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    Posted 7 years ago

    akaapey
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    My father-in-law found this tool and we have no idea what it is. The top piece is hinged. anyone have any idea?

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    1. shareurpassion shareurpassion, 7 years ago
      I have something very similar. I think it was to attach to corning ware when taking it out of the oven but not sure.
    2. Quantumphysica Quantumphysica, 7 years ago
      Indeed, could be a dish lifter of sorts. There are several on here (see links). Maybe you can try to attach it to a pyrex pot or anything to see if it works?
      https://www.collectorsweekly.com/stories/235772-old-pyrex-dish-lifter-with-glass-hand
      https://www.collectorsweekly.com/stories/220165-vintage-pyrex-detachable-handle-1930s-19
    3. GeodeJem GeodeJem, 7 years ago
      Is it marked TALA?

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