Oiler Alley

Welcome to Oiler Alley. A community for discussions concerning American-made metal hand oilers from the late 1800s up to modern items. We offer a peek into the history and unique stories of these collectibles. Our forum provides a platform for hand oiler enthusiasts to connect and share their insights. We also include information about the variety of hand oilers often encountered on platforms such as Ebay. Much of the information available for the vintage hand oiler community can be found in our softcover book – “A Brief History of the American Steel Hand Oilers” (a must have for all oiler collectors). Discover what makes us the ultimate hub for oiler aficionados!