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If you’re an uncompromising collector of antique technology, make sure to check out all my listings after you look at this one. I don’t think you’ll find a better, broader or more balanced assortment of technical antiques anywhere — hundreds of listings each year, almost all of them featuring eye-popping “gee whiz” gadgetry in exceptional original condition. Here’s a beautiful, working, and very uncommon Western Electric 1/12 HP bipolar DC utility motor that dates to the 1890’s. As you can see in the pictures and the video, the motor’s cosmetic condition is excellent, and it runs smoothly and quietly. The motor has been disassembled, cleaned and lubricated, and it is suitable for safe operation. It’s the same rectifier that you see in the photos and in the video. Because this is a DC motor, it cannot be used with 120V household AC unless you are using this (or some other) AC to DC rectifier as an intermediary. If you attempt to run the motor with straight AC from your wall outlet, without using a rectifier, you risk irreparably damaging the windings — and more… The motor is approximately 8″ high by 8 1/2″ wide and weighs approximately 16 lb. Barn-Find, but when your “bargain” arrives broken, and without any hint of how you might be able to put it back together, you’ll realize that you really do get exactly what you pay for.

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Needs a new cord.

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This is a REAL treat for fan collectors and lovers… This is a perfectly working, age old (100years old) and OUTRIGHT GORGEOUS Antique 1920’s ROBBINS & MYERS BRASS BLADE ELECTRIC METAL TABLE DESK FAN LIST NO. 3704, 16″ TALL” Manufactured by ROBBINS & MYERS in the USA. This is a fantastic release, early 1920’s gem, stunning in every way, has stood very well preserved. Brass blades have the upmost flawless shine, rust free. The body is deep black and has felt green bottom. This works perfect, perfect functions and UNBELIEVABLY clean throughout, STUNNING. Cord was cut from lamp by owner to replace due to aging and cracking, has no power cord at the moment. We have been in this business for some time now, so feel at ease knowing that you are getting exactly what you see in pictures and ONLY what you see in pictures. This will sell very fast so don’t miss out.

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One part of the cage is damage and the brass tag where speed adjuster is damage can see both in pictures. In good condition needs further cleaning. Please look over all the pictures as I try and describe any flaws found but may miss some and the pictures are part of the description. This is what I do for a living and my wife carefully packs all items. Wife & husband small business based in New York in USA. The item “Antique Diehl Oscillating 3 Speed Fan Working Stunning Brass Blades Steampunk” is in sale since Monday, July 8, 2019. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Kitchen & Home\Electric Fans”. The seller is “khollamby” and is located in Olean, New York. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Taiwan, South africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Barbados, Sri lanka, Macao, Uruguay, Russian federation.

• Brand: Diehl
• Modified Item: No

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Fresh from an estate and a small collection of fans is a wonderful brass blade vintage oscillating fan that dates from the 1920s, and was manufactured by the General Electric company. The fan is estate fresh, and has only been gently wiped clean. The fan is in outstanding cosmetic condition, with new paint (the color is faithful to the fan’s original hunter green paint), although there is some very minor paint loss to the oscillating gear housing (that protrudes from the back of the motor) and the cage. The brass accents — blades, screws, nuts, oscillating bell, oscillating knob — are all polished. Green felt was applied to the bottom of the fan to ensure surfaces on which the fan set were not marred. The old wiring was replaced with new, and operating parts were cleaned and oiled. With the restoration the fan is ready for many more decades of dependable service! The blades are solid brass and measure 11 in diameter. The fan is roughly 13 1/2″ wide and 17″ high. The base, motor housing, cage, struts, are all made of steel — the fan is extremely solid. The solid brass oscillating knob on top of the oscillating housing engages/disengages the oscillating mechanism. The fan features GE’s popular “S-wire” guard, with wires on the front of the guard in an “S” shape. The fan also features GE’s iconic logo in the center button. In addition to operating on a desk or table (flat surface), the fan was also designed to for operation on a wall — it can easily be mounted to a wall for vertical surface via screw holes in the base, and tilted appropriately. The fan is a three speed model and runs and oscillates smoothly and quietly on three distinct speeds, and puts out an impressive breeze. This fan is ready for immediate use and is a guaranteed conversation starter. In addition to the practical use of providing air movement, the fan could also be used as wonderful and stylish accent item in a range of settings vintage home, beach house, office, second home, etc. As it really conveys the 1920s. Fans make wonderful and highly distinctive wedding and birthday gifts — stand out from the gift-giving crowd with a restored and usable antique! Rest assured the fan will be expertly packed – it will be securely wrapped with 4-5 layers of bubble-wrap, double-boxed, and very securely packed. Please see my feedback to learn how much clients appreciate the time and care I take in packing their items. Please see my other auctions — lots of estate fresh vintage fans to choose from! The item “Stunning Vintage General Electric Antique Brass Blade Electric Fan Works A++” is in sale since Thursday, September 27, 2018. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Kitchen & Home\Electric Fans”. The seller is “cln6o1u” and is located in Denver, Colorado. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia.

• Modified Item: No
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Brand: GE

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SIMPLY STUNNING VERY EARLY 12 GE CAST IRON BRASS BLADE BRASS CAGE BRASS STRUTS ON THIS HUNTER BADGED GE FAN. STUNNING CONDITION AND IT RUNS SMOOTH , FAST AND STRONG ON ALL 3 DISTINCT SPEEDS. NEW WIRE FROM THE STATOR TO THE SWITCH NEW POWER WIRE & PLUG. NEW OIL AND WICKS. ALL BRASS HAS A NICE POLISH. NONE OF THE BRASS HAS BEEN CLEAR COATED. A BEAUTIFUL VINTAGE FAN. PLEASE SEE ALL PHOTOS AND ASK ANY QUESTIONS. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> ASK FOR MORE PHOTOS IF NEEDED. PLEASE SEE MY OTHER AUCTIONS AND FEED BACKS……………………………….. The item “ANTIQUE GE FAN VINTAGE FAN BRASS BLADE BRASS CAGE STUNNING HUNTER BADGE GE FAN” is in sale since Monday, August 20, 2018. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Kitchen & Home\Electric Fans”. The seller is “gingersnap54″ and is located in Auburn, California. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia.

• Modified Item: No
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Brand: GE

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