hoyt
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I have this vintage toolbox in desperate need of a handle (although the "replacement" is pretty clever and functional). Also, any ideas as to the manufacturer?
Toolbox Needs a Handle
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RTM
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Try here
brettunsvillage.com
I've got a couple of these planned for some boxes with bad handles
brettunsvillage.com
These don't see as heavy duty, but may work better for you.
brettunsvillage.com
For provenance on the one handle, check here and following for a few posts
www.garagejournal.com
And here and following
www.garagejournal.com
Grasp the Difference: Replacement Luggage & Suitcase Handles | Brettuns Village
Discover the unique advantage of Brettuns Village’s replacement luggage and suitcase handles. Our selection gives you an ideal solution for enhancing the style and portability of your trunks.
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I've got a couple of these planned for some boxes with bad handles
[product name]: Replacement Luggage & Suitcase Handles | Brettuns Village
Steel reinforced leather handles for large and heavy cases. Ships free to any USA address.
brettunsvillage.com
These don't see as heavy duty, but may work better for you.
[product name]: Replacement Luggage & Suitcase Handles | Brettuns Village
Buckle-In Leather Replacement Case Handles in black or dark brown
brettunsvillage.com
For provenance on the one handle, check here and following for a few posts
Where's the Hinsdale thread? Show em!
As you guys know, I picked up a Nickel-Chrome socket set made for Sears, Roebuck & Co in a black rad trapezoidal hip-roof box from Todd last month. Scroll up to posts #246 through #248 for a re-fresh on the decals and contents etc. You may recall it was missing the handle. Well, 3/4 of the...
www.garagejournal.com
And here and following
The Lugzsonian - A Virtual Tour
I lost patience while waiting for Inter-Library Loan, but I had some luck with Google Books in Snippet-Only View. Here is the page 22 reference from Mr. Shapiro's book cited by Wiki. I still have no idea where the 1918 is coming from, especially since there is no advertising of the Wigginton...
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d42jeep
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My wife and I check the closets of every estate and garage sale looking for old luggage or valises with leather handles appropriate for vintage toolboxes. I never leave a decent leather handle behind.
-Don
-Don
driftpin
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Some suggestions
www.rockler.com
I used to buy Brainerd handles, made in E. Rochester NY. I think they've been sold to someone else.
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Vinyl Covered Handles
Vinyl case handles measure 6-1/8" x 2-5/8", screws not included.
www.rockler.com
I used to buy Brainerd handles, made in E. Rochester NY. I think they've been sold to someone else.