Nice A period toolboxes

[Keith True]

I just found a couple of boxes,while actually modern,look just right for the A.About three feet long,they are embossed,spare parts box.Under it they are embossed Komatsu LTD.We had some Komatsu equipment in the 80's,and I remember getting a couple of these full of parts with the new machines.I don't know how somebody would go about finding them,but I would bet they are not special to Komatsu.A few guys have been looking them over here,speculating just how old they really are.One guy guesses they are actually WW 2 boxes made by us,then sold as surplus.

[DougVieyra]

I found a very nice original-looking 'vintage' tool box at (gasp) Harbor Freight. It is 24 gauge steel, painted (Powder-Coated) red ( I sanded it down and painted it black ) and is 17" long, 10" wide and 9" high at the highest part of the top cover. It has a Gambreled (beveled sides with flat top) top with a good sized chrome handle that folds down. Inside it has a pick-up self to divide the inside compartment. The latch that holds the top to the bottom has a ratched closure ('Piano Hinge') with a loop for a small lock to attach (not supplied). Costs about $20.

The box does look very much like the tool boxes that were common in the 20's, '30's, and '40's. This 'vintage' tool box (once painted black) fits very nicely on the back part of a running board. I bolted mine down to increase the chances of it being there when I need it.

It is certainly 'worth a look' if you have a wish for a running board tool box, or just a vintage-looking tool box for other applications. Harbor Freight Item # 97532

[BILL WILLIAMSON]

My Uncle, Gump, carried all his tools in a Toe Sack & just poured them out on the running board! For High Toned work, he even had a small vise, that clamped on the running board also.
Bill W.

[700rpm]

Originally Posted by BILL WILLIAMSON

My Uncle, Gump, carried all his tools in a Toe Sack & just poured them out on the running board! For High Toned work, he even had a small vise, that clamped on the running board also.
Bill W.

Toe sack! I have always heard this as "tote sack." (Tony Joe White, Poke Salad Annie). But maybe it's "tow sack," which I guess is a southern term, like gunny sack, which would explain Tony Joe's reference.

[H. L. Chauvin]

If one looks on e-bay under .......... "Model T Tool Boxes" ........ they usually sell for between $100.00 - $350.00.

I have one that was given to my Dad years ago by our local Blacksmith & former WWI Veteran ..... my Dad said they were usually mounted on Model T Ford Truck running boards.

[burner31]

Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements)

Here's the Harbor Freight tool box that was mentioned above, $17.99 here in Okie Homa, your results may vary.

[BILL WILLIAMSON]

Originally Posted by 700rpm

Toe sack! I have always heard this as "tote sack." (Tony Joe White, Poke Salad Annie). But maybe it's "tow sack," which I guess is a southern term, like gunny sack, which would explain Tony Joe's reference.

Jist DON'T use a BIG POKE, that's a brown paper bag & the bottom may fall out. TOE SACKS are safe for tools, snakes, mean possums, unruly little kids & with help from scissors, make a spare shirt We saved big flour sacks, with the label, to make pillow cases & sugar sacks for dish towels. We were PO' FOLKS.
Bill Richnow

[DougVieyra]

Thanks for posting a photo of the Harbor Freight Tool Box, Burner31, Post #6.

I wish I had the computer smarts to post pictures like like that. But I really do not have the inclination to learn a new trick at this late date in my life (98 this august).

[Bob-A]

I've collected a few tool/battery boxes off of eBay the past 10-12 years. You use to be able to get them for $25-$35 dollars. These days
double, triple or more that amount! The ones I like the best are the little ones: 11" long, 9" high, 6" depth or so. Front fender boxes are neat too.
Running board "service units" are pretty cool also.

Bob-A

[H. L. Chauvin]

Hi Doug,

Per reply No. (8) above ......... 98 in August ....... now that is something ....... like most, I'll probably forget by August ....... but in case I do .............. Happy Birthday ...... and thanks for posting same ....... encouraging news that .... it can be done if we try !!!!!!!!!

[C26Pinelake]

Originally Posted by DougVieyra

Thanks for posting a photo of the Harbor Freight Tool Box, Burner31, Post #6.

I wish I had the computer smarts to post pictures like like that. But I really do not have the inclination to learn a new trick at this late date in my life (98 this august).

Doug. If indeed that age is correct you are truly amazing! Your posts are always logical and well presented. You are to be. Commended! Wayne

[burner31]

Originally Posted by DougVieyra

Thanks for posting a photo of the Harbor Freight Tool Box, Burner31, Post #6.

I wish I had the computer smarts to post pictures like like that. But I really do not have the inclination to learn a new trick at this late date in my life (98 this august).

Easy way for pics:
Click the "blue post reply" lower left bottom of page, when text box opens, in the top middle of the bar you will see a "paperclip" click that, a window will open "manage attachments" click "choose file" then pick your picture, after you picked up to seven pics click the top "upload" on the right hand side of the text box, wait for it to upload.
You must type something, anything into the text box message, scroll down to see "preview post" at bottom of your text box, you should see your message as it will appear when you post, if you like it click "submit reply" to post.
Easy-cheesy

[DougVieyra]

Thanks Keith, I am sure your tip for including a photo will be appreciated by a great many besides myself.

- As Will Rogers once said: "I never met an Oakie that I did not like."

[monto]

Excellent suggestions here! As for myself, I use an old military ammo box for carrying tools in the Ford. Tucks in nicely behind drivers seat. These can occasionally be found in different sizes at yard sales and flea markets....

[Mitch//pa]

I don't use any metal boxes INSIDE the cars but do use SOFT cooler / beverage style cases to carry supplies etc. the metal boxes scratch and can rip the upholstery with the corners.

[Keith True]

A korean war vet was looking at mine in the back of my truck,he said,my god,I've thrown thousands of those in and out of trucks when I was over there.Most of us are now just guessing that they were either bought and stamped by Komatsu,or Komatsu got the old dies and made their own.Or,maybe just copied what we had.They are still Komatsu yellow,not OD green underneath.I got them from a yard sale,$5.for the pair,he thinks he as another pair he will dig out for me next weekend.

[Jim Brierley]

Years ago my daughter bought me a tool box made of used Model T running boards, it fits on the Model A running board. Handy and cool-looking! She found it in a used-stuff store.
Keith, thanks for the info on posting, I printed it out for future use.

[Dollar Bill]

Jim, I'dlike to see photos of your tool box made of Model T running boards!

[BILL WILLIAMSON]

Greggs' friend was BROKE & sold me a small Craftsman box, with all kinds of mis-matched brand tools. It has everything I might need for emergencies!
Bill W.