Question:
We found what we assume is an old 6 gallon Red Wing Stoneware piece under the workbench at our cabin this weekend. It has a large red wing on it under the six. It says "Patented Dec. 21st 1915." next to one of the handles. It’s about 14.25 inches tall and has about a 12 inch circumfrence. It only has one handle and is in very good shape. There are no major scuffs on it. Jerry

Answer: Jerry, you do indeed have a Red Wing 6 gallon crock. Even though the one handle is missing (as long as the stoneware area where the handle attaches to the crock is not damaged) this would not hurt its value. In perfect condition the value is between $75 & $100 today. Al Kohlman