ca. Mr. Dobbel had several other patents besides this one for an egg tester, one being for an egg carrier.

A piece of egg history from a region once famous for, and still known their chickens & eggs. Different & very nice!

Good + . . . . . $150.00         SOLD!!

Hunter's Toy Sifter This is the little one, the toy or salesman sample version of the classic Hunter tin flour sifter. Measuring just 2 1/4" high it was made exactly like the full size model. It is stamped in relief "Hunter's Toy Sifter Pat. May 16 71 Apr. 7 74 Buy a Large One". According to advertisements of the day this was a promotional item offered for free (plus 2 cents postage!) to anyone who mentioned where the ad was seen, and was meant to show how the large sifter worked and also to "afford amusement to any little girl". This example is in very nice overall condition noting a very small tear in the mesh screen. This is the first of these we have ever had the pleasure to offer for sale.

Good + . . . . .$295.00      SOLD!

Patented "Mickey Mouse" Knife Sharpener This Victorian era cast iron knife sharpener is a great design and has great form. There are plenty of knife sharpeners around, but few with the presence or graphic look this one has.

Good + . . . . . $125.00      SOLD!!

Patent December 25 Yellow Ware Meat Tenderizer This is in nice condition. An odd choice of material for a meat tenderizer, but it was awarded a patent, and on Christmas Day no less. Merry X-Mass.

Good + . . . . . $125.00      SOLD!!

Potato Chip / Vegetable Ribbon Slicer   This is a neat little device. It works well with potatoes, but would also work on apples or other similar fruits and vegetables. It cuts a thin long ribbon of the vegetable for frying or other cooking. You just do not see this sort of early Kitchenalia / Americana anymore!

Very Good + . . . . . . . $95.00      SOLD! 

Thayer Patent Combination Tool This is by the same fellow who patented the famous Thayer Patent Hammer. I have seen ads for this describing the 8 different functions but seem to not be able to remember them all. Trivet, meat tenderizer, stove lid lifter, candlestick, pot lifter, and ?????

Very Good +. . . . . . .$65.00       SOLD!

Patented Folding Cast Iron Pie Rack  This is one of the nicest and most unusual patented pie racks we have ever seen. The decorative casting is wonderful and all 6 of the racks fold up. The look & feel of this piece is super. We have several of the more typical twisted wire varieties for sale elsewhere on this site, but this is a piece that you are not likely to run into again.

Good + . . . . . $395.00      SOLD!!

Wireware Pie Rack w/ Pie Pans  The sort of thing you use to see in diners and bakeries. No provision like a glass cabinet to keep pests or flies away.

Good + . . . . .$75.00        SOLD! 








Fucus Crispus Apothecary Jar   The bottom is marked "Drogueria De La Profesa J. Labadie Sue-res C-ia Mexico" or something to that effect. A Google search turns up plenty of info on Fucus Crispus being a type of plant / seaweed with different medicinal uses. There is also some info to be found on the maker name printed on the bottom. I believe it dates from near the turn of the century. It is not new, or a reproduction.

Good + . . . . . $295.00      SOLD!!

Patented Sugar Devil / Fruit Auger  This wrought iron sugar devil or fruit auger has a great look and great patina. These were used to break up fruit or packed sugar in casks or barrels and there are several different versions that can be found. This one has a patent date in the late 1800's on the shank. You just do not see this sort of Americana anymore!

Good + . . . . . $125.00      SOLD!!

Patented "George Washington" Lemon Squeezer  This is by far the most presidential and most graphically appealing of all lemon squeezers! George's face is prominently cast into the top, as are 13 stars and the patent info. It took me a while to find the 13th star, but there it is right over his head. The patent date is July 15, 1873, which may or may not have anything to do with George's birthday, or wedding anniversary, or some important date having to do with the Revolutionary War. Perhaps it commemorates the battle of something, or the birth of one of his many offspring! Or the first time he had lemonade....... Or maybe it was simply that the fellow who manufactured it, one G. A. Williams of New York, patriotically identified his own initials with those of the father of our country. But all joking aside, this freestanding lever-operated lemon squeezer is a great piece of cast iron and is in excellent condition with no casting problems or other defects, and still retains a good portion of its original black japanned finish.

