Dimension needed for Gertsner Tool Chest.

[toolmiser]

I have a Gertsner Tool Chest that I picked up at an estate sale for very little money. It was missing a drawer and the wooden panel that goes over the drawers to secure it. I got the drawer made and now it's time for the front panel. My question is if anyone has one, what is the thickness of that front panel? I can estimate the sizes of the pieces, but no idea how thick they are.

The chest has been sitting in my shop for probably 10 years. I stripped the worn out finish and when complete might give it to my daughter for a jewelry chest. It will be nice to complete it.

Thanks!

 

[The Cobbler]

I am thinking it would be easy to figure out the thickness? even with using some scrap lumber to help?

 

[captaindiode]

They are still in business. I bet if you email them they will have the info you need. The also have a few repair videos.

Wood Tool Chest Made in USA | Gerstner & Sons

Handcrafted wood tool chests made in the USA since 1906. Gerstner builds heirloom-quality chests designed to last generations.

gerstnerusa.com

 

[bugnut]

a picture or model # to the box would help as they make more than 1 size!

 

[toolmiser]

I looked at it again today and have it figured out.

Thanks anyways!

 

[Fixr]

I looked at it again today and have it figured out.

Thanks anyways!

You will be required to post pics when it's done.

 

[toolmiser]

I actually have a second that also needs a front panel. That one was done with black vinyl that needs to be recovered. Too bad the dimensions are different. I will make both panels at the same time.

Anyone know of where I can get a shallow lock for the fronts? Gerstner has locks but none for the front panel. It has to be pretty shallow as the front panel is only 1/2" thick