Vintage Kester Soldering Iron Copper Wood Handle Antique Tinsmith Tool 13.25” For Sale

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Vintage Kester Soldering Iron Copper Wood Handle Antique Tinsmith Tool 13.25”:
$32.95

Vintage KESTER hand soldering iron / soldering copper with its original marked wooden handle. A great old working-tool collectible with wonderful untouched patina and character.

Measures approximately 13¼” overall. The metal head measures approximately 3½” × 1”, handle is approximately 1⅜” wide, and total weight is 13.9 oz.

The wooden handle is prominently marked KESTER. Heavy metal head and shaft show the darkened surface, oxidation and wear expected from an old heat-used tool.

Condition: Vintage used condition with substantial age and working wear. Metal has surface rust, oxidation, pitting, discoloration and old marks. Wooden handle shows scratches, wear and visible age-related cracking/splitting, including around the shaft end. The handle remains attached. Please examine all photos closely for condition and construction. No attempt has been made to clean, polish or restore it.

A nice display piece for a collection of antique tools, tinsmithing equipment, early soldering equipment or industrial décor.