Vintage Golf Cocktail Shaker by Krome Kraft Bakelite, 1940s Barware

A neat 1940s Krome-Kraft Farber Bros New York chrome cocktail shaker. Such a neat mixer.This Shaker was designed for a golf tournament and features a golf themed finial of a man taking a swing. The golf finial is a subtle gold-plated color. The cocktail shaker is a vibrant silver chrome. And the handle is made of bakelite and is a rich chocolate color. The graduated pedestal base is simply gorgeous and there is a a lovely beading detail around the body as well as the lid. PLEASE NOTE: this was a trophy/cocktail shaker for a golfing tournament and is monogrammed with (see photo #8): Kankakee Country Club Winner "A" Class 1955 Dr. B.L. Hagearty Truly a magical shaker that displays beautifully. A bit about Kankakee Country Club: In 1916 one of golf's earliest pioneers, Tom Bendelow, designed the original sporty nine hole course at Kankakee Country Club. Among his most famous designs are Medinah C.C courses # 1 # 2 and # 3, Olympia Fields # 2 and South course, Glen Oak C.C., Skokie C.C. and North Shore C.C. to mention just a few of the 150 or more that he designed. In 1963, the golf course was redesigned by John Darrah to utilize the prime river frontage along the Kankakee River and expand the course to 18 holes. The area of the property near the river was remolded into our current signature hole # 17, a very challenging par 5 hole that borders the Kankakee River and is one of the most demanding and picturesque in Illinois. It requires two perfectly placed shots to avoid the river on the left and the lagoon and tree-lined fairway on the right. The front of the green is tightly guarded by the lagoon, bunkers, and mounds behind. While the course is rather short and tight, it is maintained in superb condition making it an outstanding test of golf for even the finest players. Kankakee Country Club has hosted 2 Illinois State Amateur Championships, numerous County Amateur Tournaments, and annually hosts the Riverside Medical Center Pro – Amateur Championship and other quality events. Hallmarks: "Krome-Kraft Farber Bros New York, New York." is embossed on the bottom of the shaker along with their logo design Condition: Very good vintage condition. We like to be thorough when it comes to our vintage pieces, so here's a full summary: 1) There's what we refer to as "general surface wear" to the chrome from past handling (very minor, overall the chrome is extremely vibrant) 2) The interior is clean 3) There's very minor age to the golf/man finial but overall the gold-plating is in great shape 4) The Bakelite handle is in very good shape In short, this vintage Shaker is in good shape. Beyond general age that comes purely from time, it doesn't appear to have been used. Truly a lovely mixer that has a magical feel to it. **Please Note: we typically do not test our shakers for leakage. We offer a variety of vintage shakers (both usable as well as collectible/display only). We are happy to put our shaker through a thorough leakage test (which involves filling it with liquid and rigorously shaking it) -- please message us if you'd like us to test this particular shaker. Cheers! Measurements: Approx 16" tall (including the finial) **On shipping: We take our packaging very seriously and carefully wrap all pieces well to ensure safe delivery. If you buy multiple pieces/sets, we will combine shipping if possible (glassware sets typically ship in their own box to ensure safe arrival) and will reimburse you for any shipping overages. ****Important to note pre-purchase: Buyers, please examine all photos carefully as we cannot accept returns due to the fragile nature (the possibility of breakage or damage when being shipped back) of our vintage/antique pieces. Our items are true vintage pieces that might have manufacturers flaws, flaws from age, or imperfections in general from being vintage. We try to explain the condition/description in an accurate and thorough manner but we ask that you please examine all photos carefully and ask all questions before purchasing an item as we are unable to accept returns due to the risk of breakage/damage. >>> IMPORTANT UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS/PROOF OF ORDER ACCURACY & SHIPMENT: on orders with MULTIPLE pieces please note that if your order has more than one item/piece in it (so multiple pieces such as a set of jiggers, cocktail picks, tags, Julep cups, combined shipping orders, the screw cap on a flask or shaker, etc.) please take care to thoroughly empty the box and unpack ALL pieces which may be hidden in tissue paper, bubble wrap, peanuts, etc. We cannot be responsible if you accidentally throw one of your items away! We WILL be able to confirm with 100% certainty that we shipped ALL pieces in your order as we photograph/document ALL PIECES in the box it ships in along with the buyer’s order receipt, shipping label, and tracking number (in case we need to verify that all pieces were shipped once the package has been received). Thank you for shopping with us and cheers!