Vintage Briddell No 900 Meat Cleaver 9" Blade Solid Steel Wood Handle USA Made

Up for sale is a classic piece of American culinary history: a Vintage Briddell No. 900 Heavy Duty Meat Cleaver. Manufactured by Chas. D. Briddell, Inc. in Crisfield, Maryland, this robust model is historically prized as a heavy-duty hog splitter due to its incredible weight, thick spine, and solid steel construction.  Condition Details:Blade: Shows authentic vintage patina, minor surface rust, and wear consistent with age and practical kitchen use.  The BRIDDELL MADE IN U.S.A. NO. 900 stamp remains clearly legible on the face of the blade. Features the classic hanging hole near the top tip.  Handle: Original solid wood handle secured firmly by three metal rivets. The wood grain has a beautiful weathered look, showing cosmetic scuffs but remaining structurally sound without major cracks.  Edge: Will require sharpening and a light polish depending on whether you intend to use it as a functional kitchen workhorse or display it as a rustic collector's piece.Please review all provided macro photos carefully to evaluate the exact cosmetic condition and dimensions before purchasing.