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    Posted 14 years ago

    helloworld…
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    I found this item in my grandpas garage. Would like to know how much it is worth. i dont see much about "Childs" by underwrites lab. it has a dent in bottem , where I assume was droped. It has the glass, cap and holder all perfect. should i polish this befor selling? Thank you for any help.

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    1. helloworld772002, 14 years ago
      i have the No. A 437917 if that helps
    2. tikiray tikiray, 14 years ago
      My opinion is that you shouldn't polish it. I have a similar extinguisher and I love it's patina. Others may have a different opinion though. I don't know what it's worth. I paid $35 for mine, which I thought was a good deal. Mine has the glass and holder intact too, which you don't find often.
    3. helloworld772002, 14 years ago
      thanx man! well see what an auction site thinks, when i try
      looks like 200 at least. anyone else know? thanx again man.
    4. frankiesgotstuff, 14 years ago
      beware!!!some state laws wont let you sell these types of fire extinguishers because of the chemicals used in it.
    5. tikiray tikiray, 14 years ago
      As long as it's empty you should be fine selling it. Wouldn't hurt to give the inside a quick washing out.
    6. oldfirestuff, 14 years ago
      Good evening. If you check my fire memorabilia site http://www.oldfirestuff.com , you will see how neat these old soda acid extinguihers look when professionally restored. I have a couple of professional restorers listed on my links. I use to do it myself but it is about a 4 hour back breaking project with the right equipment. I would recommend that you straighten out the dents, a good body man can help with that. Please contact me if you have anymore questions. Thanks Pat H.

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