Inquired over on the S & W forum so I thought I would seek opinions here as well. Own several boxes for various Colt And Smith guns. Is it favorable or ill-advised to adhere loose portions of the box (corners, any other areas ) with adhesive of some type? If so, what are the preferred products/methods to use? Thanks!

I was told from every antique dealer to leave it as is.

Gary Lowe ("glowe" here) is a master when it comes to the repair/restoration/preservation of boxes. I'll suggest his opinions on any and everything having to do with boxes is the best we have available-----and based upon the work he's done for me, quite possibly the best to be had anywhere.

Ralph Tremaine

Mr. Oldbird, please dont use any tape or glue on your boxes!

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Mike 2796
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I have repaired a couple of boxes by using a very small amount of carpenters glue applied directly to the edges with a Q-tip or a tooth pick. A moistened Q-tip will remove any excess before it dries. Clamping by hand or "Mc Giver" for a short time until it bonds