Bidspirit auction | Westinghouse Style No. 284032-A Electric

Westinghouse Style No. 284032-A Electric Turnover Toaster - This is a Westinghouse Turnover Toaster manufactured by the Westinghouse Electric and Manufacturing Company in East Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The appliance is constructed from nickel-plated steel and features a distinctive top plate with a six-petal floral cutout design. The turnover mechanism is operated by rotating side knobs, which allows bread to be flipped within the wire cages without manual contact. The unit is equipped with a black and red cloth-wrapped power cord featuring an inline Bakelite toggle switch and a vintage two-prong plug. The underside of the base contains a stamped identification plate with the following literal transcription: TURNOVER TOASTER, S-NO 284032-A, W logo, VOLTS 100-120, WATTS-550, WESTINGHOUSE E and M CO, EAST PITTSBURGH PA. Height: 7 inches Width: 7.5 inches Depth: 5 inches Fair vintage condition. The nickel-plated exterior exhibits significant surface oxidation, pitting, and localized rust, primarily on the lower base, interior heating element assembly, and the underside. The cloth-wrapped electrical cord is heavily frayed near the plug end with internal insulation and wiring visible. This item is untested and is sold for display or restoration purposes only. It should not be operated without professional electrical inspection and rewiring.