One of a Kind — 1 Available
c.1940s-1950s Climax Steel Tool Box by Hamilton Metal Products
Viridian Eclection
$54.40
Save $23.80
Appraised value $78.20
Era
Primitive
Material
See description
Condition
Excellent Vintage
Provenance
Documented
Professional Packing
Foam, crating & fragile handling
Condition Guaranteed
Documented & photographed
Private Viewings
Reno, NV & free white-glove within 100 mi
Antique Shipping Policy
All antique and vintage items are sold as described. We professionally pack every piece with museum-grade foam, layered boxing, and fragile handling instruction labels. Once in carrier hands, liability transfers to the carrier. Shipping damage claims must be filed with the carrier directly. All sales are final. Questions about a piece before purchasing?
Description A c.1940s-1950s Climax steel utility box by Hamilton Metal Products of Hamilton, Ohio, built with the kind of restrained, hard-wearing utility that gives industrial objects their lastin...
Condition
Excellent Vintage
Dimensions
Era
Primitive
Availability
One of a Kind — 1 Available
Description
A c.1940s-1950s Climax steel utility box by Hamilton Metal Products of Hamilton, Ohio, built with the kind of restrained, hard-wearing utility that gives industrial objects their lasting appeal. Finished in its original olive drab paint, it carries the honest wear, patina, and straightforward construction that make pieces like this feel grounded rather than decorative. The pressed-steel body, fold-down handle, side latches, and embossed central clasp give it a strong architectural presence, whether used for storage, styled on open shelving, or layered into a more collected, workshop-inspired interior. It is functional, visually disciplined, and exactly the sort of object that adds depth without trying too hard.
Details
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Climax |
| Maker | Hamilton Metal Products |
| Date | c.1940s-1950s |
| Origin | Hamilton, Ohio, United States |
| Material | Pressed steel |
| Finish | Original olive drab green paint |
| Form | Rectangular utility box with fold-down top handle |
| Closure | Central locking clasp with side latches |
| Style | Mid-century industrial / utilitarian |
| Use | Storage, desk organization, workshop styling, display |
| Condition | Good vintage condition with surface wear, scratches, oxidation, and patina consistent with age and use |
Every piece is packed with professional-grade materials: multiple foam layers, double-boxing, directional and fragile handling labels. For large furniture we use custom timber crating. We photograph packing before dispatch and can provide images on request.
White-glove delivery is complimentary within 100 miles of Reno, NV. National shipping quotes provided at checkout. All shipments are photographed and documented. Damage claims must be filed with the carrier; we provide all documentation needed to support your claim.
Local pickup is available at Viridian HQ (Reno, NV) with 2–4 days notice. Contact us to arrange. Private viewings also available.
All antique and vintage items are sold as described and all sales are final. Each listing includes detailed condition notes and photographs so you can make a fully informed decision. We encourage buyers to ask questions — about condition, dimensions, finish, provenance — before purchasing.
Antiques are irreplaceable and one-of-a-kind. Carrier handling is outside our control once a piece has left our facility, and major carriers including FedEx do not insure antiques. We do everything within our power to ensure safe transit, but cannot accept liability for carrier damage. If damage occurs in transit, we will provide full documentation to support your carrier claim.
Have a question? — we're happy to provide additional photos, condition detail, or discuss the piece directly.
Antique
Verified Era
Authenticated period piece
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Full condition documentation & detail shots
Excellent
Condition
Professionally assessed & photographed
1 of 1
Available
One of a kind — this exact piece, never restocked
All Sales
Final
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