VINTAGE ITEMS: The vintage items I sell are usually 50+ years old. It is important that you examine this item carefully before bidding. Remember that vintage is not new or mint. Unless otherwise stated, items will have age related wear; the older the item the more the wear. These are usually items that are no longer manufactured or available by retail. The items are purchased from estate sales, auctions, yard sales and thrift st/ores; some items may need additional cleaning. Most people want items with their current "patina", which helps establish age; heavy cleaning is left to the buyer's discretion. Items are sold in "as is" condition. Condition is described above but you must look at the pictures and please feel free to ask questions. We do not smoke but the previous owner may have been a smoker. Everything vintage comes from an era when the vast majority of Americans did smoke.