Historical information

These kits were designed to allow people to easily repair leaky pots, pans, and even hot water bags at home. They were particularly popular during the 1940s due to metal rationing and shortages, making home repair a patriotic duty and necessity.

Physical description

Two cards of old never used kitchen pot repair kits. 1. Waco brand three pot mender discs with a base, tin washer on the top screwed together with a nut on the back. 2. Enjay brand three potmenders of varying sizes. They have a cork base, tin washers on the top and are screwed together with a nut on the base. It has a McEwans price sticker - 35c.

Inscriptions & markings

1. ' No. 1756/280' 2. 'McEwans - 604470 - 35c.'