The “mystery” object in the photo: a charcoal box iron Full article

could begin, the charcoal had to be prepared.

The fuel needed to be hot enough to provide steady heat without producing uncontrolled flames.

Once the coals were glowing, they were transferred into the iron’s chamber.

The lid was then secured, and the user waited for the soleplate to reach an effective temperature.

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