We have previously shared with you folks various 'vintage' items that have been boggling the minds of many people on social media.

First, there was the mystery retro item that looked like a brush holder or a soap dish, but instead, it turned out to be an ashtray from the early 1960s.

Then there was also the photo of a serrated, hinge-mounted metal hook which was initially assumed to be some sort of kitchen aid but was later found out to be a collapsible clothes hanger.

Earlier this month, we also wrote about one woman who found another mystery gadget in her kitchen which left her scratching her head on what purpose it might serve.

When she consulted with people on social media, she later found out that it was a hanging pot lid holder, which some of our members found pretty inconvenient (and we have to agree, the item looks pretty space-hungry).

Now, it seems like there is another 'mystery' item that will be added to our now-growing list of vintage nik naks.

This $1 mystery gadget sparked debate on social media. Credit: Facebook.​

One curious customer has taken to Facebook to ask for help identifying an unknown gadget she found on sale for $1 at her local op shop.

Chichi from Adelaide shared a snap of the vintage item (pictured above) and asked fellow op shoppers if they knew what the purpose of the gadget might be, which she assumed was some sort of dining utensil.

There were over a hundred responses that came flooding in the comments section, with several people suggesting that it could be a double-dipping fork, a cork remover, the handle of a roasting pan, or even a back scratcher! (Ouch…)

Eventually, it was later revealed to everyone that the gadget was an old carving fork for roast meat. "It's a fancy fork for holding the roast while you cut and serving slices," wrote one user, to which many more others agreed.

Apparently, the grooves on the metal tool allow knives to slice the meat evenly and the guard makes for a streamlined, slip-free cut.

Some users also explained that the hook-shaped part near the handle serves as the "stand" for the fork when you set it down. Another person added that it's also designed to prevent the knife from hitting your hand, since "correct carving is done towards your hand, not downwards".

Were you able to guess right, members?

 

[Ricci]

I can vaguely remember my Grandma having one of these and Grandpa using it.

 

[LinRos76]

It’s a carving fork - used to hold the roast while you carve with the matching knife.

 

[Mindygirl12022]

Another 'mystery' gadget baffles people online – can you guess what it is?​

We have previously shared with you folks various 'vintage' items that have been boggling the minds of many people on social media.

​

First, there was the mystery retro item that looked like a brush holder or a soap dish, but instead, it turned out to be an ashtray from the early 1960s.

Then there was also the photo of a serrated, hinge-mounted metal hook which was initially assumed to be some sort of kitchen aid but was later found out to be a collapsible clothes hanger.

​

Earlier this month, we also wrote about one woman who found another mystery gadget in her kitchen which left her scratching her head on what purpose it might serve.

When she consulted with people on social media, she later found out that it was a hanging pot lid holder, which some of our members found pretty inconvenient (and we have to agree, the item looks pretty space-hungry).

Now, it seems like there is another 'mystery' item that will be added to our now-growing list of vintage nik naks.

This $1 mystery gadget sparked debate on social media. Credit: Facebook.​

One curious customer has taken to Facebook to ask for help identifying an unknown gadget she found on sale for $1 at her local op shop.

Chichi from Adelaide shared a snap of the vintage item (pictured above) and asked fellow op shoppers if they knew what the purpose of the gadget might be, which she assumed was some sort of dining utensil.

There were over a hundred responses that came flooding in the comments section, with several people suggesting that it could be a double-dipping fork, a cork remover, the handle of a roasting pan, or even a back scratcher! (Ouch…)

​

Eventually, it was later revealed to everyone that the gadget was an old carving fork for roast meat. "It's a fancy fork for holding the roast while you cut and serving slices," wrote one user, to which many more others agreed.

Apparently, the grooves on the metal tool allow knives to slice the meat evenly and the guard makes for a streamlined, slip-free cut.

Some users also explained that the hook-shaped part near the handle serves as the "stand" for the fork when you set it down. Another person added that it's also designed to prevent the knife from hitting your hand, since "correct carving is done towards your hand, not downwards".