Good + . . . . . $295.00      SOLD!!

Quincy Hardware Mfg. Co. Mechanical Popcorn Popper  Designed with an eggbeater-style geared wheel to keep that basket moving back and forth, this super unusual mechanical popcorn popper was granted a patent on May 24, 1892. More than likely this great invention was thought up by someone who had developed a bad case of tennis elbow from shaking those typical non-mechanical type ones over the fire. It hails from Quincy, IL and the same company also manufactured a slightly larger model, which I have heard referred to as a coffee bean roaster. If you need that larger sized one let me know, because it is also available as well. This one is in nice condition with two very old small repairs to the wire basket which do not detract--if anything they add to the charm and remind me of a darning repair stitch but using fine wire instead of thread.   This is a rare piece at a price that will leave you enough money to buy bagfuls of that spendy "kettle corn" they are selling at all the shows these days---but hurry because I think it's on it's way out already!

Good + . . . . . SOLD!  $50.00 - $600.00   Note: I have bought these in the past for as little as $20.00. During the hey day dealers were asking $500 or more for them. I seriously doubt one would bring anywhere close to that listed on eBay today.

Antique
Food Slicers & Prep Tools

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The Spaulding Food Chopper  This is a very unusual chopper and far rarer than the Starrett chopper that is typically found or seen. Mr. Spaulding took out several patents for this device, and the action is so much more refined than what Mr. Starrett came up with. First of all it not only goes up and down, but the arm also moves the cutter in a sweeping or slicing motion at the same time. In addition it also incorporates a scraper inside the tub to help feed the material back toward the cutter. Graphic, fun, and a highly unusual form.  All that is missing is the hygienic sterilizer feature.

Good + . . . . . . $895.00        SOLD!    Note: Given the rarity of this compared to the Starrett Food Chopper below, it was probably undersold. Never seen another!!




Starrett Mechanical Food Chopper  These can be found in a number of sizes, from 1/2 gallon to monster 8 gallon institutional size ones or more. This is one of the smaller sizes. The condition is nice!!

Good + . . . . . $295.00      SOLD!!

Berkel Model B Meat Slicer by The US Slicing Machine Co.  The names Berkel and US Slicing Machine Co. are well known for their line of Deli meat slicers and the Berkel line of deli slicers is synonymous with top of the line quality. This Berkel Slicer is the model B which is the smallest commercial size slicer they made. The overall condition is very good. There is a plate attached on the side with numerous patent dates from between 1908 and 1923. Over 75 if I am counting right. The serial # is B 13498.

This Berkel Slicer is operational. It has been lightly cleaned It cranks easily, with the blade spinning and table moving back and forth as it should.The blade is nice with minor spots of rust that will clean. The sliding indexed feed table operates as it should. It has been repainted, or at least the decoration has been redone. There is some nickel peeling in places. There is no knife sharpener, and the replaceable knob to adjust the slice thickness has losses to a few tabs as can be seen. It is still operational. The outfeed tray holder is present but the replaceable glass tray itself is missing. Overall, this Model B Berkel slicer is nice enough that it could be further cleaned / detailed and be used as is.

To put the price into perspective, some restored versions of larger Berkel slices on pedestals are routinely seen offered for 25K or more. There are restored model B Berkel slicers currently on eBay for 7 - 8K, and ones in need of restorations sell for 3 - 5K. Here is an opportunity to get a pretty nice example for a pretty good price. Nice!!

Good + . . . . . $3250.00        SOLD!!

Berkel Model B Meat Slicer by The US Slicing Machine Co. The names Berkel and US Slicing Machine Co. are well known for their line of Deli meat slicers. The Berkel line is synonymous with top of the line quality. This is the model B Berkel slicer which is the smallest commercial size slicer they made. The overall condition is good. There is a plate attached on the side with numerous patent dates from between 1908 and 1923. Over 75 if I am counting right. The serial # is 13512.

