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257021 | kurt schmitz | 2015‑11‑23 | Hinges. Okay, Very Specific Hinges |
Gentle Galoots (Assembled); I'm putting the final touches on a simple project, namely my representation of a Stanley #801 toolbox. The problem is one of hardware. The hinges on this beast are very unique, and many hours of interwebz sleuthing have gotten me nothing but heartache. Metal work, while quite galootish in nature, is not something I aspire to do at all. So the question I'm asking is directed at those who would know the specifics of the box itself: Is there anyone out there who has liberated hinges from a Stanley #801 or #888 box and would be interested in parting with them, or know of a source that carries these modified strap hinges? Again, a very focused question but one I had to ask The Porch before exercising other (less optimal) options. VR,Smitty |
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257022 | Gary Katsanis <gtgrouch@r...> | 2015‑11‑23 | Re: Hinges. Okay, Very Specific Hinges |
Are these simple enough to duplicate? I've never seen an #801 toolbox, and my internet skills are admittedly limited. Are there pictures available? Gary Katsanis Albion New York, USA |
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257023 | Peter McBride <peter_mcbride@b...> | 2015‑11‑23 | Re: Hinges. Okay, Very Specific Hinges |
Heavens above... We rarely see them in OZ. However, there were two of those tool chests for sale at our last HTPAA tool sale early in November. One in fantastic condition, and another less so...both were priced VERY cheap. MickD...do you recall, they were next to your table.?? Under AU$100 I think. ... About AU$75.00 = not much in US$ Since I'm not collecting Stanley stuff, and not accumulating to on-sell .... I let them go. BIG MISTAKE!..... I know the better one was bought by one of the dealers, and he was VERY happy with his purchase. Here is a sold one from the web. http://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-SMALL-SIZE-STANLEY-801-HIP-ROOF-TOOL- BOX-w-SW-PLATES-FOR-TOOLS-PLANES-/161609339039">http://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE- SMALL-SIZE-STANLEY-801-HIP-ROOF-TOOL-BOX-w-SW-PLATES-FOR-TOOLS- PLANES-/161609339039 Hinges? Good Luck Smitty!! Cheers, Peter In Main Ridge Vic Australia |
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257024 | Phil Schempf <philschempf@g...> | 2015‑11‑23 | Re: Hinges. Okay, Very Specific Hinges |
You could get them duplicated by a custom blacksmith if you have an example, but I suspect it would cost you dear. Like here: http://blackbearforge.com/hinges.htm or here: http://peterrossblacksmith.com/ Phil |
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257030 | paul womack <pwomack@p...> | 2015‑11‑24 | Re: Hinges. Okay, Very Specific Hinges |
kurt schmitz via OldTools wrote: > > Gentle Galoots (Assembled); > I'm putting the final touches on a simple project, namely my representation of a Stanley #801 toolbox. The problem is one of hardware. The hinges on this beast are very unique, and many hours of interwebz sleuthing have gotten me nothing but heartache. > Metal work, while quite galootish in nature, is not something I aspire to do at all. So the question I'm asking is directed at those who would know the specifics of the box itself: Is there anyone out there who has liberated hinges from a Stanley #801 or #888 box and would be interested in parting with them, or know of a source that carries these modified strap hinges? > Again, a very focused question but one I had to ask The Porch before exercising other (less optimal) options. Making them from scratch would be tricky, but cutting, filing and bending them from a well chosen donor hinge doesn't look too hard. The photos and measurements from the eBay listing that Peter McBride pointed to would provide enough info, if interpreted carefully. BugBear |
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257031 | paul womack <pwomack@p...> | 2015‑11‑24 | Re: Hinges. Okay, Very Specific Hinges |
kurt schmitz via OldTools wrote: > > Gentle Galoots (Assembled); > I'm putting the final touches on a simple project, namely my representation of a Stanley #801 toolbox. The problem is one of hardware. The hinges on this beast are very unique, and many hours of interwebz sleuthing have gotten me nothing but heartache. > Metal work, while quite galootish in nature, is not something I aspire to do at all. So the question I'm asking is directed at those who would know the specifics of the box itself: Is there anyone out there who has liberated hinges from a Stanley #801 or #888 box and would be interested in parting with them, or know of a source that carries these modified strap hinges? > Again, a very focused question but one I had to ask The Porch before exercising other (less optimal) options. This is the closest I can find: http://www.piersupply.com/Item/H21_0632 Too many drilled holes, and would need bending. BugBear |
