Quick Take
Shopping for molds, dies, and casting tools usually means choosing between a piece that works in a foundry and a piece that works as industrial decor. The four items in this comparison cover both directions: a used water flow regulator from IMS, a large antique wood foundry pattern, a Scovill wood pattern, and a Knights of Pythias metal stamping die. Listed prices cover a wide spread, so there is room for different budgets and end uses.
If your goal is a functional molding accessory, the IMS regulator is the obvious starting point because its description focuses on monitoring temperature and flow rate for mold circuits. If your goal is foundry-themed decor, the 11x19 wood pattern gives you the largest stated dimensions, while the Scovill piece offers the lowest listed price. The Knights of Pythias die is the specialized collectible of the group.
Listed Price Comparison
| Product | Listed Price | Price Bar |
|---|---|---|
| IMS Industrial Molding Supplies Water Flow Regulator 2 Zone # 105398 | USD 169.00 | |
| 11x19 Antique Industrial Wood Foundry Pattern Vintage Sand Casting Part Mold Art | USD 149.99 | |
| Antique Knights of Pythias Metal Stamping Die for Pin - Very Rare - FCB | USD 49.99 | |
| Vintage Scovill Wood Foundry Pattern Brown Industrial Casting Mold Decor Tool | USD 28.49 |
Decision Matrix
| If you are looking for | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| A molding accessory for water flow and temperature monitoring | IMS Industrial Molding Supplies Water Flow Regulator 2 Zone # 105398 | Listed as a water flow regulator in used condition. |
| A large wooden foundry pattern for display | 11x19 Antique Industrial Wood Foundry Pattern Vintage Sand Casting Part Mold Art | Stated dimensions of 11 1/4 x 19 3/4 x over 5 inches and 13 pounds. |
| A lower-priced vintage foundry pattern | Vintage Scovill Wood Foundry Pattern Brown Industrial Casting Mold Decor Tool | Listed with Scovill markings, brass locating pins, and hand-painted black markings. |
| A fraternal-order pin die | Antique Knights of Pythias Metal Stamping Die for Pin - Very Rare - FCB | Identified as a rare Knights of Pythias metal stamping die in used condition. |
Product Notes
IMS Industrial Molding Supplies Water Flow Regulator 2 Zone # 105398
If you need a working piece rather than a shelf object, this used regulator is the one to consider. The listing describes a two-zone water flow regulator with brass floats, shutoff valves, barb fittings, and a calibrated sight tube, and the stated purpose is to indicate temperature and flow rate for each mold circuit. That level of function is absent from the other three pieces. The trade-off is the price: at USD 169.00, it is the most expensive item here. It is also specialized, so it makes sense only if you have a mold-cooling setup or a related shop application. The country of origin is Italy.
11x19 Antique Industrial Wood Foundry Pattern Vintage Sand Casting Part Mold Art
This is the largest wood pattern in the group based on the stated measurements: 11 1/4 inches wide by 19 3/4 inches tall by a bit over 5 inches deep, weighing 13 pounds. If your space calls for a substantial industrial piece, that size gives it real display presence. The description also suggests using it as a centerpiece or as a base for a small vase, which works well for decor. At USD 149.99, it is the second-highest listed price. The limitation is the condition: the listing calls out wear and staining, so it fits a rugged, lived-in aesthetic rather than a pristine collectible look.
Vintage Scovill Wood Foundry Pattern Brown Industrial Casting Mold Decor Tool
The Vintage Scovill pattern is the most accessible entry point here at USD 28.49. The listing describes a solid brown-stained wood block with hand-painted black markings, brass locating pins, and the SCOVILL marking, so it still carries the visual language of a real foundry pattern. That low listed price is the clearest reason to start here if you want a casting-related object without a large outlay. The limitation is the wear: the listing calls out surface scratches, small edge dings, darkening, and scattered discoloration. Shoppers who want a larger statement piece will need to look at the bigger wood pattern.
Antique Knights of Pythias Metal Stamping Die for Pin - Very Rare - FCB
This item is for a collector with a specific interest. The title identifies it as a metal stamping die for a pin and calls it very rare, and the listing ties it to the Knights of Pythias organization. At USD 49.99, it sits between the low-priced Scovill pattern and the two higher-priced wood items. The limitation of this piece is the brevity of its description: it says only "Antique Knights of Pythias Die Good condition." That gives you fewer details to weigh than you get with the wood patterns. Choose it if you are interested in fraternal-order memorabilia or stamping dies, rather than a general casting-shop decorative object.
Final Recommendation by Use Case
If you need a working foundry or molding accessory, the IMS water flow regulator is the functional pick; its description is built around monitoring mold circuits. If you want a large wood foundry pattern for display, the 11x19 Antique Industrial Wood Foundry Pattern offers the biggest stated dimensions in the group. If you want the lowest listed price, the Vintage Scovill Wood Foundry Pattern gives you a Scovill-marked pattern without a large outlay. If you collect fraternal-order dies, the Antique Knights of Pythias Metal Stamping Die is the specialized choice.
