captain flintlock
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- Jul 21, 2015
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Living in Ct for many years now, I've developed a passion for very old things. I also feel that everything deserves to tell its story no matter what condition it's in. So my wife and I are at an estate auction a week or so ago and I spotted this early drop front desk. A couple of other guys were looking at it and stated that it didn't sell the week before and the auctioneer wouldn't go lower than $50. Recognizing the dovetail joints and rose head nails and other clues, I came to the conclusion that it's definitely 18th century. But boy does it need a lot of love!! The construction is solid but cosmetically it's a hot mess!! So when the desk came up, the auctioneer started at $75.00, then down to $50, then down to $25.00. My right hand developed a sudden twitch and flailed into the air! ( while conveniently holding my #). I was now the proud owner of an 18th century desk for $25.00. The pictures are as I bought it before any cleaning. I'm probably going to paint it rather than staining due to some discoloration but haven't crossed that bridge yet. So tell me if you think I did ok or bought a "pig in a poke"!! I haven't started any work on it yet but will do so soon. I'm familiar with antique furniture and have some woodworking skills so I'm confident that I can make it look better than it is.
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