Been looking at these pieces of aluminum for several months setting in my shop floor and a couple days ago I decided to restore them to what I think is like new condition minus the few chink marks they've received over the years. My house being up for sale has prompted me to do something with them thus cleaning before packing was the answer.
The four pieces displayed are as follows:
A) Griswold American No 608 Slant logo Aluminum WI w/ handle low base #327E. I didn't do a before pic but believe me that aluminum was just about as black as the base it sets on.
B) Griswold 5 Qt. A515 slant logo Aluminum tea kettle. The lid ring where attached to the handle base is broken but the lid still sets nicely on top. I have been looking for almost a year for a replacement and finally have given up but she still polished up quiet nicely.
C) Club Hammercraft aluminum fry pan. It measures 9 3/4" which is about the same size as a #8 CI skillet. These were made by the Club Aluminum Co. and can be found in most antique stores and flea markets and very reasonable prices.
D) Mystery griddle...Have no idea the maker since there were no clues to any markings. It's oval in shape measuring apx. 17 1/4" L by 7 1/2" wide and has a depth of 1". I paid $12 for it in Arizona and considered making it fire ant sculpture at one time. The handle is removable by simply lifting upwards and out. Think I may keep it in hopes to use on a camp fire one day while off the grid. To be honest I haven't researched it but its very similar to the shape of the Sportsman Grill.
The four pieces displayed are as follows:
A) Griswold American No 608 Slant logo Aluminum WI w/ handle low base #327E. I didn't do a before pic but believe me that aluminum was just about as black as the base it sets on.
B) Griswold 5 Qt. A515 slant logo Aluminum tea kettle. The lid ring where attached to the handle base is broken but the lid still sets nicely on top. I have been looking for almost a year for a replacement and finally have given up but she still polished up quiet nicely.
C) Club Hammercraft aluminum fry pan. It measures 9 3/4" which is about the same size as a #8 CI skillet. These were made by the Club Aluminum Co. and can be found in most antique stores and flea markets and very reasonable prices.
D) Mystery griddle...Have no idea the maker since there were no clues to any markings. It's oval in shape measuring apx. 17 1/4" L by 7 1/2" wide and has a depth of 1". I paid $12 for it in Arizona and considered making it fire ant sculpture at one time. The handle is removable by simply lifting upwards and out. Think I may keep it in hopes to use on a camp fire one day while off the grid. To be honest I haven't researched it but its very similar to the shape of the Sportsman Grill.
