19th Century Cast Iron Fluting Iron by J. D. Osborne owl JM - 090622 - 104945

JM - 090622 - 104945

Hole in base: 4 1/4"

Unmarked set includes a solid brass bell and a carved wooden gavel

This model measures 9" in length

Aged surface pitting

19th Century Cast Iron Fluting Iron by J. D. Osborne owl JM - 090622 - 104945c. 1890s; J. D. Osborne & Co. Newark, NJ Heavy cast iron fluting iron featuring dual roller cylinders operated by a hand crank with turned wooden grip. This early household appliance was designed to pleat and crimp fabric most often collars, cuffs, and decorative linens by running dampened cloth through the heated rollers. The sturdy cast frame bears embossed lettering and retains areas of original japanned finish. Produced by J. D. Osborne & Co., a