VTG Federal Housewares Glass Push Food Chopper Green 16 oz Stainless USA 1960s

Food Chopper  Vintage Federal Housewares manual food chopper with a clear glass jar, dark green plastic lid and handle, metal push rod, white plunger knob, and stainless-steel chopping blades.    Pressing the top plunger moves the blade assembly straight up and down, repeatedly chopping food against the bottom of the glass jar.  The blades do not rotate.    The glass base is embossed “Federal Housewares, Chicago”, and the blade is stamped “Stainless Steel.” This type of push chopper appears consistent with American kitchenware from approximately the 1960s–1970s, although an exact production year is not marked.      Measurements and Details Capacity: 16 oz. Top diameter: approximately 2.5 in. Bottom diameter: approximately 2.5 in. Weight: approximately 12 oz.  Material: glass, plastic, steel and stainless steel Color: clear glass with green and white components Country of manufacture: likely United States Operation: non-electric, vertical push-action chopping Blade movement: straight up and down; blades do not rotate  Uses Suitable for chopping small quantities of:  Nuts Onions Garlic Herbs Celery Hard-boiled eggs Cooked vegetables Ingredients for relishes, spreads and garnishes  Use caution because the exposed blades are sharp.    Condition:  Working Order.  Please see video and pictures.    Shipping:  Approx.  15 x 8 x 6;  2 lbs.