Antique Kitchen Tool Primitive Pie or Pastry Crimper/Cutter Brass Wheel Wrought Iron and Wood Handle
Description: An antique wrought iron, wood, and brass kitchen tool. This is a primitive pie crimper and pastry cutter. The tool is made of wrought iron shaft holding a brass wheel having a jagged edge. The shaft, which is bent to facilitate use, is attached to a fat rounded knob-shaped wooden handle. The handle is attached to the shaft with a brass ring. The piece has developed a nice and warm age patina throughout and shows signs of wear from use. Please carefully review photos as they are part and parcel of our description. Date: Unknown, but most likely mid 1800s to early 1900's, could be earlier. Origin: Purchased at an estate auction in Southeastern Pennsylvania. Size: The tool is ~6 3/4" long from end to end and the crimping wheel is ~1 5/8" in diameter. The piece weighs about 1.6 ounces. Maker: Unknown. Marks: Unmarked. Distinguishing Characteristics - Most Interesting About The Piece: This is a nice antique kitchen tool which in our opinion looks great and is in goo