Link to video of fan in action: https://youtu.be/CZgqMnRVY3E

Selling this very nice fully restored circa 1912 Robbins & Myers 16 inch 3 speed Oscillating Electric fan. The list number is 11590. It features a double ring cage with open flag badge, and is one of the last R & M tank models produced. It has one grease plunger and oil cup. 

Restored in 2016, the fan is 20 inches tall, 16 ½ inches wide, and is cast iron and brass construction and retains is original brass Robbins and Myers badge. The finish is gloss Black and with Gold pin striping like it was originally. All the Brass, guard, blade, and screws have been polished. One blade has a tiny imperfection (see photos) but it does not affect the performance of the blade which is balanced. 

The restoration included the following: New motor bearings were installed. The gearbox and motor were disassembled, cleaned, and inspected. New grease was put in the gearbox and new oil was put in the motor. 

New period style cloth head-wire and cord and plug were also installed. The 3 speed switch was cleaned, inspected, and tested and functions on all three speeds. A new felt bottom was also installed. 

This is the last of the great antique electric fans of the early era. It moves a ton of air quietly, efficiently and is a real show stopper with its looks. 



The fan has seen about 25 hours of use since restoration and it works wonderfully. It will require some assembly, but all you need is a screwdriver and 1/8” Allen wrench (included).



The fan will be shipped in 2 boxes. Box 1: will contain the motor, base, and blade (32lbs). Box 2: will contain the brass cage (5lbs).

About Robbins and Myers: The company was started in 1878 by Chandler Robbins and James Myers in Springfield, Ohio. In 1893 they started to manufacture electric motors and parts. 1897 saw them produce their first Ceiling Fan and in 1899 their first Desk Fan. With the 1920s the companies motor and fan business had huge growth along with starting a crane and hoist division in 1929. In 1936 they started to produce Progressive Cavity Pumps and in 1948 they bought the Hunter Fan and Ventilating Company. The company is still in business today making industrial motors and pumps.