Vintage Giant Electric Mfg. Co. Chrome Electric Iron – Montreal, Canada – Model 182

intage electric clothes iron made by Giant Electric Mfg. Co. Ltd. of Montreal, Canada. This is Model No. 182, rated at 550 watts / 110 volts, with its original-style black fabric-covered electrical cord and black handle.

The iron has a great early Canadian appliance look, with a polished chrome body, pointed soleplate and raised Giant branding on the top. A museum collection in Alberta documents a closely related Giant Electric Montreal iron, Model 162, with the same 550W/110V rating and fabric-covered cord, confirming this as an authentic Canadian-made period appliance. PCH App

This would make an interesting display piece for a collection of vintage household appliances, Canadian industrial history, laundry-room décor or mid-century utility items.

Details

• Giant Electric Mfg. Co. Ltd.
• Montreal, Canada
• Model No. 182
• 550 watts
• 110 volts
• CSA approval marking present
• Chrome-finished metal body
• Black handle
• Fabric-covered electrical cord
• Two-prong plug
• Raised Giant branding
• Canadian-made vintage household appliance
• Heavy metal construction

Condition
Vintage used condition with considerable age and use wear. The handle has heavy finish loss and peeling/chipping, while the metal body and soleplate show scratches, oxidation, tarnish, staining and surface wear. The fabric-covered cord also shows age and fraying in places.

Electrical operation has not been tested, so this is being sold primarily as a collectible/display piece. Because of its age, the original wiring should be inspected by a qualified person before anyone attempts regular electrical use.

Pickup and Shipping Information
Local pickup available in Pacific Heights, Saskatoon, SK. Cash accepted for local pickup.

Shipping available throughout Canada and the United States at buyer’s expense. A $1 shipping deposit is charged at checkout and applied toward the final shipping total. Final shipping cost is calculated after the item has been carefully packed and a Canada Post quote obtained.

Canadian shipped orders may be subject to applicable taxes. U.S. orders are subject to any applicable duties, taxes or tariffs at the buyer’s expense. Interac e-Transfer accepted for shipped orders.

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