Up for sale is a set of 2 vintage HMQ nutcrackers made by the legendary H.M. Quackenbush Company of Herkimer, New York — one of America's most iconic kitchen tool manufacturers, founded in 1871. These feature the classic spring-jointed design patented in 1913, with beautifully detailed deep knurled textured handles, decorative finial end caps, and a curved serrated cracking jaw stamped with the authentic HMQ hallmark. Over 200 million of these nutcrackers were produced — a true piece of American manufacturing history! Details: Brand: H.M. Quackenbush (HMQ hallmark stamped on jaw) Quantity: 2 pieces sold together Material: Nickel-plated solid steel Made in: USA Era: 1913–1979 vintage Condition: Pre-owned, good vintage condition — normal patina and wear consistent with age Perfect for: Vintage kitchenware collectors Holiday nut cracking Seafood — lobster, crab, shellfish American antique collectors A rare matching pair — hard to find two together! The first photo is a styled stock image for display purposes only. Actual item is shown in the following photos. H.M. Quackenbush, HMQ, nutcracker, nut cracker, spring jointed, nickel plated, vintage, antique, American made, Herkimer New York, kitchen tool, seafood cracker, lobster cracker, crab cracker, shellfish tool, holiday, collectible, pre-war, 1900s, steel, set of 2, pair