Candle Snuffer ?

[mojjax]

At least that's what I think it is . There is old wax and soot on it . I can't find any info on it . It's about 5" long in the out stretched position . the spring "clamp" part fits perfectly on a candle . The only marking is 1850 . Thanks for any information !

 

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[hogge]

That is one awesome looking relic. I think you are right on the ID.

 

[Likely Guy]

Is there any part of the mechanism that looks like it could also be a wick trimmer?

 

[mojjax]

Is there any part of the mechanism that looks like it could also be a wick trimmer?

No , there are no cutting mechanisms on it . I've been searching patent designs , but I haven't found anything like it yet .

 

[taz42o]

mojjax, what is the extra lever thing, is it possible it was spring loaded to close automaticly from heat once candle burnt so far down?

 

[IronSpike]

mojjax, what is the extra lever thing, is it possible it was spring loaded to close automaticly from heat once candle burnt so far down?

I think Taz420 is on to something here on the functionality. Probably not designed for use in common households, but maybe for churches or other places where either many candles were used or in places where candles were hard or not easy to reach?

If heat activated device guess it also could have been for some sort of advent candle (device placed to desired usage point)?

 

[lostcauses]

To be honest this reminds me of an old Christmas tree candle holder. Or an early Xmas tree light. They did use such.

 

[lostcauses]

Also the little clip may have been a wick holder on an oil based lamp.

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

To be honest this reminds me of an old Christmas tree candle holder. Or an early Xmas tree light. They did use such.

Will the squeeze thing clamp to a tree branch?Will it swivel to set upright? If it does, and with wax inside, I guess Xmas tree candle also. If thats what it is, its a nice one! I always wondered how many trees they burnt down lol.

 

[taz42o]

Automatic candle snuffer.

http://www.dorsetforyou.com/index.jsp?articleid=368844

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

Automatic candle snuffer.

http://www.dorsetforyou.com/index.jsp?articleid=368844

WOW thats what it is Taz! I should have realized its too fancy for a xmas tree candle. Im surprised it wasnt patented. I couldnt find a candle snuffer patent until the 1880's..

 

[trikikiwi]

Amazing Well done Taz

Mike

 

[mojjax]

Thanks Taz !!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[seger98]

taz, great find on the link, I spent the better part of an hour last night searching the internet & bam.......... this morning here it is!

 

[IronSpike]

Great ID Taz420

Many candles

Great relic in excellent condition.

 

[taz42o]

Thanks Taz !!!!!!!!!!!!

Your welcome. I am still wondering about the little tube on the side. I wonder if snuffer came with candle holder that had a metal rod that went up through tube to help support the wieght of snuffer.

 

[Ramitt]

What an absolutely cool little device. Neat find.

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

green check?

 

[lostcauses]

I have learned somthing from this one. Great find taz42o

 

[mojjax]

green check?

I'm stuck in a Time Warp right now . I try to do the green check mark - it says "session failed"
I'm doing a Re-boot .

When i click on "NOW'' to see the posts that are happening in real time - They are from March 15