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RogerRamjet

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I have had my eye on this display case for a few weeks. Bit the bullet and bought it last weekend. I added the lower shelf and the green felt fabric. The case has been restored and I do believe that it may have had mirrors on the back 2 doors. What do you think ... was there probably a mirror on each door or not?

 

The name plate on the back top says "Made by Specialty Display Case Co. Kendallville, Indiana"

 

Gives me a great place to display my Sioux City collection (from left to right): Houston Fountain Pen with a Houston 3 nib, Snapfil fountain pen with a Houston 2 nib, Jiffy pen with a Jiffy 2 nib and a Snapfil pen with a missing nib. Now, I just need more Sioux City pens (and even a Kaligraph pencil or 3) since I do live in ... Sioux City, Iowa.

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That's great!! Is there evidence of mirrors mounted to the doors?

 

What years do you think that was used?

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No evidence of mirrors but in researching I did see a similar case with mirrors on the doors. Personally, I like the wood instead of mirrors.

 

I believe this case would be from the early to middle 1920's since this is when they would have been manufactured.

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if you like the wood doors then i wouldn't worry about mirrors and leave it be. i also like it with out the mirrors.

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Don't wreck the fantastic look you have as it stands. Mirrors no way!

 

Greg

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Between this and other things I've seen posted here, I might have to start frequenting antique stores.

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Yes, David! I definitely would like to see it!!

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David, LOVE the case!! Should you ever think of parting ways with it, I would be interested in it. :)

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David, Sorry for the late response but have been "offline" for a couple of weeks. I was not able to go to Chicago this year but maybe another. I would have loved to be there to hunt for some more Houston/Snapfil/Jiffy pens from Sioux City! :) I hope you had a good time.

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