VINTAGE COLLECTIBLE BAKELITE RODS - MIXED COLORS & SIZES - 630g TOTAL WEIGHT - CRAFTING/TURNERY LIKELY FORMER UMBRELLA HANDLES

Description:

For sale is a vintage lot of Bakelite rods. These appear to be former handles, showing unique aging and character. This listing is for the exact group of items shown in the referenced images. They are being sold "as is," perfect for collectors of vintage plastics or for artisans for turnery and crafting projects. Please examine all photos carefully for details and conditions.

Item specifics:

Material: Bakelite / Catalin (Vintage Phenolic Resin)

Total Weight: 630 grams.

Colors: A mix of dark red/maroon and yellow/black-swirled end-grain patterns.

Quantity: 12 individual rods/handles in total.

Condition: These are pre-owned vintage items with a "rustic" patina. There is surface wear, scuffing, and imperfections consistent with age and previous use. One rod has a noticeable break/chip at the top. A few have metal components at the ends. Some show remnants of putty or adhesive on their ends. They have not been tested with the hot water/Simichrome method, but they exhibit characteristics classic of vintage Bakelite.

Measurements:

Detailed measurements are provided in the photographs using a tape measure:

The red rods are approximately 12.5 cm (about 5 inches) in length.

The yellow-and-black rods are approximately 10.5 to 11 cm (4 to 4.25 inches) in length.

The rods vary in diameter, with several shown around 2.5 to 3.5 cm (1 to 1.4 inches) in diameter at the ends.

Please see the photographs for visual details:

The images include overhead views of all rods on a digital scale (630g), side views highlighting the colors and conditions (including one chipped yellow rod), and multiple views with a tape measure showing length and diameter of the different colored rods and their various end treatments (caps, metal elements, putty).