Vintage Oil Can

[pjcd]

I know this doesn't fit into the forum, but I came across what appears to be a vintage oil can. I can't find a thing on it on the inter-web. I'll post a photo of it, any help would be appreciated.

 

[CNGsaves]

Tell us what you PAID . . . . that's a Keeper for sure.

"The Coleman Company" is generally universally known as lantern company that branched out into everything else camping related.

ColCo must be small company that distributed the oil.

 

[pjcd]

I have looked for some connection between this can and the Coleman company of Wichita, KS. This ColCo oil product came from Everett Ma. I'm really curious as to its age. Thanks for responding.

 

[pjcd]

By the way, I paid $2 and it was full of oil. I put the oil into a gallon jug, (will use it when drilling), used laundry soap to clean it, worked great, nice and shiny on the inside.

 

[bubinga]

its nice, l have a cool little texaco can that was given to me, I'll post pictures , I need to find them, or take new ones though.

 

[CNGsaves]

By the way, I paid $2 and it was full of oil. I put the oil into a gallon jug, (will use it when drilling), used laundry soap to clean it, worked great, nice and shiny on the inside.

**** $2 . . . . . you stole that sucker !! Great score & YOU **** !!!

Maybe some local folks up that way will chime in on ColCo history.

 

[bluebolt]

It's perfect for this forum, vintage cutting oil can for your vintage lathe or drill press!

And $2 you ****!

 

[sselander]

The can is in this ad:
http://www.asbestosbooks.com/coleman.html

The location of the company is listed as a place that handled asbestos
http://www.mesothelioma.com/asbestos-exposure/states/massachusetts/everett/

 

[pjcd]

Thanks, that looks like the company, appreciate all the feedback

 

[pjcd]

I have to tell you, I run across this kind of stuff all the time, (estate sales). Never gave it a second look, now I have to pick up more of it. I'll post what ever I find.

 

[Jrc94]

I have one similar was wondering a value for it ?

 

[Jrc94]

Got from my grandparents estate. Looking for a value because unfortunately I have to sell.

 

[RTM]

Only one on eBay completed auctions

Colco Oil Can Rare Graphic Oil Can Rare Early Massachusetts Can Vintage Oil Can | eBay

Colco Oil Can Rare Graphic Oil Can Rare Early Massachusetts Can Vintage Oil Can. Condition is Used. Shipped with USPS Ground Advantage.

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