Countless contraptions that revolutionized farming in the 19th and early 20th centuries have become contemporary curiosities or even mysteries. Here are six sent in by readers. Do you know what they are?
Answers to the April/May 2026 items will appear in the August/September 2026 issue.
Answers for new items in this issue must be received by June 1, 2026.
A. No additional information provided.
B. No additional information provided.
C. The tool measures about 8 inches in length.
D. Uncovered while digging in a tile outlet in an old draw. It is likely there were wooden parts long since rotted away, quite likely wheels of some sort.
E. The wire “basket” holds a glass gallon jar.
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Send answers (with your name and address) to Farm Collector, 1503 SW 42nd St., Topeka, KS 66609. Email responses may be sent to Editor@FarmCollector.com.
Answers for new items shown in this issue must be received by June 1, 2026.
