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What were these old large 31" forged metal tongs used for? They're not the same shape as normal "ice block tongs". : r/whatisthisthing
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Vintage Possibly Antique Ice Block Tongs, Original Silver Oxide Paint Remnants Unmarked Measures 12 - Etsy UK
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single pair of early 20th century antique american industrial fully functional brushed steel or forged iron
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