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Specialized Irons

Fluting irons were designed for the heavily pleated clothing of the late 1800s.

Fluting iron Fluting iron Fluters Sears catalog

Small irons were not toys but were used on ruffles, pleats or pin tucks. The irons (catalog numbers 86.4.106 and 86.4.108) seen below are examples of these.

Small iron Small iron

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