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257033 | scott grandstaff <scottg@s...> | 2015‑11‑24 | Re: Hinges. Okay, Very Specific Hinges |
Saying............. that you want hinges, except you want original? Only you know they are hard to get. (and they are) And you don't want to pay a professional blacksmith a high price to make you some. But you don't want to do any metalwork? Somethin' has got to give. Nobody gets to ask so much and get away with it. You are either going to have to pay a high price for originals or Pay a high price for custom or break down and do some simple metalwork! Cause you can't have it all you know. What did you think this was, the internet? heeheheheheeheh Ordinary 6" gate T-hinges are easy to get. Probably even the precious Chinese warehouse store. ugh Get a couple pair and soak them in mild acid to take off the zinc, so they don't look new new new Then make a paper template (trace around the hinge) and draw your decorative pattern. You will have to make one up to fit the occasion, so make it cool. Start with a centerline and go from there. Zerox the pattern 4 times. Cut them out and glue them to your hinges. Remove all the metal that the template does not cover, with big files followed by smaller files. Sand the hinges clean down though a couple/three grits, and then use gunsmiths cold blue solution until you get a nice even "dark gray" (cold blue) You'll be done in a few hours. yours Scott -- ******************************* Scott Grandstaff Box 409 Happy Camp, Ca 96039 scottg@s... http://www.snowcrest.net/kitty/sgrandstaff/ http://www.snowcrest.net/kitty/hpages/index.html ----- No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 2015.0.6176 / Virus Database: 4460/11054 - Release Date: 11/23/15 |
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257035 | Richard <zwwizard@g...> | 2015‑11‑24 | Re: Hinges. Okay, Very Specific Hinges |
Have you tried Van Dyke's http://search.vandykes.com/search?w=strap%20hinge On 11/23/2015 1:39 PM, kurt schmitz via OldTools wrote: > Gentle Galoots (Assembled); > I'm putting the final touches on a simple project, namely my representation of a Stanley #801 toolbox. The problem is one of hardware. The hinges on this beast are very unique, and many hours of interwebz sleuthing have gotten me nothing but heartache. > Metal work, while quite galootish in nature, is not something I aspire to do at all. So the question I'm asking is directed at those who would know the specifics of the box itself: Is there anyone out there who has liberated hinges from a Stanley #801 or #888 box and would be interested in parting with them, or know of a source that carries these modified strap hinges? > Again, a very focused question but one I had to ask The Porch before exercising other (less optimal) options. > VR,Smitty > -- Richard Richard L. Rombold WIZARD WOODWORKING 489 N. 32nd. St. Springfield, Or .97478 Take a look at my mess and work. http://www.PictureTrail.com/gallery/view?username=thewizz "Do not meddle in the affairs of Dragons, for thou art crunchy and taste good with ketchup" |
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257036 | Claudio DeLorenzi <claudio@d...> | 2015‑11‑24 | Re: Hinges. Okay, Very Specific Hinges |
Re Strap Hinges Some choices available at Lee Valley also. I found some forged ones there- ie options that would work without too much fettling. Claudio in Waterloo |
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257037 | Kirk Eppler <eppler.kirk@g...> | 2015‑11‑24 | Re: Hinges. Okay, Very Specific Hinges |
On Mon, Nov 23, 2015 at 3:17 PM, Peter McBride |
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257038 | paul womack <pwomack@p...> | 2015‑11‑25 | Re: Hinges. Okay, Very Specific Hinges |
Claudio DeLorenzi wrote: > Re Strap Hinges > Some choices available at Lee Valley also. I found some forged ones there- > ie options that would work without too much fettling. I think thin cheap (stamped) hinges would work better - to match the 801, any flat hinge needs a 90 degree bend putting in. BugBear |
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