Small Hardware. All Sorts of Stuff.

The few genuine hardware or ironmonger stores still in business form a sharp contrast to the rest of the product world of our day. They may be found in those areas of Europe that have miraculously escaped the culture of Do-It-Yourself store chains. Half general store, half treasury, they hold a multitude of wondrous objects the purpose of which may or may not be guessed. However, their existence in the world would be pleasant even if they had no purpose at all.

Hooks galore.

These stainless steel hooks manufactured in Bavaria can be fixed to any wooden door without the use of a tool. They are so flat that they can point inwards or outwards without restricting the functioning of the door. In contrast to other hooks they do not stick out, their small points are pressed tight into the fold or top edge of the door and also permit you a theatrical exit - the coat can be yanked from the hook without the hook flying through the air after it or you. Suitable also for moist areas - stainless steel does not rust.

Hardware. Bits and pieces.

Real ironmongers are slowly becoming a thing of the past - stocked to the gunnels with paraphernalia, some gadgets you're never quite sure what to do with while others are rather fun and don't really need a purpose.

Ironmongery.

The modern world of metal shimmers with the reflections of stainless steel and chrome. They eclipse the raw material which has its own beauty: crude iron. We have shown previously that lesser-grade steel and iron are superior to stainless steel, for example for cutting and cooking. You can see from these items that crude iron has an aesthetic charm all of its own.