Snapfil Fountain Pen Counter Display Case

March 12, 2016

I have had my eye on this display case for a few weeks. Bit the bullet and bought it last weekend. I added the lower shelf and the green felt fabric. The case has been restored and I do believe that it may have had mirrors on the back 2 doors. What do you think ... was there probably a mirror on each door or not?

The name plate on the back top says "Made by Specialty Display Case Co. Kendallville, Indiana"

Gives me a great place to display my Sioux City collection (from left to right): Houston Fountain Pen with a Houston 3 nib, Snapfil fountain pen with a Houston 2 nib, Jiffy pen with a Jiffy 2 nib and a Snapfil pen with a missing nib. Now, I just need more Sioux City pens (and even a Kaligraph pencil or 3) since I do live in ... Sioux City, Iowa.

March 12, 2016

That's great!! Is there evidence of mirrors mounted to the doors?

What years do you think that was used?

March 12, 2016

No evidence of mirrors but in researching I did see a similar case with mirrors on the doors. Personally, I like the wood instead of mirrors.

I believe this case would be from the early to middle 1920's since this is when they would have been manufactured.

March 12, 2016

if you like the wood doors then i wouldn't worry about mirrors and leave it be. i also like it with out the mirrors.

March 13, 2016

Don't wreck the fantastic look you have as it stands. Mirrors no way!

Greg

March 13, 2016

Between this and other things I've seen posted here, I might have to start frequenting antique stores.

March 13, 2016

I'll have to snap a photo of my Snapfil countertop display case -- think you'll like it!

March 13, 2016

Yes, David! I definitely would like to see it!!

Edited March 13, 2016 by RogerRamjet

March 14, 2016

Just a phone snapshot. No trays, I'm afraid. Would take three, I think.

Edited March 14, 2016 by Vintagepens

April 18, 2016

_{David, LOVE the case!! Should you ever think of parting ways with it, I would be interested in it.}

April 19, 2016

I'll keep you in mind for it. Will you be at the Chicago show this year?

May 8, 2016

David, Sorry for the late response but have been "offline" for a couple of weeks. I was not able to go to Chicago this year but maybe another. I would have loved to be there to hunt for some more Houston/Snapfil/Jiffy pens from Sioux City! I hope you had a good time.