This Berkel Slicer is fully operational. It has been lightly cleaned. It cranks easily, with the blade spinning and table moving back and forth as it should. The blade is nice. Even the sliding indexed feed table operates as it should. It has a few minor apologies. There is some paint loss, but it is approx. 80% original with most of the decorative highlights remaining. There is some nickel peeling in places. There is also no knife sharpener, and the replaceable knob to adjust the slice thickness has losses to a few tabs as can be seen. The outfeed tray holder is present but the replaceable glass tray itself is missing. Overall, this Model B Berkel slicer is nice enough that it could be further cleaned / detailed and be used as is.

To put the price into perspective, some restored versions of larger Berkel slices are routinely seen offered for 25K or more. There are restored model B Berkel slicers currently on eBay for 7 - 8K, and ones in need of full restorations sell for 3K or more. Here is an opportunity to get a pretty nice example for a pretty good price.

Good . . . . . $3600.00      SOLD!!

Josiah Anstice Co. Inc. No. 95 Sterling Slicer An unusual piece of antique restaurant equipment that rivals popular Berkel meat slicers in look and design. The Sterling Model 95 meat slicer dates from shortly after the turn of the century. It is probably rarer than a similar Berkel as there is little info or other examples to be found using Google.

There is a face book page of a collector / dealer, Giorgio Maschi, that has pics of a before and after restoration of one of these. That fellow, Giorgio Maschi, also has a website, The Worlds Best Slicers. One can find that at https://www.theworldsbestslicers.de/en/ It is pretty impressive.

The Josiah Anstice company was located in Rochester New York. At some point in their history they were associated with, or taken over by, the N. R. Streeter Company. You can find ads for this same model 95 Sterling slicer offered by them. Streeter is a well known name for some rare and unusual pressing irons and traps, as well as many other cast iron kitchen related tools.

Everything present operates smoothly with the blade swinging back and forth as it revolves as you turn the crank handle. The sharpener, a patented idea, is there and works. There is one area on the blade that has small nicks / pitting on the cutting edge. There has been overall nickel loss, and more is peeling. It was taken out of service close to 100 years ago and has sat in a barn since that time. The bad news is the entire meat holding portion and sliding table has gone missing. This would be a perfect candidate for restoration and then use in a upscale deli / sandwich shop.

Good . . . . . $2250.00      SOLD!!

Streeter Sterling Model #95 Slicer / Slicing Machine This Sterling Model #95 Meat Slicer / Slicing Machine is an unusual piece of antique restaurant / food prep equipment. The Sterling 95 Slicer rivals the extremely popular Berkel line of meat slicers in form and function. The Streeter Sterling Model 95 slicer dates from shortly after the turn of the century and is more unusual than the typical Berkel Slicer.

In a Berkel Slicer the blade revolves, and the table moves back and forth. With a Sterling Slicing machine, the blade not only revolves, it also swings back and forth with an arched sawing motion. It is a sight to see. Everything involved w/ the blade is present and operates smoothly, with the blade rotating and moving back and forth as you turn the crank handle. The 10" blade is damage free and pretty clean and sharp.

The original paint is approx. 80 %. There has been some nickel loss to the flywheel and other parts. There is some pitting on the meat tray / table. The sliding table, with various hold downs is unconnected and not hooked up. It is designed to move toward the blade in finely controlled increments. It does not operate correctly as it seems to be misaligned with the spiral gearing in backwards. Not sure why that is.

There is little info about and few other examples to be found using Google. One other example can be seen in the past sales archives of my website AntiqBuyer.com. Reference to another restored example can be found on Facebook.

You can also find ads online for the model 95 Sterling slicer offered by the N. R. Streeter Company of Buffalo NY, and an earlier version offered by a firm named Anstice, that Streeter bought out. Streeter is a well known name for some rare and unusual pressing irons and small animal traps, as well as many other cast iron kitchen related tools.

A rare & desirable piece. This Sterling 95 slicing machine would be a perfect candidate for restoration and then used in a upscale deli / sandwich shop.

