Thats what I was thinking. Its definitely a better copy than the new ones out there. I was wondering if it might not be an "original copy"...a piece manufactured WAY back when the Chinese started using, and making their own.
The main body is very old/worn looking inside....well used, not like the new ones.....NEW. All the screws, lid spring, hinge hardware appears identical to parts I've see on authenticated pieces.
Its just this darn wood.......walnut is not light orange!
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Michael D. Berk
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