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Ironrite Model 94!
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danemodsandy
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Because Of....
The luxurious-looking handle, which appears to be diecast, I'm going to hazard a guess that this was the TOL model before the TOL Model 95 we're all more familiar with.
The luxurious-looking handle, which appears to be diecast, I'm going to hazard a guess that this was the TOL model before the TOL Model 95 we're all more familiar with.
whirlcool
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I don't think this is from the 1940's. in fact I think it's from the early 60's.
Why? The US Steel logo on it. They didn't start using that until the late 50's. And in the 50's most manufacturer name plates were in black & white or red & white.
But if it were 1965 or later it would have a zipcode on it for Ironrite, right next to "Michigan". I'm going to guess this machine if from 1963 sometime.
But it is in excellent condition. And certainly a buy at that price.
Why? The US Steel logo on it. They didn't start using that until the late 50's. And in the 50's most manufacturer name plates were in black & white or red & white.
But if it were 1965 or later it would have a zipcode on it for Ironrite, right next to "Michigan". I'm going to guess this machine if from 1963 sometime.
But it is in excellent condition. And certainly a buy at that price.
Plant closed in 1961 according to the local news . As well it say the plant was razed in July 2013.. well I guess I won't be stopping by for a picture now. It was on my to do list but forgotten
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My brother Jeff worked for a dealer selling New IRs and repairing them in the late 1970s, so I know they were around after 1961.
My brother Jeff worked for a dealer selling New IRs and repairing them in the late 1970s, so I know they were around after 1961.
whirlcool
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Could it be that they just closed down the Cass Ave plant and continued using the original for a time?
Maybe that model 94 was one of the last ones built?
My aunt had an Ironrite. My mother told me it was called a "mangle". I asked her why and she said that it's called a mangle because it rips little boys arms off of their body and can even kill you.
I never saw my aunt using it, that was totally forbidden by my mother. "the possibility of injury is too great" was her warning. So I was under the impression that even being in the same room with one was dangerous.
Maybe that model 94 was one of the last ones built?
My aunt had an Ironrite. My mother told me it was called a "mangle". I asked her why and she said that it's called a mangle because it rips little boys arms off of their body and can even kill you.
I never saw my aunt using it, that was totally forbidden by my mother. "the possibility of injury is too great" was her warning. So I was under the impression that even being in the same room with one was dangerous.
My guess would be that someone bought all the remaining stock and continued selling them.
I've always been fascinated with the Ironrite ironing machines. I was Googling around the interWebs and I ran across this link.
http://www.jitterbuzz.com/the_ironrite.html
Lots of neat Ironrite info.
I especially loved the "Penny Ironrite" image. I think I once worked with a woman by that name.
http://www.jitterbuzz.com/the_ironrite.html
Lots of neat Ironrite info.
I especially loved the "Penny Ironrite" image. I think I once worked with a woman by that name.
whirlcool
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Thanks for that link. That site has just about everything you need to know about Ironrite.
We considered getting one for awhile, but now that we are retired and don't entertain like we used to we don't have a need for this type of product. In fact in this small house without a basement there really is no place to put it. But it does look like an interesting product nonetheless.
We considered getting one for awhile, but now that we are retired and don't entertain like we used to we don't have a need for this type of product. In fact in this small house without a basement there really is no place to put it. But it does look like an interesting product nonetheless.
launderall
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Maytag Badge trivia
The Ironrite Company began struggling to stay afloat in the late 50's due to the introduction of wrinkle-free fabrics and more efficient and easy to use hand ironers. In September 1959 The Ironrite Co. merged with Dielectric Products and Engineering Company and what was left of the mangle industry slowly faded from existence. During this time, Ironrite rallied to outsmart bankruptcy by partnering with other appliance corporations. One of these companies was the Maytag Co., which was also narrowly escaping dissolution with the recent passing of its president and last remaining namesake, Fred Maytag II. Under new leadership in 1960, Maytag looked to Dialectric for a contract of Maytag labeled mangle ironers in hopes of broadening market share--and today I have one of these very rare machines for you. The model that would become the Maytag 96 roller Iron was the Ironrite model 95. It has every feature including casting marks and numbers of the Ironrite Model 95, but has the name Maytag in place of Ironrite.
The Ironrite Company began struggling to stay afloat in the late 50's due to the introduction of wrinkle-free fabrics and more efficient and easy to use hand ironers. In September 1959 The Ironrite Co. merged with Dielectric Products and Engineering Company and what was left of the mangle industry slowly faded from existence. During this time, Ironrite rallied to outsmart bankruptcy by partnering with other appliance corporations. One of these companies was the Maytag Co., which was also narrowly escaping dissolution with the recent passing of its president and last remaining namesake, Fred Maytag II. Under new leadership in 1960, Maytag looked to Dialectric for a contract of Maytag labeled mangle ironers in hopes of broadening market share--and today I have one of these very rare machines for you. The model that would become the Maytag 96 roller Iron was the Ironrite model 95. It has every feature including casting marks and numbers of the Ironrite Model 95, but has the name Maytag in place of Ironrite.
launderall
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and more.....
The model 95 was the crème-de-la- crème of all Ironrites. This machine rolled off the Ironrite assembly line in June 1960. It has a larger and more reliable direct-to-gearbox motor than that of the 80 series. As with all two digit models this has a 25” roller with brand new burlap, pad, and cover installed ,even though the existing machine had never been used, I was concerned with the integrity of the old fabric. This machine has the same three fold-down wings that complete your work area and two knee controllers that lower/raise the roller and pause the roller during operation, the same as all full-size Ironrites. Unlike all other Ironrite models the 95 has a three position forming board to expand the versatility of your ironing capabilities. The thermostat is also completely different from the other models, it is an integral part of the heating shoe and provides more consistent heat.
The model 95 was the crème-de-la- crème of all Ironrites. This machine rolled off the Ironrite assembly line in June 1960. It has a larger and more reliable direct-to-gearbox motor than that of the 80 series. As with all two digit models this has a 25” roller with brand new burlap, pad, and cover installed ,even though the existing machine had never been used, I was concerned with the integrity of the old fabric. This machine has the same three fold-down wings that complete your work area and two knee controllers that lower/raise the roller and pause the roller during operation, the same as all full-size Ironrites. Unlike all other Ironrite models the 95 has a three position forming board to expand the versatility of your ironing capabilities. The thermostat is also completely different from the other models, it is an integral part of the heating shoe and provides more consistent heat.
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