A note on prices, discounts, & shipping. I will do a package deal for the 2 slicers listed. (see below) I do not want to discount them individually. Free pick up here in central CA. Any further crating and shipping cost arranged by, and paid for, by the buyer. Payment by wire transfer if shipped. No PayPal

Special note. I have this slicer disassembled and crated. I had a deal with a "buyer", and he backed out after we had agreed on price, after I had disassembled it, crated it, had the shipping to Italy all arranged. all at an agreed upon price and method of payment. Then he began to re-negotiate killing the deal.

In the future, I will work with buyers, but I will not be taken for any more rides, nor be put in a position where I take ALL the risk after the deal is made. Not going to happen again.

Good + . . . . . . $1,500.00        SOLD!!

The Royal Type 40 Meat Slicing Machine by A. J. Deer Co.  This Royal No. 40 Meat Slicing Machine was made by the A. J. Deer Co. a well known butcher and meat cutting supply company out of Hornell NY. Its design and operation are a bit different from Berkel or most other antique meat slicers. The label says patents are pending, and on one side as part of the decoration it has a patent date of Sept 20 1910.

The heavy 10" blade is gear driven when you pull the handle down and toward you moving it over the half circle geared arc. The blade clutch disengages on the up swing and re-engages when pulled down. It has two built in stone sharpeners. One spring loaded disc at the bottom to sharpen the front edge of the blade, and another adjustable disc at the top to sharpen the back side. The bottom one has a few chips in the stone, but functions OK still. The blade is very sharp, and rust and pit free.

It is designed to move the meat holding tray in precise adjustable increments with each pull. The entire machine is in overall nice original condition with some losses to the nickel areas, and missing paint most notably on the side hidden by the blade where meat juices ran down the side there. Other areas of the red paint and decorations are quite nice. Be sure to click the last link below to see a video of it operating.

A note on prices, discounts, & shipping. I will do a package deal for the 2 slicers listed. (see below) I do not want to discount them individually. Free pick up here in central CA. Any crating and shipping cost arranged, and paid for, by the buyer. Payment by wire transfer if shipped. No PayPal, no exceptions.

Good + . . . . . . 495.00         SOLD!!

19th Century Sugar Devil This wrought iron sugar devil or fruit auger has a great look and great patina. These were used to break up fruit or packed sugar in casks or barrels and there are several different versions that can be found. This one has a patent date in the late 1800's on the shank. You just do not see this sort of Americana anymore!

Very Good + . . . . . . .$225.00        SOLD!

Mechanical Milkshake / Cocktail Shaker Bolt it down, load it up, and start cranking out some of the finest cocktails or milkshakes possible.

Fine . . . . .$1295.00     SOLD!

The EZY Raisin Seeder  Patented on July 21, 1895, this unusual version of a raisin seeder is one of the most dainty and fragile of designs. The patent information, along with the sage advice "Scald The Raisins", is cast into the curvilinear lever arm. The idea with these devices was that before the era of the Thompson Seedless, you literally had to squeeze all those pesky little seeds out of your raisins before use. There were a number of different versions and variations produced, with this style being one of the harder-to-find and certainly one of the most graphically appealing. There were many patents pulled for various seeders up until the advent of seedless grapes, at which point the lucky housewife got to throw these devices into the back of the drawer, where I found this one last year.Countless Yankee inventors could now redirected their attentions, searching for the next wave of labor-saving kitchen inventions. Those that embraced the next new technology of electricity were destined to succeed and prosper, while the gear-and-crank guys got left behind and invariably were soon forced out of business. Kind of like what's happening in today's world. This example of yesteryear's necessity has nearly all of its original black japanning, and also has the receiving cup which is often missing. It is all original and in very nice condition. Three of the seeding wires have come undone or are broken, but this is merely cosmetic to the overall condition.

Fine . . . . .$395.00     SOLD!

Antique Mechanical Nutmeg Grater  Nutmeg graters are a fun collectible. This one is typically referred to as the stovepipe because of its shape. They use to turn up more often, but nowadays seem genuinely hard to find. 

Fine . . . . .$195.00     SOLD!

