Cyber-Sales: 19th-Century Windsor Cigar Cutter

Windsor's tobacco history is well-documented, and continues to thrive to date. 

A piece of Windsor's rich tobacco past is currently up for auction on eBay — a 19th century cigar cutter produced by L.L. Bedortha.

Founded in Windsor in 1870, L.L. Bedortha produced cigar-maker's tools, including knives, boards and tuck cutters like this one.

For a buy-it-now price of $300, buyers can own the piece of cigar and Windsor history, which, according to the seller, measures about 7 inches long.

Click here to view the cutter on eBay.

The bussinenssman L. L. Bedortha was a prominent member of the Windsor community, including membership in Windsor's Masonic Lodge, Washington Lodge No. 70.