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    Posted 11 years ago

    sams2100
    (5 items)

    Just picked this one up on the cheap. It appears to have been painted, and new straps were added at some point because they are still somewhat soft. I wonder if someone replaced the leather tabs on the insert because that leather is also still soft.

    I have no idea of the date, but there is a patent number on hardware in picture #2 but I cant make the whole thing out.

    While it didn't appear to be really fancy on the outside, the inside looks beautiful so I couldn't let it go, and the outside still looks nice I thought.

    Any suggestions on tracking down a replacement key?

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    1. trunkingforfun, 11 years ago
      The interior is the best I have ever seen and I do love the lithographs! I have had luck for the locks. There is a locksmith in my area who specializes in antique locks. He has oiled the lock and provided a key for about $20. Of course I have to bring him the trunk, but then we enjoy talking antique locks. Have fun. Thanks for the post.
    2. sams2100, 11 years ago
      Thanks, TFF... I'll hunt around for a locksmith in the area and see if any would be interested in looking at it. I would like a key for every truck in my growing collection if I could, it just makes it feel more complete.

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