{"product_id":"vintage-antique-primitive-metal-clamp-on-ice-skates-leather-straps-pair","title":"Vintage Antique Primitive Metal Clamp-On Ice Skates Leather Straps Pair","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnbranded\/Primitive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAntique Metal Clamp-On Ice Skates with Leather Straps\u003cbr\u003e\nSize: Approximately 11.5 Inch Blade Length\u003cbr\u003e\nVintage Winter Sports Collectible\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pair of antique primitive ice skates represents late 19th to early 20th-century winter sports technology. Designed to be clamped directly onto a wearer's everyday boots, these skates feature a robust wrought iron or steel construction with a manual screw-adjustment mechanism. The integrated leather heel supports and buckled straps provided necessary stability for early recreational skating, making these a quintessential example of historical winter equipment frequently found in North American homesteads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Hand-forged metal blade construction with integrated clamp mechanism\u003cbr\u003e\n• Authentic aged leather heel supports with original metal rivets and hardware\u003cbr\u003e\n• Manual butterfly-style adjustment screw for custom boot fitting\u003cbr\u003e\n• Primitive industrial design suitable for rustic decor, holiday displays, or museum collections\u003cbr\u003e\n• Complete set includes matching left and right skates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fair vintage condition with significant surface oxidation and rust patina across all metal components. The leather straps are aged and stiff with visible cracking consistent with century-old organic materials. This item has not been tested and is sold with no guarantees; intended for decorative or historical display use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shop Thrift World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47877416386737,"sku":"CARRR69Z-02","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/4735\/9153\/files\/6b540e1d-91ff-4ed0-970f-5e88ceabf3fa.jpg?v=1787841841","url":"https:\/\/thriftworld.com\/products\/vintage-antique-primitive-metal-clamp-on-ice-skates-leather-straps-pair","provider":"Shop Thrift World","version":"1.0","type":"link"}