Were you able to guess right, members?

 

[Mindygirl12022]

Yes I hadn't seen a double roasting fork before but it was obviously to hold down a roast while cutting it. I don't know why this was a big question really.

 

[Singomate]

Another 'mystery' gadget baffles people online – can you guess what it is?​

We have previously shared with you folks various 'vintage' items that have been boggling the minds of many people on social media.

​

First, there was the mystery retro item that looked like a brush holder or a soap dish, but instead, it turned out to be an ashtray from the early 1960s.

Then there was also the photo of a serrated, hinge-mounted metal hook which was initially assumed to be some sort of kitchen aid but was later found out to be a collapsible clothes hanger.

​

Earlier this month, we also wrote about one woman who found another mystery gadget in her kitchen which left her scratching her head on what purpose it might serve.

When she consulted with people on social media, she later found out that it was a hanging pot lid holder, which some of our members found pretty inconvenient (and we have to agree, the item looks pretty space-hungry).

Now, it seems like there is another 'mystery' item that will be added to our now-growing list of vintage nik naks.

This $1 mystery gadget sparked debate on social media. Credit: Facebook.​

One curious customer has taken to Facebook to ask for help identifying an unknown gadget she found on sale for $1 at her local op shop.

Chichi from Adelaide shared a snap of the vintage item (pictured above) and asked fellow op shoppers if they knew what the purpose of the gadget might be, which she assumed was some sort of dining utensil.

There were over a hundred responses that came flooding in the comments section, with several people suggesting that it could be a double-dipping fork, a cork remover, the handle of a roasting pan, or even a back scratcher! (Ouch…)

​

Eventually, it was later revealed to everyone that the gadget was an old carving fork for roast meat. "It's a fancy fork for holding the roast while you cut and serving slices," wrote one user, to which many more others agreed.

Apparently, the grooves on the metal tool allow knives to slice the meat evenly and the guard makes for a streamlined, slip-free cut.

Some users also explained that the hook-shaped part near the handle serves as the "stand" for the fork when you set it down. Another person added that it's also designed to prevent the knife from hitting your hand, since "correct carving is done towards your hand, not downwards".

Were you able to guess right, members?

My Grandmother had one I'll go rat around for it in garage. Very good to teach kids how to carve, meat safely. Not every thing old is useless

 

[Brighteyes]

My Grandmother had one I'll go rat around for it in garage. Very good to teach kids how to carve, meat safely. Not every thing old is useless

It was a great utensil, it still had pride of place in my utensils drawer until my Husband culled it out

 

[Lizzy]

Another 'mystery' gadget baffles people online – can you guess what it is?​

We have previously shared with you folks various 'vintage' items that have been boggling the minds of many people on social media.

​

First, there was the mystery retro item that looked like a brush holder or a soap dish, but instead, it turned out to be an ashtray from the early 1960s.

Then there was also the photo of a serrated, hinge-mounted metal hook which was initially assumed to be some sort of kitchen aid but was later found out to be a collapsible clothes hanger.

​

Earlier this month, we also wrote about one woman who found another mystery gadget in her kitchen which left her scratching her head on what purpose it might serve.

When she consulted with people on social media, she later found out that it was a hanging pot lid holder, which some of our members found pretty inconvenient (and we have to agree, the item looks pretty space-hungry).

Now, it seems like there is another 'mystery' item that will be added to our now-growing list of vintage nik naks.

This $1 mystery gadget sparked debate on social media. Credit: Facebook.​

One curious customer has taken to Facebook to ask for help identifying an unknown gadget she found on sale for $1 at her local op shop.

Chichi from Adelaide shared a snap of the vintage item (pictured above) and asked fellow op shoppers if they knew what the purpose of the gadget might be, which she assumed was some sort of dining utensil.

There were over a hundred responses that came flooding in the comments section, with several people suggesting that it could be a double-dipping fork, a cork remover, the handle of a roasting pan, or even a back scratcher! (Ouch…)

​

Eventually, it was later revealed to everyone that the gadget was an old carving fork for roast meat. "It's a fancy fork for holding the roast while you cut and serving slices," wrote one user, to which many more others agreed.

