1920s Green-Case Vintage Industrial Machinist Chest 7 Drawer Racine Wisconsin For Sale

920s Green-Case Vintage Industrial Seven-Drawer Machinist’s Tool Chest – Racine, WisconsinA distinctive piece of early American workshop history featuring traditional wooden construction, decorative antique hardware, and the authentic character and patina collectors appreciate in vintage industrial equipment.This wooden machinist’s chest features seven drawers arranged with five smaller upper drawers and two full-width lower drawers.One of its most appealing features is the collection of period hardware, including four matching Eagle Lock Co. latches stamped Eagle Lock Co., Terryville, Connecticut. Two latches are located on the front, with one on each side.The chest also features decorative butterfly-style rear hinges, ornate pierced metal leather-handle mounts, and a CORBIN-marked lock.FEATURES AND HIGHLIGHTS• 1920s Green-Case machinist’s tool chest
• Racine, Wisconsin industrial heritage
• Seven wooden drawers
• Five smaller upper drawers and two full-width lower drawers
• Four matching Eagle Lock Co. latches
• Two front latches and one latch on each side
• Decorative butterfly-style rear hinges
• Leather carrying handle with ornate pierced metal mounting plates
• Split-riveted hardware construction
• CORBIN-marked central lock
• Traditional wooden drawer pulls
• Metal bottoms on some drawers
• Worn green felt interior lining
• Black exterior covering with antique patina
• Metal corner protectors
• Unrestored vintage appearance
• Two additional vintage tools included with the chestTWO VINTAGE TOOLS INCLUDEDTwo older metalworking tools were found inside this machinist’s chest and will be included with the sale.Tool #1 – Vintage Double-Ended Hammer HeadA small, double-ended metal hammer head featuring an oval center opening for a wooden handle.The hammer head has a distinctive narrow-waisted design with rectangular striking ends. The wooden handle is missing.Shows age-related surface oxidation, discoloration, and wear.Tool #2 – Vintage Wooden-Handled Metalworking ToolAn older hand tool featuring a cylindrical wooden handle and an elongated metal shaft with a flattened, blunt working end.The metal head appears to have an aged stamped marking, with lettering that may include the words “CAST STEEL.”The exact manufacturer and original intended use have not been established.Shows surface oxidation, discoloration, and expected wear from age and previous use.Both tools are included as found and make interesting additions to the chest’s vintage workshop character.MEASUREMENTS• Overall width: 20 inches
• Overall height: 12½ inches
• Overall depth: 9 inches
• Butterfly hinges: approximately 2 × 2 inches
• Decorative handle mounting plates: approximately 3 × 1¾ inches
• Eagle Lock latches: approximately 2¾ × 1¼ inches eachCONDITION AND COMPLETENESSThis antique machinist’s chest is offered in its present unrestored condition.The original removable wooden front panel is missing and is not included in this sale.There is no key included. The chest opens without a key, although the keyed locking function has not been verified.The exterior covering shows age-related wear, including scuffs, discoloration, and deterioration. The interior felt lining and drawer surfaces also show wear consistent with age and use.The chest has not been restored or refinished, preserving its vintage character and appearance.The two accompanying vintage tools are included in their present condition. Their exact age, manufacturer, and original association with the chest have not been established.COLLECTOR APPEALAn attractive addition to a collection of antique machinist’s tools, early American industrial equipment, vintage workshop accessories, or historical woodworking and metalworking memorabilia.Also makes a great display piece for a vintage garage, old-school workshop, industrial-themed office, man cave, or antique tool collection.Please examine all photographs carefully, as they are an important part of the description and show the actual items being offered for sale.