{"product_id":"vintage-redlich-s-guaranteed-faucets-wooden-tool-set-chicago","title":"Antique Redlich’s Warranted Wooden Barrel Faucet \u0026 Vintage Wooden Cask Tap","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e fascinating pair of early wooden barrel and cask taps with wonderful untouched character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe standout piece is an authentic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRedlich’s Warranted Faucet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, manufactured by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRedlich Mfg. Co. of Chicago\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Redlich was a noted maker of wooden faucets, bungs, corks, plugs and cooperage supplies used with barrels and casks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original marking remains clearly visible:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eREDLICH’S\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranted Faucets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFully Saturated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRedlich Mfg. Co., Chicago\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod records describe Redlich faucets as specially treated or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“India-rubber saturated.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Redlich was producing wooden faucets and related cooperage supplies by the late 1800s and exhibited its products at Chicago’s \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1893 World’s Columbian Exposition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe second unmarked wooden cask tap complements the Redlich example beautifully. Together they make an unusual display for a collection of antique advertising, brewery history, cooperage equipment, general-store pieces or early American tools.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo antique\/vintage wooden barrel or cask taps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eRedlich’s faucet measures approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.5\" x 3.75\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSecond wooden tap measures approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7.75\" x 5\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eRedlich piece manufactured by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRedlich Mfg. Co., Chicago\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOriginal \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Redlich’s Warranted Faucets – Fully Saturated”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e marking\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTurned wood construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetal components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for dispensing liquids from barrels or casks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine period wear and patina\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSold together as a pair\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood antique condition with substantial authentic wear from age and use. Both pieces show scratches, staining, darkening, surface wear and aged patina. Metal components show oxidation and discoloration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Redlich’s manufacturer marking remains remarkably readable and is an important part of the piece’s appeal. Neither piece has been restored or refinished.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease review photos carefully for condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePickup and Shipping Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal pickup in Pacific Heights, Saskatoon, SK.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCash only for local pickup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease enquire with us for shipping availability and a quote.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJay’s Mercantile Motto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecycling the past, one item at a time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jay's Mercantile","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45567131746390,"sku":"JM 249","price":80.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/5759\/0614\/files\/20260816_075516_cbada81f-8227-4e59-b60f-d087b2444379.jpg?v=1786901792","url":"https:\/\/jaysmercantile.ca\/products\/vintage-redlich-s-guaranteed-faucets-wooden-tool-set-chicago","provider":"Jay's Mercantile","version":"1.0","type":"link"}