🔎 UNIDENTIFIED Trunk latch?

[Nathan W]

Found at the new permission , church. I was thinking maybe some kind of latch? I didn't see this type of style online if it even is for luggage or not

 

[pepperj]

Found at the new permission , church. I was thinking maybe some kind of latch? I didn't see this type of style online if it even is for luggage or not

Steamer trunk is a possibility also.

 

[AU Seeker]

Found at the new permission , church. I was thinking maybe some kind of latch? I didn't see this type of style online if it even is for luggage or not

If these newer replicas are correct, it's a Hoosiers cabinet latch, used on "Sellers" cabinets.

Sellers Hoosier Cabinet Latch "S" Type Right 0r Left Hand Door | eBay

Has nice bright brass finish. Just choose how many of left and right side that you need. (KC2224KC).

www.ebay.com

Photos of them on a "Sellers" cabinet.

Stunning Antique Sellers Kitchen Cabinet

This amazing Antique Sellers kitchen cabinet is one of the best I have ever had. It still has its original sifter, cutting board, pull outs, glass knobs, etc. it is in fantastic condition with minimal staining and wear on its original top. (Please see pics) a few rust rings and something pink...

cottlegunn.com

 

[Nathan W]

Thanks you nailed it!

 

[AU Seeker]

If these newer replicas are correct, it's a Hoosiers cabinet latch, used on "Sellers" cabinets.

Sellers Hoosier Cabinet Latch "S" Type Right 0r Left Hand Door | eBay

Has nice bright brass finish. Just choose how many of left and right side that you need. (KC2224KC).

www.ebay.com

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Photos of them on a "Sellers" cabinet.

Stunning Antique Sellers Kitchen Cabinet

This amazing Antique Sellers kitchen cabinet is one of the best I have ever had. It still has its original sifter, cutting board, pull outs, glass knobs, etc. it is in fantastic condition with minimal staining and wear on its original top. (Please see pics) a few rust rings and something pink...

cottlegunn.com

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[AU Seeker]

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More info on "Sellers" cabinets, also other "Hoosiers" cabinets manufacturers.

Hoosier cabinet - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

"Sellers
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From 1916 advertisement
The G. I. Sellers Company was founded in Kokomo, Indiana, in 1888. The company made chifforobes, cabinets, and tables—and oak was their choice material. They grew to become the second largest manufacturer of Hoosier cabinets. By 1905, their manufacturing complex covered five city blocks. During that year, their plant was destroyed by fire. In order to restart their business as soon as possible, the company purchased a furniture factory in Elwood, Indiana. At that time, the company name was changed to the G. I. Sellers and Sons Company, and manufacturing was focused on Hoosier cabinets and tables.<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hoosier_cabinet#cite_note-Kennedy61-53"><span>[</span>48<span>]</span></a>

By 1913, the Sellers plant employed 99 people, making it the second largest factory (based on employees) in Elwood.<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hoosier_cabinet#cite_note-14Indy81-54"><span>[</span>49<span>]</span></a> Among features Sellers promoted were an automatic lowering flour bin, glass drawer pulls, hand-rubbed finish on oak, and ant-proof casters.<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hoosier_cabinet#cite_note-Kennedy82-55"><span>[</span>50<span>]</span></a> The company initiated a "Votes for Women" contest for little girls in 1914. Prizes were Junior Special Kitcheneed Cabinets, which were two–thirds the size of the Sellers Kitcheneed Special.<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hoosier_cabinet#cite_note-GRFR191409206-56"><span>[</span>51<span>]</span></a>

In 1922, Wilfred Sellers (company president) noted that the company typically produced 75,000 to 85,000 cabinets per year.<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hoosier_cabinet#cite_note-Forbes19220429-57"><span>[</span>52<span>]</span></a> Sellers introduced its Kitchenaire models in 1927, which had smaller flour bins but more drawers. In the early 1930s, coloring was featured, and new products were sold such as built-in kitchen cabinets and breakfast sets. During World War II, the company had difficulty acquiring raw materials and employing skilled workers. It ceased operations in 1950.<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hoosier_cabinet#cite_note-Kennedy64-9"><span>[</span>9<span>]</span></a>"