Antique MACHINISTS 7 DRAWER OAK CABINET W/TIN OVERLAY TOOL CHEST Industrial Art For Sale

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Antique MACHINISTS 7 DRAWER OAK CABINET W/TIN OVERLAY TOOL CHEST Industrial Art:
$269.99

Up for purchase is this unbelievable piece of craftsmanship.This industrial machinist’s box has a solid oak frame that is still solid today. The oak frame is completely encased in a metal overlay. This overlay is usually tin, copper, or galvanized.Tin Overlay / Metal Trim:Ornamental or protective sheet metal/tin trim and corner accents were popular features on hand-made or factory-made utilitarian and machinist chests during thelate 1800s to 1910sto reinforce edges and prevent splintering. All drawers are solid oak and metal bottoms. This thing is so solid it weighs over 22 pounds empty.What a beautiful piece to give a slight makeover or simply leave it with its beautiful patina and add to the collection. All latches and lock are engraved EAGLE LOCK CO. Please see photos for condition of original drawer felt.