Vintage Climax No. 51 Meat Grinder with Original Box — Cast Iron Hand Crank

A cast iron Climax No. 51 meat grinder in working condition, complete with original red and cream box from Landers Frary & Clark of New Britain, Connecticut — a piece of kitchen history that grinds meat, bologna, and vegetables with straightforward mechanical precision.

Small enough to store in a drawer, sturdy enough to handle regular use, and priced right for the collector of vintage kitchen equipment or the cook who appreciates tools that lasted a century and still work.

Details

• Item: Meat grinder / food chopper
• Maker: Landers Frary & Clark, New Britain, Connecticut
• Model: Climax No. 51
• Era: Circa 1890s–1920s (patent date Oct. 12, 1897)
• Material: Cast iron body; steel gears and cutters; wood handle
• Color: Gray cast iron with natural patina
• Operation: Hand crank, table-mount with C-clamp
• Grinder Head: 9.5 inches tall total; metal mechanism 8 inches (not including clamp)
• Box: Original packaging, red and cream cardboard, shows wear consistent with age
• Cutters Included: Three blade wheels (coarse, medium, fine) — one bright, two with patina
• Measurements: Box 10 x 4 x 4 inches; complete grinder fits inside
• Special Features: Compact design; reversible handle; all original hardware present

Condition Grade: Good

Positives

• Complete and functional — all parts present and accounted for
• One blade wheel shows minimal corrosion; cast iron base clean
• Original box is a significant collector bonus
• Hand crank and handle intact with no breaks
• Gears turn smoothly; clamp mechanism works

Issues / Wear

• Two of three blade wheels show surface rust and patina — cosmetic, not structural
• Original box shows expected wear: creasing, color fading, age stains (adds authenticity)
• Natural cast iron patina throughout; not polished or restored
• General wear consistent with 100+ year old kitchen tool

See all photos for detail — sold as pictured.

Condition Grade Key

• Near Fine: Almost perfect. Very minor signs of age only.
• Very Good: Shows light use. Sound and attractive with minor flaws.
• Good: Complete and intact. Noticeable wear consistent with age and use.
• Fair: Shows significant wear. Readable or usable but clearly used.

Collector's Notes

Landers Frary & Clark was one of America's premier manufacturers of kitchen hardware and tools, founded in the 1870s and producing equipment for home and commercial kitchens well into the mid-20th century. The Climax line of meat grinders became iconic for their compact, efficient design.

A practical tool and a tangible piece of American manufacturing heritage.

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