General Electric "Elec Water Heater" No cord, and it looks like a weird one that hooks up sideways underneath. Note the little marble like feet. Different & Nice.

Good + . . . . . $25.00        SOLD!!

"Speed Way" Wife Saver by "Electro-Magnetic Tool Co." What a name. Aimed at the Wife? Or perhaps it would save her from him somehow??? It looks like an early flex drive Foredom or Dremel like tool. It hooks to the auxiliary stand, or I imagine could be used freehand. I have no attachments or more than is shown. Big heavy and well made. The condition is as seen. Restorable. Different. I will bet the other guys do not have one yet!! A real Wife Saver!!

Good - . . . . . $75.00        SOLD!!

Griswold 1278 A No.8 Tite-Top Cast Iron Dutch Oven with 1288A Lid & 206 Trivet This is pretty nice. We have owned and used it for years. Just do not need 3 versions anymore.

Good + . . . . . $125.00             SOLD!!

Berkel Model B Meat Slicer by The US Slicing Machine Co. The names Berkel and US Slicing Machine Co. are well known for their line of Deli meat slicers. The Berkel line of deli slicers is synonymous with top of the line quality. This Berkel Slicer is the model B which is the smallest commercial size slicer they made. The overall condition is very good. There is a plate attached on the side with numerous patent dates from between 1908 and 1923. The serial # is B12721.

This Berkel Slicer is fully operational. It has been lightly cleaned. It cranks easily, the blade spins and table moving back and forth, and in, as it should. The blade is nice with minor spots of rust that will clean. The sliding indexed feed table operates as it should. There is some nickel peeling in places. There is no sharpener, and the replaceable knob to adjust the slice thickness has losses to a few tabs as can be seen.  It is still operational. The outfeed tray holder is present and the table is a piece of white plastic of some sort. Overall, this Model B Berkel slicer is nice enough that it could be further cleaned / detailed and used as is.

Good + . . . . . . $5500.00       SOLD!!

US Slicing Machine Co. Berkel Model B Meat Slicer The US Slicing Machine Co. and their well known line of Berkel Deli meat slicers are synonymous with top of the line quality. This ad is for the smaller Model B on the left in the first pic. The larger Berkel slicer on the right is offered separately in another ad.

The model B Berkel slicer is the smallest commercial size slicer The US Slicing Machine Co. made. It has a 11" blade and the handcrank flywheel is also 11" dia. The overall condition is very good. It includes an original base that has a new mount on the top. The base has been painted black on the edge as well. The paint is original and well over 85% on both the slicer and base. There is a plate attached on the side with numerous patent dates from between 1908 and 1923. Over 75 if I am counting right. The serial # is B17243. It also has a patented meat holder that Berkel offered with their early models.

This Model B Berkel Slicer has been lightly cleaned and is fully operational. It cranks easily, with the blade spinning and table moving foreword in measured increments. The blade is nice. The sliding indexed feed table operates as it should. The knife sharpener is present but damaged, and the knob to adjust the slice thickness has losses to a few tabs as can be seen. The outfeed tray holder is present but the replaceable glass tray itself is missing. Overall, this Model B Berkel slicer is nice enough that it could be further cleaned / detailed and be used as is, or is ready for a restore.

Good + . . . . . $        SOLD!!

US Slicing Machine Co. Berkel Meat Slicer The US Slicing Machine Co. and their well known line of Berkel Deli meat slicers are synonymous with top of the line quality. This ad is for the larger slicer on the right. I do not know the proper model # or designation.

This US Slicing Machine Co. Berkel slicer has a 14" blade and the handcrank flywheel is also 14" dia. The overall condition is very good and includes an original base. The paint on both is original and well over 85%. There is a plate attached on the side with numerous patent dates from between 1908 and 1923. The serial # is 142117. It also has a patented meat holder that Berkel offered with their early models.

This Berkel Slicer is fully operational. It has been lightly cleaned. It cranks easily, with the blade spinning and table moving foreword in measured increments. The blade is nice. The sliding indexed feed table operates as it should. The knife sharpener is present. The outfeed tray holder is present with the replaceable milk glass tray that has some chips. This slicer is nice enough that it could be further cleaned / detailed and be used as is, or is ready for a restore.

