Antique Enterprise Mfg Co Cast Iron Sausage Stuffer Lard Fruit Press Primitive Kitchen Tool Description Condition: Used - Selling As Is Key Details:
- Brand: Enterprise Manufacturing Company, Philadelphia, PA
- Material: Heavy Cast Iron
- Function: Designed as a multi-purpose press for stuffing sausage, pressing lard, and juicing fruit.
- Features: Manual hand-crank operation with geared screw mechanism. The specific model number or capacity (e.g., quart size) might be visible on the cylinder or arch (check for markings).
- Age: Circa late 1800s to early 1900s (often marked with patent dates like 1883).
- Aesthetic: A great display piece for a farmhouse, rustic kitchen, or industrial decor.
- Included: The main press unit is included along with 2- small 4 quart small press plates (#2079), 1- 4 quart large press plate (#2078), 1- fruit press (#2080), 1- strainer basket (please see photos as it is coming apart at the bottom), nut and 2 sausage tubes (tubes may not be original) all as pictured. Please do not hesitate to ask for more photos, if needed.
Functionality & Imperfections:
The crank action turns but the item has not been tested with food or water. The exterior shows age-appropriate wear, patina, and some paint loss/rust, consistent with an antique used item. Has been previously oil seasoned with some oil build-up. We are not experts on its full operation or if any parts are missing for specific uses.