A Cleverly Designed Automatic Candle Extinguisher From 1841

Rescue and Restore demonstrated how a cleverly designed automatic candle extinguisher from 1841 works to snuff out a candle before it burns away.

When the candle burns down to a desired level the jaws spring shut and extinguish the flame.

They also showed how a similar Swedish candle saver works to extinguish a candle using a different type of design.

“Candle saver” device that automatically stops a candle from burning itself down.

via Boing Boing

Lori Dorn
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Lori is a Laughing Squid Contributing Editor based in New York City who has been writing blog posts for over a decade. She also enjoys making jewelry, playing guitar, taking photos and mixing craft cocktails.

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