Gas iron

0022.8.15

Gas iron with wood handle, round gas bulb, pump, and black control knob.

H-6.5 W-3.5 L-9 inches

This iron was heated by a gas burner and used to press the wrinkles out of clothing. Gasolene was placed in the round tank and the pump was used to push air into the tank. The pressurized gas would flow through the burner which was lit with a match. Why do you think it has a wooden handle?

Ironing
Irons (Pressing)