Great Old Cast Iron Tobacco Cutter "Champion Knife Improved" Patented 1875
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Great Old Cast Iron Tobacco Cutter "Champion Knife Improved" Patented 1875

Code: trc00002-CON
$150.00


Product Description

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ARTIFACT: This is a great old cast iron tobacco cutter patented in 1875: the "Champion Knife Improved". The blade is housed in a semi-circular frame and attached to a lever. There are some faded painted details still gracing the tool.

VINTAGE: Circa late 19th century.

SIZE: Approximately 6-3/4" in height and 17-1/4" in length (when closed).

MATERIALS / CONSTRUCTION: Cast iron.

ATTACHMENT: Hinging lever; holes on either end for bolting cutter down.

MARKINGS: ENTERPRISE MFG. CO. PHILADELPHIA PAT. APRIL 13, 1875 ON BASE; PATENTED July 25, 1871 on reverse of blade holder.

ITEM NOTES: This is from a tobacco-related collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. CON-RBE/E08 LAEJX12/11

CONDITION: 6+ (Fine-Very Fine): The cutter is in working condition but has a lot of aging and faded paint.

GUARANTEE: As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.