What is this thing: the strangest finds. Issue 183

When we were little, our parents answered our questions: “what is this” and “why”. But now, when we see something unusual, we're more likely to post our questions online. This is exactly what people did when they came across curious riddles. Take a look!





1. Mom asked me to find out what it is?



Plastic part for food chopper.

2. What is it used for?



This type of clamp is often used as a support for plants, especially orchids.

3. Does anyone know what this is? This is from Japan



This is a sugar bowl.

4. Found this in my grandfather's house. I have no idea where to start



This is a set of attachments for a late 19th century treadle sewing machine.

5. What is this wooden tool that looks like a juicer?



Rice form.

6. The thing my boyfriend got as a gift with a new phone case



This is for storing wired headphones or charger.

7. What are these things for? Found it in the workshop



These are parts for fastening steering wheels for go-karts, mopeds and motorcycles.

8. What is this strange-looking piece of furniture for?



This is an ergonomic chair for kneeling while praying.

9. An item from the fifties, a solid wooden handle with metal circles attached to it



Antique knife sharpener.

10. I live in a rented apartment, why is the green light on in the ventilation hole?



This is a UV-C sterilization lamp. It kills germs and viruses. This can also help prevent mold from forming.

11. What is this metal thing with some kind of handle on top?



This is a firewood stand.

12. What is this equipment used for?



A built-in steamer with a water tank is used for cooking vegetables and more.

13. I saw this from an elderly neighbor. Six folded cones with a hole at the bottom



This item is used for watering indoor plants.