This is a pair of OLD bifocals with the original case. The inside of the nose piece says 12KG gold wire. There's a small chip on the bottom edge of one lens. See photo. The inside of the case says the doctor was Dr. Barton of Middlesboro, KY. See the PHOTO ENLARGEMENT # 3. I wonder if the date of these glasses is 1910. I do not know that for sure.!!!!! On the nose piece there is a mark we cannot read --10/10 --?????? Or is it 101-10 ??? Your guess is as good as ours...

This is a vintage gasoline iron produced for Montgomery Ward Co. in the U.S.A.. It has a wood handle and built in pump that is in the handle. Called the Quick Lighting iron and the date on it is Dec. 22-1936. This iron has been used a lot and it has normal wear/scuffs/scratches. It measures about 10" long x 6 " tall. Very heavy. Entire piece shows visible rust and wear. Wood handle has a long crack along both sides...

Meerschaum pipes are made out of compacted minerals from the sea. Meerschaum is a soft material when removed from the water, and once it has dried out it may be carved. Once the material has been carved it is usually covered in beeswax and heated thoroughly in a kiln to prevent it from cracking. Meerschaum pipes are unique because the meerschaum will slowly change to different shades of yellow, red or orange after time from the smoking process.

This meerschaum pipe has never been smoked...

Hand carved –from Turkey--Never smoked. Meerschaum is a German word meaning “sea foam”. Geologists know it as hydrous magnesium silicate. The pipe will turn from beige to red. It will take from 2 to 3 years for the pipe to color, although it depends on the tobaccos that are used and the amount of time smoked. Use tobaccos rich in latakia. Do not cover the pipe with chamois to protect it. The chamois can retard the coloring process. Do not tighten or flush the bit...

This is a vintage/antique portable "Handy Hot Wringer" clothes wringer - VERY RETRO. It was made by Chicago Electric Mfg. Co., Chicago, ILL.. It clamps onto a wash tub or basin. This vintage wringer is in good working condition. The rollers turn easily. The wringer shows normal wear with small amounts of chipping and small missing areas of paint. But overall it is in good condition. The main body of the wringer is approximately 10" wide x 4 1/2" high plus the clamps...

This is an eagle claw, skull meerschaum smoking pipe from Turkey. It is hand carved. Measures 6" in length, 2" height and 1 1/4" wide.

Meerschaum pipes are made out of compacted minerals from the sea. Meerschaum is a soft material when removed from the water, and once it has dried out it may be carved. Once the material has been carved it is usually covered in beeswax and heated thoroughly in a kiln to prevent it from cracking...

This is a meerschaum smoking pipe made from genuine block meerschaum.. Hand work. Product of Turkey. This pipe has been smoked. This pipe is cut by hand and has its own character and colors gradually as it is smoked , taking on a rich brown color with the years...

This is a never smoked Meerschaum pipe from Turkey. It is hand carved. It comes with the original hard hinged case. The case has a lining on the inside . The bowl of the pipe is carved to resemble a head of a bearded man wearing a hat. A meerschaum pipe is a smoking implement and a work of art: meerschaum pipes not only boast stunning visual appeal but are known for the quality smoke they provide as well. For both the connoisseur and the beginner, choosing a pipe is a very personal choice which...

HOOK ON THE TOP IS MISSING. A handyman from the past welded a nail on it when the hook broke off. THIS TORCH STANDS 11" TALL AND 5 3/4" DIAMETER AT THE BASE. HANDLE IS MADE OF WOOD. The blow torch is brass. This torch needs to be cleaned . Very decorative.!!! The soldering iron comes with the blow torch. Sold as is. No returns on blow torches. Thanks for looking and check our other items! We are adding new stuff daily! Many vintage and collectibles! If you purchase more than one item,...

This is an old blow torch complete with the soldering iron. THIS TORCH STANDS 11" TALL AND 5 3/4" DIAMETER AT THE BASE. HANDLE IS MADE OF WOOD PAINTED RED. There is a number on the top of the side handle 800-1. This blow torch would make a great addition to your vintage tool collection. Old blow torches and soldering irons are becoming quite collectible now. Could use some cleaning and elbow grease. No returns on blow torches. Sold as is. THANK YOU FOR LOOKING!! HAPPY SHOPPING!!!!!! ...

Chainmail began in medieval times as a method of weaving metal to create armour for knights, but today it is used to create elegant metal jewelry from various metals. The roots of chainmail jewelry predate the 5th century, when it was used by the ancient Celts to make armour for the warriors of the time.

We got this at an estate sale. I don't really know much about it. We believe it came from Turkey but we do not know how old it is. It LOOKS really really old but I don't know . It...

This old 12" swing hand brace is in very good working condition. see photo. Both the handles are in excellent condition. The chuck, jaws, and the ball bearing top pad all work smoothly. As is. No returns. Thanks for stopping by.