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Warren's Patent The New Pressure Rotary Knife Cleaner, Dated 1883 - A single antique mechanical apparatus identified as Warren's Patent The New Pressure Knife Cleaner. The device dates to the late 19th century, specifically bearing the visible date 1883. It is constructed primarily of dark stained wood, forming a cylindrical drum, supported by a heavy black patinated cast iron base featuring four splayed feet. A central cast iron crank handle with a wooden grip facilitates operation. The front of the apparatus features a prominent circular metal plaque inscribed with the identification: WARREN'S THE NEW PRESSURE KNIFE CLEANER 1883 R.E. The side of the wooden drum includes several cast iron fittings defining the entry points for the knives, including two large rectangular openings and two smaller circular holes, consistent with its function as a rotary knife cleaning and polishing machine.