Apparently, the grooves on the metal tool allow knives to slice the meat evenly and the guard makes for a streamlined, slip-free cut.

Some users also explained that the hook-shaped part near the handle serves as the "stand" for the fork when you set it down. Another person added that it's also designed to prevent the knife from hitting your hand, since "correct carving is done towards your hand, not downwards".

Were you able to guess right, members?

 

[Lizzy]

Another 'mystery' gadget baffles people online – can you guess what it is?​

We have previously shared with you folks various 'vintage' items that have been boggling the minds of many people on social media.

​

First, there was the mystery retro item that looked like a brush holder or a soap dish, but instead, it turned out to be an ashtray from the early 1960s.

Then there was also the photo of a serrated, hinge-mounted metal hook which was initially assumed to be some sort of kitchen aid but was later found out to be a collapsible clothes hanger.

​

Earlier this month, we also wrote about one woman who found another mystery gadget in her kitchen which left her scratching her head on what purpose it might serve.

When she consulted with people on social media, she later found out that it was a hanging pot lid holder, which some of our members found pretty inconvenient (and we have to agree, the item looks pretty space-hungry).

Now, it seems like there is another 'mystery' item that will be added to our now-growing list of vintage nik naks.

This $1 mystery gadget sparked debate on social media. Credit: Facebook.​

One curious customer has taken to Facebook to ask for help identifying an unknown gadget she found on sale for $1 at her local op shop.

Chichi from Adelaide shared a snap of the vintage item (pictured above) and asked fellow op shoppers if they knew what the purpose of the gadget might be, which she assumed was some sort of dining utensil.

There were over a hundred responses that came flooding in the comments section, with several people suggesting that it could be a double-dipping fork, a cork remover, the handle of a roasting pan, or even a back scratcher! (Ouch…)

​

Eventually, it was later revealed to everyone that the gadget was an old carving fork for roast meat. "It's a fancy fork for holding the roast while you cut and serving slices," wrote one user, to which many more others agreed.

Apparently, the grooves on the metal tool allow knives to slice the meat evenly and the guard makes for a streamlined, slip-free cut.

Some users also explained that the hook-shaped part near the handle serves as the "stand" for the fork when you set it down. Another person added that it's also designed to prevent the knife from hitting your hand, since "correct carving is done towards your hand, not downwards".

Were you able to guess right, members?

Been around a long time, finger saver. But today it is good to use for doing pulled pork or any other meat you want to shred. Re use, not replace with big bear claws.

 

[Pommyoz]

A double carving knife, one side to hold roast while cutting, the other to dish onto plate. The bar in front is to stop knife slipping upwards causing injury. So much cleaner than this pulled stuff, lazy ....!

 

[llewxam]

Another 'mystery' gadget baffles people online – can you guess what it is?​

We have previously shared with you folks various 'vintage' items that have been boggling the minds of many people on social media.

​

First, there was the mystery retro item that looked like a brush holder or a soap dish, but instead, it turned out to be an ashtray from the early 1960s.

Then there was also the photo of a serrated, hinge-mounted metal hook which was initially assumed to be some sort of kitchen aid but was later found out to be a collapsible clothes hanger.

​

Earlier this month, we also wrote about one woman who found another mystery gadget in her kitchen which left her scratching her head on what purpose it might serve.

When she consulted with people on social media, she later found out that it was a hanging pot lid holder, which some of our members found pretty inconvenient (and we have to agree, the item looks pretty space-hungry).

Now, it seems like there is another 'mystery' item that will be added to our now-growing list of vintage nik naks.

This $1 mystery gadget sparked debate on social media. Credit: Facebook.​

One curious customer has taken to Facebook to ask for help identifying an unknown gadget she found on sale for $1 at her local op shop.

Chichi from Adelaide shared a snap of the vintage item (pictured above) and asked fellow op shoppers if they knew what the purpose of the gadget might be, which she assumed was some sort of dining utensil.

There were over a hundred responses that came flooding in the comments section, with several people suggesting that it could be a double-dipping fork, a cork remover, the handle of a roasting pan, or even a back scratcher! (Ouch…)

​

Eventually, it was later revealed to everyone that the gadget was an old carving fork for roast meat. "It's a fancy fork for holding the roast while you cut and serving slices," wrote one user, to which many more others agreed.

Apparently, the grooves on the metal tool allow knives to slice the meat evenly and the guard makes for a streamlined, slip-free cut.

Some users also explained that the hook-shaped part near the handle serves as the "stand" for the fork when you set it down. Another person added that it's also designed to prevent the knife from hitting your hand, since "correct carving is done towards your hand, not downwards".

Were you able to guess right, members?

With some Mods it could be turned into a digger that can be used to remove weeds from In between tiled areas outside. And in the garden..

 

[Rochelle]

I can vaguely remember my Grandma having one of these and Grandpa using it.

I still have one.

 

[Robbo128]

I have one that was my fathers.
It's a great utensil for "pulling pork"

 

[debjane]

Roasting fork for carving roasts, I still have one, still in its original box with the knife and 6 knives that came with it, my father won it when he played darts, one of his prizes.

 

[Julie podesta]

Another 'mystery' gadget baffles people online – can you guess what it is?​

We have previously shared with you folks various 'vintage' items that have been boggling the minds of many people on social media.

​

First, there was the mystery retro item that looked like a brush holder or a soap dish, but instead, it turned out to be an ashtray from the early 1960s.

Then there was also the photo of a serrated, hinge-mounted metal hook which was initially assumed to be some sort of kitchen aid but was later found out to be a collapsible clothes hanger.

​

Earlier this month, we also wrote about one woman who found another mystery gadget in her kitchen which left her scratching her head on what purpose it might serve.

When she consulted with people on social media, she later found out that it was a hanging pot lid holder, which some of our members found pretty inconvenient (and we have to agree, the item looks pretty space-hungry).

Now, it seems like there is another 'mystery' item that will be added to our now-growing list of vintage nik naks.

This $1 mystery gadget sparked debate on social media. Credit: Facebook.​

One curious customer has taken to Facebook to ask for help identifying an unknown gadget she found on sale for $1 at her local op shop.

Chichi from Adelaide shared a snap of the vintage item (pictured above) and asked fellow op shoppers if they knew what the purpose of the gadget might be, which she assumed was some sort of dining utensil.

There were over a hundred responses that came flooding in the comments section, with several people suggesting that it could be a double-dipping fork, a cork remover, the handle of a roasting pan, or even a back scratcher! (Ouch…)

​

Eventually, it was later revealed to everyone that the gadget was an old carving fork for roast meat. "It's a fancy fork for holding the roast while you cut and serving slices," wrote one user, to which many more others agreed.

Apparently, the grooves on the metal tool allow knives to slice the meat evenly and the guard makes for a streamlined, slip-free cut.

Some users also explained that the hook-shaped part near the handle serves as the "stand" for the fork when you set it down. Another person added that it's also designed to prevent the knife from hitting your hand, since "correct carving is done towards your hand, not downwards".

Were you able to guess right, members?

You use it to hold down a side of lamb or beef while cutting it

 

[Panred]

It’s a carving fork - used to hold the roast while you carve with the matching knife.

It certainly is and I still have the set we got as a wedding present 47 years ago!

 

[Thecla]

It was a great utensil, it still had pride of place in my utensils drawer until my Husband culled it out

I still have a bone handled two pronged one with that flippy floppy bit on top to stop the knife from cutting you....doesn't get used much today though

 

[Breni]

I think it could be for when you are carving meat

 

[Joydie]

Another 'mystery' gadget baffles people online – can you guess what it is?​

We have previously shared with you folks various 'vintage' items that have been boggling the minds of many people on social media.

​

First, there was the mystery retro item that looked like a brush holder or a soap dish, but instead, it turned out to be an ashtray from the early 1960s.

Then there was also the photo of a serrated, hinge-mounted metal hook which was initially assumed to be some sort of kitchen aid but was later found out to be a collapsible clothes hanger.

​

Earlier this month, we also wrote about one woman who found another mystery gadget in her kitchen which left her scratching her head on what purpose it might serve.

When she consulted with people on social media, she later found out that it was a hanging pot lid holder, which some of our members found pretty inconvenient (and we have to agree, the item looks pretty space-hungry).

Now, it seems like there is another 'mystery' item that will be added to our now-growing list of vintage nik naks.

This $1 mystery gadget sparked debate on social media. Credit: Facebook.​

One curious customer has taken to Facebook to ask for help identifying an unknown gadget she found on sale for $1 at her local op shop.

Chichi from Adelaide shared a snap of the vintage item (pictured above) and asked fellow op shoppers if they knew what the purpose of the gadget might be, which she assumed was some sort of dining utensil.

There were over a hundred responses that came flooding in the comments section, with several people suggesting that it could be a double-dipping fork, a cork remover, the handle of a roasting pan, or even a back scratcher! (Ouch…)

​

Eventually, it was later revealed to everyone that the gadget was an old carving fork for roast meat. "It's a fancy fork for holding the roast while you cut and serving slices," wrote one user, to which many more others agreed.

Apparently, the grooves on the metal tool allow knives to slice the meat evenly and the guard makes for a streamlined, slip-free cut.

Some users also explained that the hook-shaped part near the handle serves as the "stand" for the fork when you set it down. Another person added that it's also designed to prevent the knife from hitting your hand, since "correct carving is done towards your hand, not downwards".

Were you able to guess right, members?

My Grandpa used one of these. Being a true blue Yorkshireman, although living in Australia, he carved the roast standing at the head of the table, as most English fathers did. Happy memories.

 

[BabsL]

Another 'mystery' gadget baffles people online – can you guess what it is?​

We have previously shared with you folks various 'vintage' items that have been boggling the minds of many people on social media.

​

First, there was the mystery retro item that looked like a brush holder or a soap dish, but instead, it turned out to be an ashtray from the early 1960s.

Then there was also the photo of a serrated, hinge-mounted metal hook which was initially assumed to be some sort of kitchen aid but was later found out to be a collapsible clothes hanger.

​

Earlier this month, we also wrote about one woman who found another mystery gadget in her kitchen which left her scratching her head on what purpose it might serve.

When she consulted with people on social media, she later found out that it was a hanging pot lid holder, which some of our members found pretty inconvenient (and we have to agree, the item looks pretty space-hungry).

Now, it seems like there is another 'mystery' item that will be added to our now-growing list of vintage nik naks.

This $1 mystery gadget sparked debate on social media. Credit: Facebook.​

One curious customer has taken to Facebook to ask for help identifying an unknown gadget she found on sale for $1 at her local op shop.

Chichi from Adelaide shared a snap of the vintage item (pictured above) and asked fellow op shoppers if they knew what the purpose of the gadget might be, which she assumed was some sort of dining utensil.

There were over a hundred responses that came flooding in the comments section, with several people suggesting that it could be a double-dipping fork, a cork remover, the handle of a roasting pan, or even a back scratcher! (Ouch…)

​

Eventually, it was later revealed to everyone that the gadget was an old carving fork for roast meat. "It's a fancy fork for holding the roast while you cut and serving slices," wrote one user, to which many more others agreed.

Apparently, the grooves on the metal tool allow knives to slice the meat evenly and the guard makes for a streamlined, slip-free cut.

Some users also explained that the hook-shaped part near the handle serves as the "stand" for the fork when you set it down. Another person added that it's also designed to prevent the knife from hitting your hand, since "correct carving is done towards your hand, not downwards".

Were you able to guess right, members?

Obvious - carving fork w hand-knife guard. How cld anyone not see this?