Armada chest??

[ARC]

I wish I had the kind of rum you get

You said, and even quoted it: ""before 1890"" which is consistent. Even the crusades qualify.

Would you share said Rum with me if ya did ? ? ?

 

[ConceptualizedNetherlandr]

Would you share said Rum with me if ya did ? ? ?

Absolutely. 50/50.

 

[coast40]

your chest is actually called / referred to as a "3 lock box".

 

[fabricgator]

I would be tempted to address that powder light orange oxidation (rust) if nothing more than perhaps a light wipe with a sewing machine oil or in the states we have a little known product called Fluid Film.

Neat antique find, outstanding.
It is the type of treasure that I am continually on the hunt for....

 

[fabricgator]

I am also curious about the little 'nibs' protruding from the lock hasp(s). (front one appears missing)
Perhaps the correct corresponding lock(s) had a matching indent that would hold the lock in place for one handed key rotation?

 

[tahomatom]

I have bought this super heavy iron chest and want to know how old it is. and what type of chest it is.

That was a super good find. I agree, don't restore it but defiantly find some old locks around the same period. NICE!

 

[Drelas]

I have bought this super heavy iron chest and want to know how old it is. and what type of chest it is.

• Wooden Exterior: Suggests pre-1950s craftsmanship, likely hand-assembled.
• Metal Interior Lining: Indicates it was built for durability—possibly to store tools, munitions, or valuables.
• Riveted Edges: A strong clue pointing to early 20th-century industrial or military design.
• Hinged Lid: Functional design, typical of field-deployable containers.
• Likely Range: 1920s–1940s
• Possible Uses:
  • WWII-era field chest or ammo box
  • 1930s machinist or mining equipment case
  • Early 20th-century strongbox for valuables or documents

 

[Drelas]

Nothing inconsistent about the dates, just odd. same listing with different vendor:

Iron Corsair Chest 18th, 1700s | Vinterior

18th century Corsair chest. This box with sober lines has a significant weight essential for stability on board ships of the time. This crate, necessary for the transport of objects or valuable...

www.vinterior.co

So beautiful I see it spilling with potential.