Good + . . . . . $         SOLD!!

Silver Plate Bell Cocktail Shaker by Nozima / Japan   What a great looking form for a cocktail shaker. No dents or dings, some tarnish but not worn through to the base metal. The top comes off to act as a shot glass and pour spout. The entire handle unscrews to allow filling. See the pics!!   A nice one!!

Good + . . . . . . $60.00       SOLD!!

19th Century Copper Plunger Style Washer / Washing Machine  Before Maytag came on scene, there was this. A great looking piece for the country wash room decor. The body is copper with a two handed wood handle. In use there is a valve that opens and closes to help get the perfect agitation for that perfect wash result.  

Good + . . . . . $45.00     SOLD! 

Teddy Roosevelt "Rough Rider" Baking Powder It is Unopened. It is the small 4 1/4 oz. size. Nice condition given the age. Good color - great graphic of one of Donald's favorite presidents riding up San Juan Hill to the rescue. It has held up well over the years.

Good + . . . . . . $45.00        SOLD!!

Early Patented May 7th 1896 Raisin Seeder   We call this one the running horse seeder, and while it may not be the most mechanically involved of these unusual devices, it is certainly one of the most graphic and interesting designs that was introduced. Devices such as this were necessary back before the  Thompson Seedless Raisin was developed, and the need to accomplish such a task was finally and I assume thankfully put to rest. Variations on the theme abound, and in the end designs such as those put out by Enterprise that literally squeezed the seeds out between rubber rollers won the day as they are as common today as a bunch of grapes are. Ones such as this, and the Magic by Antrim, and a few others are a different story though, and are very hard to find.

Fine . . . . .$495.00     SOLD!

The Triumph Patented Pie Lifter  The condition of this early pie lifter is superb, and the name Triumph and the patent info of April 14th 1868 stamped on the handles is clear and strong. A collection of pie lifters showcasing their seemingly infinite variety of styles and designs makes for a great display hanging on a country kitchen wall!

Fine . . . . .$75.00     SOLD!

Patented Wood and Tin Mechanical Nutmeg Grater   Unusual Nutmeg gratersare certainly getting harder and harder to find, so we are happy to be able to offer this one which came directly from a New England estate. This example is in excellent condition and works perfectly---just pull back on the spring loaded wooden knob to insert the whole nutmeg, then grate away!  I cannot make sense of the numbers "1882" that are neatly painted in gold on the tinware body---it looks to be a date, but the grater is stamped with the actual patent date of Dec. 25 '77, so the 1882 number must refer to something else. And I have never seen this grater with a black painted body so I assume that was done by the previous well-intentioned collector. It too was done very neatly and does not detract in the least.

Fine . . . . .$395.00     SOLD!

Unusual and Ornate Victorian Era Cast Iron Nut Cracker  This exceptional piece of cast iron is unmarked as to maker or patent info. It has a great look and feel with the cut-out base design it has, and it is a wonder that the manufacturer did not want this info to be a prominent feature of the piece. It is set up to either be set on the table or mounted on the wall. A  beautiful, damage free example of a very tough piece to find.

Fine . . . . .$495.00     SOLD!

Child-size Wagnerware Cast Iron Waffle Iron  Measuring a mere 3 1/4" across, or 4 3/4" with the base, these child-size waffle irons are a favorite of the forgers, and you see far more of the fake ones with the short stubby handles than you do real ones like this example. The condition is very nice with smooth castings and clearly marked with a patent date of Feb. 22, 1910 Wagner and Sidney, O. The other telling feature of the fake ones is the way the bale is done.

Fine . . . . .$95.00     SOLD!

Patented Butter or Ice Cream Packer  This unusual looking contraption was used to remove a given amount of ice cream from a larger container so that it could be deposited into a smaller one. I have seen it offered for sale as both for butter and Ice Cream, and imagine it would have worked equally well for either.

Fine . . . . .$195.00     SOLD!

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