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    Ancient technology in everyday use

    I just had to stop and take a picture of this rather ancient looking flat iron that is powered by charcoal that I spotted wandering through the back alleys of Delhi. It looks like it is almost ready to use; one can see the red glow of the coals that are heating it up.

    Up until I spotted this, any similar irons I saw were in museum collections...

    Ancient technology in everyday use

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    Re: Ancient technology in everyday use

    Nicely captured, well presented and no instructions needed; perhaps a few safety warnings.

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    Re: Ancient technology in everyday use

    Any idea when these date back to?

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    Re: Ancient technology in everyday use

    perhaps a few safety warnings
    Tis rather doubtful that the user ever heard of OSHA.

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    Re: Ancient technology in everyday use

    If it works, don't mend it. Fascinating.

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    Re: Ancient technology in everyday use

    Nice shot It is suprising to see that they still use those irons.

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