Hamilton California Job Case No. 216 – 89 Compartments, Cast-Iron Handle View Watchlist >
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Hamilton California Job Case No. 216 – 89 Compartments, Cast-Iron Handle
Maker-marked Hamilton Manufacturing Co. full-size California Job Case printers drawer, retaining its cast-iron pull and original paper label strip (marked “No. 216”). Classic layout with 89 compartments for movable type—largest approx. 6.25" x 2.25", smallest 1.5" x 1"—and solid-wood dividers with pinned joints. Warm shop patina throughout; authentic Hamilton hardware and construction consistent with Two Rivers, Wisconsin production. Ideal for print-history collectors or repurposed as a wall display for miniatures, shells, or curios. Authentic, not a reproduction.
Condition
Good, age-appropriate wear with darkening, ink/handling marks, and shop use. Both front corners chipped; one divider section taped; pencil writing on the back edge. Dividers present and stable; cast-iron handle secure. Displays well.
Dimensions
1.75" H x 32.25" W x 17.5" D
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