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Antique Kleernote player piano vacuum reed cleaner by American Device Mfg. Co. of St. Louis, Missouri. The metal body is …
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Antique Kleernote player piano vacuum reed cleaner by American Device Mfg. Co. of St. Louis, Missouri. The metal body is stamped “Kleernote American Device Mfg. Co., Pat. Apr. 16, 1918, St. Louis, Mo.”
This unusual early 20th-century tool was made for cleaning player piano reeds and mechanisms. It has a cylindrical metal body with knurled metal end caps, a pointed nozzle end, a long metal plunger rod, and a turned wooden handle. A rare decorative and functional piece of player piano, music room, industrial, or mechanical history.
The piece has strong authentic age and patina, with visible wear throughout. Ideal for collectors of player piano accessories, antique tools, mechanical devices, music memorabilia, early 1900s industrial objects, or as a sculptural curiosity for display.
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- Dimensions
- 9ʺW × 2ʺD × 2ʺH
- Period
- 1910s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Nickel
- Steel
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Silver
- Condition Notes
- Good antique condition with heavy age-related wear and visible imperfections. Metal Body: The cylindrical metal body retains its original stamped … moreGood antique condition with heavy age-related wear and visible imperfections. Metal Body: The cylindrical metal body retains its original stamped Kleernote / American Device Mfg. Co. marking, including the April 16, 1918 patent date. The metal surface shows scratches, oxidation, tarnish, dark spotting, paint loss, residue, staining, and general wear consistent with age and use. End Caps and Nozzle: The knurled metal end caps and pointed nozzle end remain intact. Surfaces show patina, discoloration, oxidation, and age-related wear. Plunger Rod and Handle: The metal plunger rod shows oxidation, tarnish, and surface wear. The turned wooden handle has warm original color with scuffs, scratches, finish wear, small marks, and patina from handling. Functionality: Fully functional. The plunger action works properly and the tool operates as intended. Also displays beautifully as an antique player piano accessory, industrial object, or mechanical curiosity. Overall: A rare and unusual antique player piano service tool with strong industrial character, visible maker’s mark, and authentic early 20th-century patina. Presents well as found. less
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