Set of 4 Antique “UNIVERSAL 5” Furniture Casters – Metal Wheels

This matching set of four vintage furniture casters features solid metal wheels and yokes, each embossed with “UNIVERSAL 5.” The stem insert style suggests they were originally fitted into wooden legs, common for early 20th-century dressers, wardrobes, or industrial carts. Though surface rust is present, the wheels appear structurally intact and restorable. Ideal for authentic restoration or upcycling projects where original hardware adds character.

Era:
Circa 1920s–1940s

Style:
Industrial / Early American Utility

Technique:
Die-cast metal with rolled steel stems

Tools Used:
Die press, industrial lathe, stamping press

History:
These casters were commonly used by American furniture makers pre-WWII. The “UNIVERSAL 5” mark references one of several U.S. manufacturers producing durable hardware for residential and institutional furniture.

Manufacturer / Maker:
Maker: Likely Universal Hardware Co. (USA) – based on the stamp, but not definitively confirmed

Measurements:
1 ¼" W x 3 ¾" L x ¾" D (each)

Suggested Weight:
1–1.5 lbs (per caster); approx. 6 lbs for the full set

Suggested Shipping Package Dimension:
6" x 6" x 3"

Item Number : P14652

Category : Furniture Hardware

Brand : UK