Vintage Canadian Aladdin Aluminum Workman’s Lunch Box

Description

A rugged piece of Canadian working history, this vintage Aladdin aluminum lunch box has the classic industrial design once carried to job sites, workshops and factories.

The box features a riveted aluminum body, peaked lid, brown carrying handle and two front latches. Inside the lid is a hinged metal bracket designed to hold a beverage container or thermos.

Made in Orangeville, Ontario by G.H. Curry Manufacturing Ltd., it would make a distinctive display piece for a workshop, office, vintage kitchen or Canadian industrial collection.

Details

• Aladdin-branded aluminum lunch box
• Manufactured by G.H. Curry Mfg. Ltd.
• Orangeville, Ontario, Canada
• Riveted aluminum construction
• Peaked upper lid
• Brown carrying handle
• Two front metal latches
• Interior hinged bottle or thermos bracket
• Lunch box only; beverage container is not included
• Approximately 10 inches wide × 4.25 inches deep × 8 inches high

Condition

Vintage used condition with scratches, scuffs, oxidation, discolouration and small dents consistent with age and regular use.

The handle shows considerable surface wear and ageing. The interior has staining and residue, and there is wear around the hinges, rivets and edges. Both front latches are present, and the box opens and closes.

Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the condition description.

Pickup and Shipping Information

Local pickup in Saskatoon is available by arrangement, and cash is accepted at pickup.

Shipping is available throughout Canada and the United States, calculated at checkout by the total weight of your order (Canada from $5, US from $18 — full rate chart in the shipping policy).

For shipped orders within Canada, payment is by Interac e-Transfer or PayPal. For US orders, payment is by PayPal. US buyers are responsible for any duties, tariffs, taxes, brokerage and import charges.

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