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Your basic, fool-proof waffle iron.

Manning-Bowman late 1920s in Nickel Plating

Here is the grandfather of the world famous, much lusted over Manning-Bowman Twin-0-Matic waffle baker that appeared ten years later, and is shown on the previous page of waffle irons.

The Manning-Bowman Company had been in Meriden Connecticut since 1872 when they merged with the Meridan Britannia Company. According to Antique Electric Waffle Irons, the company had been making commercial cooking equipment long before they made appliances for home use, so they knew how to make durable goods that would hold up under commercial use.

This one has been completely refurbished, in very good condition inside and out, shows no damage and only moderate wear to the nickel plating. It is a non-automatic model, without a knob to limit the high temperature. It comes with a detachable cord set which plugs into the back of the waffle iron.

Manning-Bowman & Co. Meriden, Conn. U.S.a. model 1700X
Shipping weight: 8 lbs.

$88

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1930 Edison Electric Waffle Iron "Hotpoint"

This fully functional show piece is a non-automatic waffle iron equipped with heavy duty General Electric "calrod" heating elements and chrome plating. It measures 5 inches high and about 9 inches wide at base and produces a full size 7 inch waffle.

The faceted lid and base are complimented by some knock out metal work in a zigzag art deco design in the pedestal. The handles are uniquely styled green and orange marbleized Bakelite.

This is a very scarce piece made in very limited numbers for small upscale segment of the depression era market. It is once again an attractive performer that will give many more years of reliable service.

It is cosmetically in B+ condition with very little age wear. It has been completely rebuilt and tested, and with modern high temperature appliance wire installed. It comes with a detachable cord set, instructions, tips and recipes to help you enjoy waffles just the way you like them.

Edison Electric Waffle Iron
Cat. 119Y155 660 watts 115 volts
Made in USA by Edison Electric Appliance Co. Inc.
A General Electric Organization Chicago, Ill. Ontario, Calif.

Shipping weight: 8 pounds

$330

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Dominion Waffle Iron - Mint Condition

This Dominion waffle iron is a no nonsense work-a-day performer from the mid to late 1960s. It's fully automatic with an easy to adjust temperature control knob and easy to see indicator light. It comes with a detachable cord set.

This example, as shown, is in mint condition. We also have the same waffle iron with non-stick grids, also in mint condition.

Dominion model 13xx
Shipping weight: 8 lbs.

$98

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Landers 1920s Dome Top with Pierced Pedestal Base

Made from the mid to late 1920s, this waffle iron features nickel plating and an appealing pedestal base with pierced openwork worthy of the "Roaring '20s".

It is non-automatic with very heavy duty heating elements, exceeding today's 'commercial quality". The sturdy handles are black enamel over turned wood. The pedestal design keeps the base pleasantly cool to the touch.

This example obviously has lived a pampered life, very lightly used, it is in nearly flawless condition. It has the original and fragile two wire silk cord with in line switch which we will include, along with a second, new, replacement cord set. That little extra makes this a very classy gift idea. We include instructions for seasoning the grids, recipes, and tips on making great waffles every time.

Landers 1920s Dome Top
Landers, Frary & Clark Company
New Britain Conn. Made in U.S.A. 660 watts

Shipping weight: 8 Lbs.

$120

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Waffle Iron made in the U.S.A.



It means business!

Early Universal Waffle Iron

Although this waffle iron is 80 years old it is still a credible performer even by modern standards, suitable for making waffles. The little waffles it produces are perfect for re-heating in a toaster or microwave. The grill area measures 7.75" x 4.25" and we've not disturbed a very good seasoning on this one. The tray measures approximately 8" x 11". It comes with an authentic cord set with twin plugs.

At one time, Landers, Frary & clark was the most well known household goods manufacturer in the world, beginning in New England in the 1840s and was one of the first manufacturers to produce a practical electric waffle iron just prior to World War I.

