Vintage Huot Tool Box Restoration

[Proenneke_in_Spirit]

I recently acquired a mid 1950s Huot model 101 and 201 (upper and lower) tool chest. The box itself is in sound condition with major dents and drawers function great, but the rest of it needs some love. I've wanted to do a box restoration for some time, so this seems like a great candidate.

After a stack of research and contacting Huot, I am still looking for some information and recommendations:

1. Does anyone have a suggestion on getting a reporduciton "Huot" sticker for the corners on the upper and lower?
2. Does anyone know the color name or paint code for this generation of chests? Drawers were a silverish-gray and chest was a blue-gray.

I saw on a thread from a few years back that there was luck with getting the stickers from Huot, but I have had no luck with them. As for the paint, obviously it doesn't have to be exact, but hoping to get it as close as possible. If not, I will try to color match what is left on the insides.

Finally, any other toolbox restoration advice would be appreciated!

 

[1982fxr]

Got pics?

I have an old top, the thread is under this post

 

[JoCoSawdust]

Check with Jim on eBay. He makes very high quality vinyl adhesive decals. I know he used to have Huot decals in his store, not sure if he still does or not. If not, if you contact him he may be able to square you away.

https://www.ebay.com/str/ENGINE-DECALS?_trksid=p2047675.l2563

 

[Proenneke_in_Spirit]

I created an album with a few photos under my profile - new member so I cannot put them into the body of the post just yet until I reach a minimum number of posts.

I started to pull drawers out last night after fixing the snow blower. Will update album this weekend. It's a good look at the original color.

 

[Enigma]

I recently acquired a mid 1950s Huot model 101 and 201 (upper and lower) tool chest. The box itself is in sound condition with major dents and drawers function great, but the rest of it needs some love. I've wanted to do a box restoration for some time, so this seems like a great candidate.

After a stack of research and contacting Huot, I am still looking for some information and recommendations:

1. Does anyone have a suggestion on getting a reporduciton "Huot" sticker for the corners on the upper and lower?
2. Does anyone know the color name or paint code for this generation of chests? Drawers were a silverish-gray and chest was a blue-gray.

I saw on a thread from a few years back that there was luck with getting the stickers from Huot, but I have had no luck with them. As for the paint, obviously it doesn't have to be exact, but hoping to get it as close as possible. If not, I will try to color match what is left on the insides.

Finally, any other toolbox restoration advice would be appreciated!

Hey did you ever finish restoring the Huot 201? I just got one a few days ago but come to find out it is missing the front panel. If you have any extras or part with yours please let me know. thanks. - Gary