"New" Snapon Tool Chest Purchase

[tealetm]

Just picked up this old set, not sure if I'll be doing a sand/repaint job on it or leaving it as is and using it. Three piece, all drawers work well. The lock is missing but the bottom casters are there and work well. Lots of surface rust from being in a damp garage for years. Still a good user for $75.

Time to do some research on what I have.

 

[Richard Cranium]

hell of a deal for 75.00

 

[Shiftless]

I agree with R.C.
That is a fantastic “you ****.” deal.
Do you know how to remove the drawers?
I would just scrub it down with diluted Simple Green or equivalent or Dawn dishwashing soap. Dry it thoroughly, lube the sliders, and see if some automotive polishing compound makes an improvement you like. Some guys clear coat them to preserve the patina and prevent further rusting and make cleaning easier. I would use matte or satin and not gloss.

 

[BlakeTheCarGuy]

Wow I seen that same box type at a pawn shop for $600 had some rust too I thought that was a rip off but $75 heck yeah I would have gotten it too.


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[BlitzcrankJapan]

Warranty it.
Sounds like the lock was broken from the factory and fell out. Also the paint is defective if it is letting it rust............

 

[tealetm]

Top box is a KRA-58 made in 1960

I can’t find any markings yet on the small side box or rolling bottom

 

[Hammer1963]

VERY COOL! Do it justice and make it new again

 

[Cryptic1911]

Top box is a KRA-58 made in 1960

I can’t find any markings yet on the small side box or rolling bottom

Did you look on the back? My dad has an old snapon box from the 60's and I believe it was in the middle of the back panel