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Check the listing for details. 1900s Industrial Electrical Knife Switch - Slate Base Wood Handle Steampunk. Condition: Used, Made in United States. Listed at 120.00 USD. Up for auction is a heavy, authentic 1900s Industrial Electrical Knife Switch. This rare find features heavy-duty copper/brass blades and contact points mounted on a thick, genuine slate base—a common insulating material used in early electrical engineering through the mid-20th century. The switch is operated by a classic turned wooden handle that remains intact. These types of "Frankenstein" switches were once the standard for controlling power in factories and are now highly sought after for steampunk projects, man cave decor, or as a unique conversation piece.