'Turnback Tuesday' highlights The Bassett Co. in Derby

Turnback Tuesday visits one of the oldest manufacturing companies, The Bassett Co. 
It was started in 1836 by David Bassett who was the pioneer auger manufacturer. 
In 1842, the property was passed on to his son, Robert N. Bassett. Robert continued to make augers and added galvanized pump chains to the production line. 
He brought much success to this metal specialty manufacturing company with corset steels, dress stays, etc. In 1859, they produced hoop skirt wire and then added covered corset wire.


Thanks as always to the Derby Public Library for sharing interesting local history each week!