more useful than a close-up of one mysterious piece.
Look for Manufacturer Marks
If you’ve inherited an old kitchen gadget, turn it over.
Seriously!
Some of the most helpful clues can be hiding underneath.
Look for:
- Brand names
- Manufacturer stamps
- Patent numbers
- Model numbers
- Engraved lettering
- Cast markings
- Country-of-origin markings
Even a few letters can make identification much easier.
A patent number can be especially interesting because it may lead to historical records showing what the original designers intended the tool to do.
That little mystery object suddenly
There’s more to discover. Continue to the next page for the rest of this article.
