{"product_id":"vintage-ekco-slip-pruf-nee-action-potato-peeler-circa-1940s-1950s","title":"Vintage EKCO Slip-Pruf Nee-Action Potato Peeler, Circa 1940s–1950s","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:1f875042-709d-4850-883d-bfbef88940ee-10\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative w-full overflow-visible\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:1f875042-709d-4850-883d-bfbef88940ee-10\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:1f875042-709d-4850-883d-bfbef88940ee-10\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-22\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"55fe0fda-b390-4828-8493-1669ca81e54d\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5-thinking\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1bcf42u\" data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2180\"\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2182\" data-end=\"2471\"\u003eA vintage \u003cstrong data-start=\"2192\" data-end=\"2249\"\u003eEKCO Slip-Pruf Nee-Action potato and vegetable peeler\u003c\/strong\u003e, made in the United States and marked with patent number \u003cstrong data-start=\"2307\" data-end=\"2320\"\u003e2,232,940\u003c\/strong\u003e. This mid-century kitchen tool features a stamped metal body, textured “Slip-Pruf” grip, slotted peeling blade, and integrated potato-eye remover end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2473\" data-end=\"2845\"\u003eThe handle has a raised square-pattern texture designed to improve grip during use, which was apparently what counted as innovation before every kitchen object required an app and a charging cable. Compact, utilitarian, and beautifully aged, this piece has strong appeal as a vintage kitchen collectible, farmhouse styling object, or addition to a curated utensil display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"ttlky4\" data-start=\"2847\" data-end=\"2871\"\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2873\" data-end=\"3082\"\u003eThe peeler is constructed from metal with a textured stamped handle and darkened steel blade component. The handle is marked \u003cstrong data-start=\"2998\" data-end=\"3054\"\u003e“SLIP PRUF,” “MADE IN U.S.A.,” “EKCO,” “NEE-ACTION,”\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"3059\" data-end=\"3082\"\u003e“PAT. NO. 2232940.”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3084\" data-end=\"3353\"\u003eThe patented design used a slotted cutting blade intended to help control peel depth, along with an end shaped for removing potato eyes. This style of peeler reflects EKCO’s mid-century focus on practical, affordable kitchen tools made for everyday American households.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3355\" data-end=\"3455\"\u003eBased on the patent marking and construction, this piece dates to approximately the \u003cstrong data-start=\"3439\" data-end=\"3454\"\u003e1940s–1950s\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1vshzo8\" data-start=\"3457\" data-end=\"3480\"\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Provenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3482\" data-end=\"3794\"\u003eEKCO was one of the best-known American kitchenware manufacturers of the 20th century, producing a wide range of household tools, utensils, bakeware, and non-electric kitchen goods. By the mid-century period, EKCO was strongly associated with practical mass-produced kitchen tools designed for everyday home use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3796\" data-end=\"4114\"\u003eThis Nee-Action peeler represents that era beautifully: efficient, compact, stamped, patented, and built for function. It belongs to the generation of kitchen tools that were inexpensive but sturdy, the kind of object people actually used for decades instead of replacing every six months because capitalism got bored.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"hrykuu\" data-start=\"4116\" data-end=\"4128\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4130\" data-end=\"4498\"\u003eVintage condition with visible age and wear throughout. The metal handle shows patina, surface wear, darkening, and small scuffs. The blade portion shows oxidation\/rust and should be considered best for decorative or collectible use unless properly cleaned and assessed before food contact. Stamped markings remain visible and legible. Structurally intact from photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"189qedo\" data-start=\"4500\" data-end=\"4518\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"4520\" data-end=\"5200\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"4520\" data-end=\"4544\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4520\" data-end=\"4544\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"4520\" data-end=\"4529\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"4529\" data-end=\"4544\" data-col-size=\"lg\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"4555\" data-end=\"5200\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4555\" data-end=\"4591\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4555\" data-end=\"4562\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eItem\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4562\" data-end=\"4591\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003ePotato \/ vegetable peeler\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4592\" data-end=\"4608\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4592\" data-end=\"4600\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4600\" data-end=\"4608\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eEKCO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4609\" data-end=\"4651\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4609\" data-end=\"4627\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eModel \/ Marking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4627\" data-end=\"4651\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eSlip-Pruf Nee-Action\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4652\" data-end=\"4680\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4652\" data-end=\"4659\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4659\" data-end=\"4680\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eCirca 1940s–1950s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4681\" data-end=\"4708\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4681\" data-end=\"4690\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4690\" data-end=\"4708\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eMade in U.S.A.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4709\" data-end=\"4746\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4709\" data-end=\"4726\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003ePatent Marking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4726\" data-end=\"4746\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003ePAT. NO. 2232940\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4747\" data-end=\"4783\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4747\" data-end=\"4758\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4758\" data-end=\"4783\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eStamped metal \/ steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4784\" data-end=\"4839\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4784\" data-end=\"4793\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4793\" data-end=\"4839\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eAged silver-tone metal with darkened blade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4840\" data-end=\"4876\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4840\" data-end=\"4849\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eHandle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4849\" data-end=\"4876\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eTextured Slip-Pruf grip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4877\" data-end=\"4970\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4877\" data-end=\"4889\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4889\" data-end=\"4970\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eVintage wear, patina, oxidation, rust on blade area, visible stamped markings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4971\" data-end=\"5028\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4971\" data-end=\"4984\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4984\" data-end=\"5028\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eAdd exact measurements before publishing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"5029\" data-end=\"5076\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"5029\" data-end=\"5038\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"5038\" data-end=\"5076\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eAdd exact weight before publishing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"5077\" data-end=\"5200\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"5077\" data-end=\"5093\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSuggested Use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"5093\" data-end=\"5200\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eVintage kitchen display, farmhouse styling, utensil collection, prop styling, decorative kitchen accent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1gegj36\" data-start=\"5202\" data-end=\"5234\"\u003eWhy This Belongs in Your Home\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5236\" data-end=\"5549\"\u003eThis little EKCO peeler is a perfect piece of mid-century American kitchen history: humble, useful, patented, and still here after decades of drawer abuse. The stamped lettering, textured handle, and aged metal finish give it the kind of authenticity reproduction farmhouse decor keeps desperately trying to fake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5551\" data-end=\"5864\"\u003eStyle it in a vintage crock with old utensils, lay it on a kitchen shelf, use it in a farmhouse display, or bundle it with other aged kitchen tools for a stronger collected look. 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