herring safe details welcome !

[stephane]

Hi guys. hard time with the pandemic to find safes too but unexpected discover next to switzerland in french alps. from a 2 generation dutch family. i suspect this safe had made a complete planet tour before falling in a cottage in the alps !
i found photos on the web of "herring & co safe" and "herring hall marvin" so wondering if there is a link between this 2 manufacturers ? i saw a number behind the handle but forgot to write. can remove and post if help.
i don't know what's meaning "sole agents" under names on the door. unfortunately no originals wheels but i have cast iron just need to check if i can install.
i will be happy with details and periode of manufacture.
merci beaucoup

[Doug MacQueen]

Yes the connection is the earlier Herring safe company of New York merged with the Hall and Marvin safe companies in the 1890's. I see what you mean about world travel. A U.S. made safe first in the Philippines and then to Europe. Sole agent means they are the only sales representative for HHM in that country.

[Doug MacQueen]

On date of manufacture, it would be late 1890's up to around World War One.

[stephane]

thanks Doug for these appreciate details.