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We found this typewriter at the old engineering factory.  Now it has a new forever home! This model is called ‘magic’ because of the special margin feature it had. (We found this out when cleaning it – see our blog here). We believe this model was made in 1938, and the Royal Typewriter Company website says: “The Royal Typewriter Company manufactured this Royal Magic Margin typewriter around 1940. The typewriter’s patented Magic Margin design allowed the typist to set both…

This mirror is made from an old wood pattern mould (once used to make parts for machines on the mines, from an old engineering factory).  It was varnished, and has a big circlip for hanging. It now has a new home! Dimensions: Diameter: 80 cm(Height with circlip: 90cm)Depth: 7 cmWeight: approximately 20kg

Introducing a Timeless Treasure: Antique looking Wood Ladder with Vintage Charm Discover the allure of the past with our extraordinary Wood Ladder, a rare find salvaged from a forgotten old factory. We estimate this ladder to be about 50 or more years old. This enchanting piece of craftsmanship stands tall at an impressive 2 meters 11.5 centimeters, making it the perfect addition to any vintage enthusiast’s collection or interior décor – especially for a home library. Crafted with precision and…

This “blue barrel” wooden pattern mould salvaged from an old engineering company, was a surprise gift for a 50th!  We hope the birthday present is being enjoyed 🙂

This wooden tool box was found in the old engineering factory. The chipboard wood it is made of, is not that exciting, (not like our other items in our Simco Range) so we decided to paint it this bright post box red.  (Here’s a short before and after video on instagram). Now it has a new lease on life with its new colour, and we think it’ll make a great (and useful) accessory for a kitchen that needs some red!…

Wooden mould salvaged from an old engineering company, resembling a cross. An old circlip was used to hang it on the wall.

An old engineering mould salvaged from a factory that closed down, was varnished on the outside, and made into this unique coffee table. Wood Type:Mould pattern believed to be meranti wood. Dimensions of table: