Saunders Silver Streak Electric Glass Irons
The Saunders Silver Streak Irons are the best known,
most desirable and
most sought after of all machine age electric irons. They were introduced
during WWII in an effort to reduce the use of scarce metal resources.
They were produced by the Saunders Machine and Tool Co. of New York utilizing glass
bodies provided by Corning glass Co. They came in a range of colors
including red, green, blue, silver and more. They have a great look
and sense to them, but in the end were not well received and were found to
be very fragile. They were discontinued shortly after the war, and the
company just seemed to fade into obscurity leaving behind one of the most
sought after of ironing collectibles.
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1. Green . . . . Good . . . . . . . . . $1450.00 SOLD!
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2. Blue . . . . .Very Good . . . . . $1975.00 NK-SS-Blue
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3.Red . . . . . .Very Good . . . . . $1750.00 NK-SS-Red
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4. Silver . . . . .Very Good . . . . . $2250.00 SOLD!
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5. Green . . . . . Very Good . . . . . $1750.00 SOLD!
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GE White Enamel Electric Iron
This is a great looking iron with nice sleek lines.
Very Good ....... $75.00
SPECE-10
GE
Electric Iron
These are the smaller size of the first GE Electrics.
They are slightly different from each other. They have very classic lines.
It was a time when designers were playing with all sorts of "new" looks for
products and electrical appliances got a lot of attention. 
Very Good ....... $35.00 / Choice
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GE
Electric Iron w/ Cast Iron Trivet
This is the standard size first model GE iron. You
can find these in a couple of different body styles or shapes, and the plugs
changed over the years as well. It is sitting on its tall leg trivet. 
Very Good ....... $35.00
SPECE-14
American
Electric Heater Co. Iron
This electric iron had a great look with the
alligator finish.
Good ....... $35.00
SPECE-17
Hot
Point
Electric Iron
This one is like the one you have but in nicer
condition. Nice!!!
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Good ....... $25.00
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Pacific
Electric Co.
Electric Iron
This one I think pre-dates the Hot -Points that
look so much the same.
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Good + . . . . . . . $45.00
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1930's
Janis Iro-Case "Suitcase Iron"
This has to be one of the "best" and craziest
ideas in pressing iron manufacture history! As long as you remembered
your suitcase you would never forget to bring your travel iron, because the
handle of the suitcase is actually a real electric iron. No need to bring
along a travel iron. Unlatch the handle from the suitcase and voila, the
iron removes, electric cord and all, and you're ready to press your outfit.
How do travelers today get along without one!The manufacturer hailed from Wisconsin. I have seen these in quite the variety of coverings, from tweeds, plaids, and striped fabrics to slick leather or faux-leatherette, and in a variety of colors inside and out. Collect them all!
This example is in nice condition, though there is a little staining here and there. It's ready to display. Or even go with you on your next trip.
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Very Good ..... $375.00 SOLD!
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Abesto
Electric Iron
The tag on the back has lots
of info in addition to the 1909 patent date. This is the company that
was famous for their two piece removable top sad irons both in full size and
child's. This was their attempt to change with a changing world.
I do not think they made it as this is the only one I have seen. Nice
and different!
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Good + ........ $95.00
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Double
Point Center Mount Electric Iron
This is a rare electric
iron in OK condition. I believe it brought quite a bit more than this
at the sad iron collectors auction recently, but here is your opportunity to
get the only one I have ever offered for sale, at a whopping 60% off, just like
the stores are offering this season.
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Good + ........ $95.00
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Mary
Proctor Single Post Never Lift Electric Iron
The collector
cut the cord off this one so it would not get in the way of the look.
I remember when common wisdom from iron collectors recommended or advocated
this approach. I never saw any mention of going to the trouble of gently
taking them off if you found them offensive or bothersome---just the wack
them off method. Today it is taboo to cut them. If you are one of
the believers in leaving the cord on, I can set you up with a good replacement
for this. I did save extras.
The iron itself, with a built in "trivet"---different!
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Good + ........ $25.00
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Proctor
Single Bar Never Lift Electric Iron
There are at least
5 different versions of these interesting irons I have seen in these collections.
There are probably more.
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Good + ........ $28.00
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Red
Seal Electric Iron
This one has a great sleek look and a nice
handle design. A maker and name you do not see very often. Different!
Good + ........ $20.00
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Westinghouse
"Skunk" Electric Iron
This one has a great look and
a different handle design. The black and white plastic body reminds us
of a skunk stripe!
Good + ........ $35.00
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Proctor
Never Lift Electric Iron
There are at least 5 different
versions of these interesting irons I have seen in these collections.
There are probably more. In addition to the built in trivet feature,
this one sports a headlight as well. There is some damage / cracks in
the rear of the handle.
Good + ........ $25.00
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F & C "Universal" Electric Iron
This is a nice early patented iron with
an interesting trivet I am not familiar with. There is lots of info on
the iron and trivet, and note the iron is set up to accept a curling iron as
well. It has an interesting detachable handle design as well.
The trivet was also made for a double purpose so the iron could
be used as a hotplate / cooker. When you remove the handle the iron can
set into the trivet upside down, allowing it to be used for other purposes besides
just ironing. Be sure to look at all the pictures.
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Good + ........ $65.00
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American
Electric Iron
This iron is a solid heavy piece of iron.
The decoration in the top is cast in. These predate the era of stamped
steel. It has a different body shape than the typical
Americans you find. Different and nice!!
Good ........ $95.00
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Hot
Point Electric Iron
The company was located in Ontario,
CA and made a number of irons for different power companies and distributors.
I think Hot Point was the generic house brand name. Early and nice!!
Good + ........ $45.00
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