Trunk Restoration Tools

Trunk Restoration Tools
We understand that you might have a sentimental attachment to a trunk you have,
and you might want to restore it. If this is the case, please check out our
Trunk Restoration tool Sets, and other special tools which will help you in this process.

Our Trunk Restoration tool sets are essential in refinishing that special trunk of yours to a new and wonderful look.
After several years of 'Trial and Error' learning, we have found that these tool sets work very well. We also offer
several additional tools which are very helpful and time saving in the restoration of your Antique Trunk.

Click on photo to Enlarge Tool Set # 1 BUY NOW!	Tool Set # 1 The hammer is a double headed type which is useful for any size nail or if you don’t want to be bothered with which side you are on and you can just nail away. (That’s why I like it!) The nail punch is a larger diameter (easier to see) to punch out the nails once the heads are nipped off, and the 'Dolly' has 2 useful edges, and fits into your hand very nicely or between your index and middle finger as I like to hold this one. A good set of Nippers is essential for any trunk restoration. To remove the nails that have been turned into the wood, you must pry them gently loose with either a nail head pry or a screw driver, then nip the heads off and punch them back through the wood. Otherwise, you break and tear the wood up, and like my first trunk so long ago, you spend hours and even days repairing, gluing, and filling holes, splits, and cracks in the wood which can be avoided. These are included in the tool sets above. Another essential is a good scraper. I have used various widths of scrappers and I always go back to this size, it always works for me and is easy to get into all the tight spaces and doesn’t snag as much on the rough wood. Most trunks are lined with paper, and usually the paper comes off easily with a solution of soapy hot water, and a considerable amount of elbow grease. This will make your work easier, and is a necessary tool. Unfortunately, sometimes some HORRIBLE material has been glued to the trunk so it will withstand anything short of Natural Disaster, and possibly even that. These require stripper, and again a good scraper, without one of these, it will be nearly impossible to clean your trunk. $39.95 * FREE SHIPPING * Shipped to the lower 48 United States. All other locations will be at additional shipping costs. email us at LegacyStore@wildblue.net to calculate additional shipping costs

Click on photo to Enlarge Tool Set # 2 BUY NOW!	Tool Set # 2 This set has the hammer that features a single head type and with a wedge edge on the other side, this is very useful for nailing in tight spaces like handle covers. The nail punch is a medium diameter to punch out nails (which again makes it easier to see) once the heads are nipped off, and the 'Dolly' has 2 useful edges, with a good middle grip which fits in your hand nicely. A good set of Nippers is essential for any trunk restoration. To remove the nails that have been turned into the wood, you must pry them gently loose with either a nail head pry or a screw driver, then nip the heads off and punch them back through the wood. Otherwise, you break and tear the wood up, and like my first trunk so long ago, you spend hours and even days repairing, gluing, and filling holes, splits, and cracks in the wood which can be avoided. These are included in the tool sets above. Another essential is a good scraper. I have used various widths of scrapers and I always go back to this size, it always works for me and is easy to get into all the tight spaces and doesn’t snag as much on the rough wood. Most trunks are lined with paper, and usually the paper comes off easily with a solution of soapy hot water, and a considerable amount of elbow grease. This will make your work easier, and is a necessary tool. Unfortunately, sometimes some HORRIBLE material has been glued to the trunk so it will withstand anything short of Natural Disaster, and possibly even that. These require stripper, and again a good scraper, without one of these, it will be nearly impossible to clean your trunk. $39.95 * FREE SHIPPING * Shipped to the lower 48 United States. All other locations will be at additional shipping costs. email us at LegacyStore@wildblue.net to calculate additional shipping costs

Click on photo to Enlarge Tool Set # 3 BUY NOW!	Tool Set # 3 This set features a hammer with a single head type and a pick type edge on the other side which is useful for tapping out a pattern for nail holes when you are replacing metal. (This can become a large project when you have to pre-drill holes for your nails to replace banding or metal, not a good project to start on unless you have experience) The nail punch is a small diameter (for those of you with good eyes) to use on nails once the heads are nipped off, and the 'Dolly' has 2 useful edges, and is small and easy to maneuver in tight places. A good set of Nippers is essential for any trunk restoration. To remove the nails that have been turned into the wood, you must pry them gently loose with either a nail head pry or a screw driver, then nip the heads off and punch them back through the wood. Otherwise, you break and tear the wood up, and like my first trunk so long ago, you spend hours and even days repairing, gluing, and filling holes, splits, and cracks in the wood which can be avoided. These are included in the tool sets above. Another essential is a good scraper. I have used various widths of scrapers and I always go back to this size, it always works for me and is easy to get into all the tight spaces and doesn’t snag as much on the rough wood. Most trunks are lined with paper, and usually the paper comes off easily with a solution of soapy hot water, and a considerable amount of elbow grease. This will make your work easier, and is a necessary tool. Unfortunately, sometimes some HORRIBLE material has been glued to the trunk so it will withstand anything short of Natural Disaster, and possibly even that. These require stripper, and again a good scraper, without one of these, it will be nearly impossible to clean your trunk. $39.95 * FREE SHIPPING * Shipped to the lower 48 United States. All other locations will be at additional shipping costs. email us at LegacyStore@wildblue.net to calculate additional shipping costs

Click on photo to Enlarge BUY NOW!	Specialized Metal Dolly This 'Dolly' is a Very useful item when straightening metal, and also for general use of turning nails. It can be a little large to get in tight spaces, however I have been known to use the edge and we have found that it is a great all around tool. We include this because it is always better to have a few of these laying around because I am constantly looking for one. $19.95 * FREE SHIPPING * Shipped to the lower 48 United States. All other locations will be at additional shipping costs. email us at LegacyStore@wildblue.net to calculate additional shipping costs

Click on photo to Enlarge BUY NOW!	These Are REQUIRED for Trunk Restoration ! A good set of Nippers is essential for any trunk restoration. To remove the nails that have been turned into the wood, you must pry them gently loose with either a nail head pry or a screw driver, then nip the heads off and punch them back through the wood. Otherwise, you break and tear the wood up, and like my first trunk so long ago, you spend hours and even days repairing, gluing, and filling holes, splits, and cracks in the wood which can be avoided. These are included in the tool sets above. $19.95 * FREE SHIPPING * Shipped to the lower 48 United States. All other locations will be at additional shipping costs. email us at LegacyStore@wildblue.net to calculate additional shipping costs

Click on photo to Enlarge BUY NOW!	This is REQUIRED for Trunk Restoration ! Another essential is a good scraper. I have used various widths of scrapers and I always go back to this size, it always works for me and is easy to get into all the tight spaces and doesn’t snag as much on the rough wood. Most trunks are lined with paper, and usually the paper comes off easily with a solution of soapy hot water, and a considerable amount of elbow grease. This will make your work easier, and is a necessary tool. Unfortunately, sometimes some HORRIBLE material has been glued to the trunk so it will withstand anything short of Natural Disaster, and possibly even that. These require stripper, and again a good scraper, without one of these, it will be nearly impossible to clean your trunk. This is included in the tool sets above. $12.50 * FREE SHIPPING * Shipped to the lower 48 United States. All other locations will be at additional shipping costs. email us at LegacyStore@wildblue.net to calculate additional shipping costs