Kaufmann Mercantile Weck Canning Jars (Cylinder)

Tall and narrow canning jars meant for asparagus and other long vegetables. Imagine an elegant batch of pickled carrots in these. Thick glass for durability. Made in Germany. Two sizes, 6-pack.

1 LITER WECK JAR (#908)
Volume: 1 Liter, 1040 ml, 35.2 fl oz, 4 1/4 cups*
Size: 8 1/8'' (210 mm) high, 3 1/8'' (80 mm) opening
Includes: 6 jars w/ lid, 6 rubber rings, 12 clamps
(Purchase medium rubber rings for replacement)
1/2 LITER WECK JAR (#905)
Volume: 1/2 Liter, 500 ml, 20.2 fl oz, 2 1/8 cups*
Size: 8 1/8'' (210 mm) high, 2 3/8'' (60 mm) opening
Includes: 6 jars w/ lid, 6 rubber rings, 12 clamps
(Purchase small rubber rings for replacement)
*Cup measurements are approximate
Materials
Glass, 100% natural rubber rings, stainless steel clamps
Made in
Germany

All-glass jars have been around since the 1800s, but in the early days there was no way to tell if the jar was properly sealed until you opened it months later and found the contents rancid, or not. The design of these jars made it much easier to tell, and that much closer to making canning a more fool-proof, less disappointing endeavor. Designer Johann Weck first released his jars on January 1, 1900. A vegetarian and teetotaler, Weck was adamant about devising a reliable, healthy and natural way of preserving anything from asparagus to blackberries.

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