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Friday, July 8th, 2011
Have A Hobby Of Collecting Kitchenware
Do you know what the great thing is about collecting antique kitchenware? You’re more likely to find them than other types of antiques. Antique kitchenwares were manufactured in batches and many were even mass produced so there is a good chance you can find some really nice pieces to add to or to start your collection. Here are tips to help you with finding authentic antique kitchenware:
Antique kitchenware isn’t just about metal and utensils When you’re looking for antique kitchenware, don’t just keep your eyes peeled for the more obvious things like Knives, forks, spoons and ladles. There are also antique items like skillets, waffle irons, vases, bowls, trays, tea sets, tart tins, metal scoops and even kitchen thermometers and small appliances that can be valuable assets to your collection.
Don’t pass up on the opportunity to get an antique piece that can core, chop, mash and cook food made from metal. There are also antique kitchenwares that are made from wood, ceramics, stone and glass.
Some eras are cheaper than others When it comes to antique kitchenware, most newbies expect to pay more simply because the item is old. However, there are certain antique kitchenware items that aren’t as expensive because there is little demand for them. A 1930s cherry picker, for example, will cost you less than a hundred bucks simply because people don’t know what it is. Even if you find one in mint condition, you still won’t have pay a lot for it.
Shine like silver If you’re collecting authentic antique kitchenware, you might come across some silver items. Of course, nothing beats the true value and beauty of sterling silver but if you find antique kitchenware made from silver plate, don’t discount them. Silver plate is as beautiful as high quality sterling silver but it is more affordable. And if you know how to take care of it, it can last as long as real silver.
Look for a guide. You can’t find what you’re looking for if you don’t know what it is. You could be looking at the real deal and then just ignore it simply because you didn’t recognize it as a real antique.
Read books on the subject and find out what type of kitchenwares were in use during what era. If you’re trying to find items that were used in a colonial kitchen, for example, you might want to refer to history books, old magazines and item catalogues. If you want to recreate the look of a 40s or 50s kitchen, you can even refer to old movies or TV shows during that era.
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Kershaw Ultra-Tek Blade Sharpener with 600-Grit Diamond Coated Oval Shaft $19.52 600 grit, diamond coated, oval shaft Handle is made of 6061-T6 anodized aluminum Overall length: 9-1/2″ Made in the U.S.A. … |
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Buck 110 Folding Hunter, Lockback Folding Knife $31.49 The 110 Folding Hunter–Buck’s signature knife–originally debuted in 1962, making it a good year for knife safety. The Folding Hunter is equipped with a nail-notch lockback design that opens easily and closes safely during any activity, ensuring that the knife never goes out of style. The knife’s 3-3/4-inch stainless-steel clip blade, meanwhile, is ideal for detail work, such as piercing and cutt… |
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KA-BAR Fighting/Utility Serrated Edge Knife with Hard Sheath, Black $96.96 Equipped with a partially serrated edge, the full-size Ka-Bar utility knife makes it easy to cut looped and synthetic materials. The knife blade is made of 1095 Cro-Van steel, an easy-to-sharpen carbon steel that keeps its edge well. The manmade Kraton G handle, meanwhile, is comfortable in the hand. Other features include a clip point, a flat grind, and a 20-degree edge angle. Specifications St… |
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Ka-Bar 2-1245-1 Black Tanto Knife $82.03 Equipped with an Asian-influenced Tanto blade shape, this Ka-Bar combat knife is designed for the toughest of tasks. The Tanto blade is made of 1095 Cro-Van steel, with a thick pointed blade that’s great for penetration. The manmade Kraton G handle, meanwhile, is comfortable in the hand. Add in a glass-filled nylon sheath and you have a terrific knife for combat applications. Specifications Stam… |
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Gerber 22-47162 Fast Draw Spring Assisted Opening Stainless Steel Fine Edge Knife $22.93 With spring-assisted technology, the Gerber Fast Draw Knife deploys quickly and easily with one hand. This fine edge knife can be triggered using the thumb stub or with a sudden release of the index finger. The Fast Draw features a high carbon surgical stainless steel blade and tactile texturing on nylon handle. The blade measures 2.99 inches in length. A sturdy pocket clip keeps it close at hand…. |
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Kershaw Ken Onion Leek Folding Knife with Speed Safe The Leek series includes some of Kershaw’s most popular knives, and the K.O. Leek serrated folding knife is no exception. This particular knife features a distinctive design by celebrated knife maker Ken Onion, who created the SpeedSafe ambidextrous assisted opening system. With SpeedSafe, the user can smoothly and easily deploy the blade with one hand, either left or right. This makes it ideal fo… |
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Buck Knives / KNIFE, BUCK ZIPPER / 2607 $88.8 Buck Knives – KNIFE, BUCK ZIPPER – 2607 |
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Buck Knives / KNIFE, BUCK/HOOD, HOODLUM / 3648 $128.13 Buck Knives – KNIFE, BUCK/HOOD, HOODLUM – 3648 |
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Buck Knives / KNIFE, STOCKMAN / 2587 $40.38 Buck Knives – KNIFE, STOCKMAN – 2587 |
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Buck Knives / KNIFE, KNIGHT / 2599 $42.41 Buck Knives – KNIFE, KNIGHT – 2599 |
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Buck Knives / KNIFE, SQUIRE / 2598 $45.96 Buck Knives – KNIFE, SQUIRE – 2598 |
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Buck Knives / KNIFE, THE 55 / 5684 $43.93 Buck Knives – KNIFE, THE 55 – 5684 |
