Vintage Robert Welch Hobart Nutcracker 1964 – SOLD

Description

• It is made from solid cast iron with a matte black finish and features a steel spindle, reflecting a modernist industrial design aesthetic.
• Mechanism:

  This nutcracker utilizes a simple screw mechanism, allowing for the cracking of even tough nuts by winding the handle up and down.
• Legacy:

  Originally designed by Robert Welch as part of the Campden Designs range, it remains an enduring classic and is even represented in the V&A’s permanent collection of modern design.
• Dimensions and Weight:

  When fully wound down, it stands at 160mm tall, with a width of 125mm across the handle, and weighs a substantial 1.45kg.