This third model was produced from about 1925 to 1930 and is a direct descendent of the company's first waffle iron. Its heating element was later deemed to be over engineered and of too high a quality for a non-commercial appliance. The company's later models were designed with much lighter duty elements. The body and tray are made from sheet brass; the legs are turned from solid brass rod, then nickel-plated and polished. The cooking grids are cast from aluminum impregnated with paraffin and were advertised as "never needing greasing." Whatever the claim, we suggest that before you use your iron you season the grids. Complete seasoning instructions & recipes are included.

Universal Model E9305a The Trade Mark Known In Every Home
Landers, Frary & Clark New Britain, conn. U.S.A.
Volts 108/116 Watts 660


Shipping Weight: 8 lbs.

$125

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Manning-Bowman & Co Puritan

The Manning-Bowman Company was noted for it's high quality stylish products. It was one of the pioneers in the small electric appliance field and produced it's first electric waffle iron just after World War I.

This model was marketed as the "Puritan" model and with real Black Walnut handles and a wonderful bull's eye design of concentric circles on the lid.

This one has been completely disassembled, cleaned and reconditioned to as close to factory new as we can make it; a very minor scuffing on the lid is the only plating imperfection. The original wiring has been replaced by modern high temperature wire, the same high tech wire found in new cooking appliances. It is in very good condition and ready to make waffle for many more years.



Manning-Bowman & Co. Meriden, Conn. U.S.A.
Made in the U.S.A.

Shipping weight: 9 Lbs.

$125

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A Bull's Eye for Styling!



Luxury on the table

Landers Deluxe Waffle iron -- Very Special Gift

This non-automatic pedestal style waffle iron is not only stunning to look at, it is very easy to use. Typical of high-end products sold under the Universal brand, this waffle iron has ivory colored Catalin side handles and lid handle.The lid is beautifully decorated with a center rosette surrounded by fancy work -- the epitome of 1920s styling. This waffle iron measures approximately eleven inches across by five inches high and makes a full size seven inch diameter medium thick waffle.

This waffle iron has been completely disassembled, carefully cleaned and inspected, and rewired with high temperature modern appliance wire, and then tested to be certain that it will perform flawlessly for you for many years to come. It comes complete with detachable cord set, instructions, cooking tips and myriad recipes.

The condition is excellent with the exception of a blemish on the lid.

Universal Made by Landers, Frary & Clark
New Britain, Conn. USA
No E7344H 108-116 volts 660 watts
Made in U.S.A.

Shipping weight: 8 lbs.

$235

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Westinghouse Early 1920s Waffle Iron

By the early 1920s, Westinghouse introduced this fourth model of waffle iron. Most of the money is on the inside, where it counts, with highly over-engineered heating elements, big and sturdy, essentially what we consider today as commercial quality. The body is heavy gauge steel plated first with copper and then nickel. And the object was to be able to design and manufacture a thing that people would buy and would last, because that used to be the only way to stay in business. They weren't too concerned about the exterior styling until another decade later.

This one has been completely disassembled, cleaned and rewired with modern appliance wire, and will make waffles for another 80 or a hundred years, given any reasonable respect and care. It works as well as it looks. Obviously, it's previous owner loved it, too and never abused it with abrasives or worse.

Circle "W" Waffle iron
Westinghouse Electric Mfg. Co. Mansfield Works
Mansfield, Ohio U.S.A. 115 Volts 600 Watt

Shipping Weight: 9 Lbs.

$185

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A waffle iron for the ages.



Electrex Waffle Iron in Delft Blue

Beardsley & Wolcott of Waterbury, Connecticut manufactured this high quality, petite size waffle iron for and sold by United Drug. This model came with a Delft Blue handle.

This unit has heavy duty heating elements and makes a 5 ½ inch waffles just about as fast as you can eat them. When not in use this piece is so diminutive it makes a wonderful decorative addition to any kitchen.

This example has been completely reconditioned and is cosmetically in museum quality condition.

Electrex X232 United Drug Co.
Volts 110- Amps 4.2
Shipping Weight: 6 lbs.

$145

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