“98 Pеrcеnt Hаvе Nо Idеа Whаt This Is…”

Have you ever stumbled upon an item in an attic box and had no idea what it was? These objects, once familiar to our grandparents, have become mysteries over time. Take the picture above, for example. While it was likely a common tool in kitchens of the past, it’s something few people recognize or use today. In fact, even the internet had trouble identifying it.

If you’re still unsure, it’s a hand mixer. This kitchen tool helped mix ingredients quickly without the need for a spoon. Although it wasn’t electric, the rotating parts made it much faster and more efficient than manual stirring.

The first patent for a rotating hand mixer was granted in Baltimore, Maryland, in 1865, with similar devices like the whisk and eggbeater coming shortly before in 1857 and 1859, respectively.

These tools were essential in many kitchens for years, and even though we now have automatic devices, they were still effective time-savers back in the day. It’s fascinating to think about how such everyday items, once so popular, could be considered antiques in the future. Who knows, maybe a century from now, people will wonder what kitchen gadgets we used in our time.