Antique Howell's Wave Fluter Cast Iron Rocker Iron & Base – Geneva IL PAT'D 1866 For Sale

Up for sale is a rare, highly collectible antique Howell's Wave Fluter laundry rocker iron, manufactured by the W. H. Howell Company out of Geneva, Illinois. Based on the historic 1866 patent design, this "Wave" variation is significantly harder to find than the standard straight-grooved Geneva hand fluters, making it a stellar addition to any vintage appliance or sad iron collection.This piece was historically used in the late 19th century to crimp crisp, wavy pleats into Victorian fabric collars, cuffs, and trim.