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Traveller, romany / gypsy collectors

by: tinkerlass( 268Feedback score is 100 to 499)
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If you would like to buy utility pieces then always look for vintage used items as they are far superior in quality to the modern made goods.

Water jacks, ....well I love Llwellyns of Darlington for quality and durability, seconded by Elgin of Scotland.

Cast wares................check for hollow sounds and surface cracking.............swinging pots should have a lid, make sure it matches, and SIDDONS, is a good manufacturer,

A good pot will last many years, the general rule is the smaller the pot, the more expensive.

 

Milk churns, ...............the 5 gallon aluminium is rare now and the best were from Swift of Scarborough in my opinion. Again check welds and for matching lids. The 5 gall is rarer and will fetch twice the price of the bigger 10 gallon size.

pot drops for the chitty irons are various and varied in style, they can be long or short, rigid or in ring form, again these are rare nowadays.

Ive been collecting and dealing in these items for many years so I hope this has been a help. Kind regards Tinker


Guide ID: 10000000006787838Guide created: 21/04/08 (updated 03/07/08)

 
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