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  1. #1
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    Default need details to restore american safe on wheels !

    Hi guys. i started the restoration of an antique american safe some months ago and now have time to progress but need details : first i am not sure on the manufacturer, there is a number on the lever handle (58028) and do not know if it's a serial number or other ? is it possible to know the date of manufacture ?
    on the photo accessories are removed but it is complete (except the end screws decorative caps on pivots). as you can see, this is a massacre paint job ! the only advantage for the previous owner is that is wife don't ask him paint work in his house !
    is it possible to change the combination on this lock ?
    Very exciting to restore this safe, my favorite with the Milners !
    thanks in advance
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  2. #2
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    Hi guys, just realize that i probably not provide enough details for manufacturer and period !
    the safe is close to be finish and wait the brand name for apply the matching decal on the door.
    25 3/4 650mm high
    16.5 420mm wide
    17.5 440mm depth
    the combination run 1 to 100
    after some research on the web, look close to J.Baum with the flat head of the handle but i want to be sure.

    merci beaucoup
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  3. #3
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    Default unknown cast iron safe

    Is that the original dial and handle?

    If I could see a picture of the inside of the door showing the lock and bolt work I might recognize it.

    DH

  4. #4
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    yes David, this is the original dial and handle.
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  5. #5
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    Default J.Baum

    The safe is a J.Baum Safe and lock Co. This is there own lock. Very much like Yale OB style lock. L4-R3-L2-R1 is the dialing sequence.

  6. #6
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    Quote Originally Posted by T Davison View Post
    The safe is a J.Baum Safe and lock Co. This is there own lock. Very much like Yale OB style lock. L4-R3-L2-R1 is the dialing sequence.
    thanks for confirmation. I’ve had same info from elsewhere so now i am sure and will do the right decal. I am open to hi deg photos of J.Baum front door design

  7. #7
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    Default Baum lock

    Yes, that is definatly a Baum lock. Although the safe could be a Warth Baum, J Baum, or Baum Safe & Lock Co.

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