Brass & Metalware

Vintage Cast Metal Nutcracker | Rustic Walnut & Hazelnut Cracker

Vintage Heavy Cast Metal Nutcracker A beautifully made vintage cast metal nutcracker featuring an attractive sculptural design and a solid, weighty construction. Perfect for cracking walnuts, hazelnuts and other hard-shell nuts, while also making a wonderful rustic kitchen display or farmhouse décor piece. The ergonomic curved handles provide excellent leverage and comfortable use. Its aged metal patina gives it plenty of vintage character, making it equally suitable as a functional kitchen tool or as a collectible decorative item. Materials: Cast metal, Steel pivot Era: Mid Century (circa 1950s–1970s) Approximate Dimensions: * Length: ~ 12.7cm / fully open: ~24cm * Width: ~ 3.3cm * Weight: ~ 137g In good vintage condition. There is age-related wear and patina consistent with decades of use, adding to its authentic vintage charm. Fully functional. Please review all photographs carefully as they form part of the description. Colours may vary slightly depending on lighting and screen settings. Props and styling accessories shown in photos are not included. All of my vintage and antique pieces show signs of age and previous use, which add to their charm and authenticity. Please expect natural patina, light surface scuff and scratch marks throughout consistent with age. I always do my best to highlight any notable details in the photos, so please check them carefully as they form part of the description. *Please be aware that buyers are responsible for paying their local customs fees and any delays in customs are not my responsibility. *The items may be packaged with repurposed materials.