Using Vintage Kitchen Tools

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Here's my moms old Salad Master. I used to love to operate it when I was a kid. It needs new rubber feet, which I found online, but still haven't ordered.

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Old-fashion quality tools like these will always look just like new as long as they are cared for properly after each use. In this case, "patina" is more a sign of improper cleaning and care than age or use.
 

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My parents got it when they were married, and they would have celebrated their 65th anniversary last month. And it got a lot of use!
I imagine it was a new wedding gift? But just imagine if they purchased it at an antique shop shortly after they were married. It could be 100 years old! Just thinking....

Mary
 

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Not quite that old Mary, but it's definitely got some age on it.
The Saladmaster company started business in 1946 and is still operating. (LINK)
I also have my moms old Saladmaster stainless steel pots, still in great shape and will someday give them to the boys when I'm sure they'll appreciate their history.
 

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