Posted 8 years ago
riczacdex
(12 items)
Disclaimer: I did not coat the hinges with that gaudy gold leaf paint, or perform any of the 'restoration' work on the trunk - smile.
I hope the hinges help those of you who are helping me identify the manufacturer and where I could get more information and sell the trunk.
Thanks so much! Rick
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F.W Beckwith hinge patented July 14 1885
Not a Martin Maier patented hinge.But very nice trunk hardware all the same.
I have seen this hardware on M.M. Secor and a few other better manufacturers.
Much luck with it.
Thank you so very much, Drill!
So glad I found this site as it is proving to be an invaluable resource as I go through all I inherited from my folks! Rick
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Here is the (earlier) July 14, 1885 Martin Maier patent hinge.that we see
so often on his trunks.
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Here is another rare Martin Maier corner iron and latch patent. Incidentally I have yet to see on any of his trunks pictured on the internet. I have sure searched a bit.So if anyone finds a picture of it please post it and let me know,it wouuld be neat to see.
Always glad to help.