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Lot 291:
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(3) Antique Ice Shredder & Tongs, includes an antique accordion-style ice block tongs, stamped “Oetting Bros Ice Co, Chicago, 13”, a pair of tongs with integrated pear-shaped handles, faded red tool paint, central pivot rivet, wedge-profile points, stamped “Model #542” and “13 IN.”, manufactured by Gifford-Wood, Co, and a massive heavy-duty tongs, much larger than standard tongs, integrated oval handle loops, aggressive hooked points, can handle items weighing 200-400 pounds, 23″ , all have authentic wear, surface oxidation and pitting, fully functional mechanics, intact tips, no cracks or welds, good condition, see photos. Once essential tools of the ice trade, now rare survivors that built everyday life…highly collectible industrial Americana!
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