This was my prize acquisition from this year’s Brimfield show — a U.S. Army field desk. I have seen a few of these (and some of the larger versions) around on the internet, but never in real life and never at a reasonable price. The markings on the side seem to indicate that this mobile desk — which was most likely used for a clerk — was probably issued for the Korean War and not WWII. All of the drawers are intact and there is a perfect place for your typewriter, pen / pencils, paper and other supplies. All of the wood is original and worn-in nicely. The leather carry handles are even in pretty good shape. This desk is definitely something I have wanted forever and something I will own for a long time to come.
A vintage army field desk situated on a metal shop table.
hello
on Jun 7th, 2010
@ 12:35 PM:
This is the greatest thing I have ever seen on a blog full of great things.
So much in such a simple, strong form. Well done! And thanks for sharing!
Matt
on Jun 7th, 2010
@ 1:31 PM:
That is soooo sick! Great find!
Things Is Cool
on Jun 7th, 2010
@ 1:38 PM:
Not only is it a terrific object, but it’s an artifact with a rich history that can only be imagined.
James
on Jun 7th, 2010
@ 1:39 PM:
Oh my fucking God. This rules.
kenyan
on Jun 7th, 2010
@ 2:07 PM:
That needs the Sundance Catalog Treatment…. ACL/Sundance!
By the way we’re ready when you are…
K
AB
on Jun 7th, 2010
@ 2:24 PM:
nice one
j
on Jun 7th, 2010
@ 2:34 PM:
Do you have measurements of this piece? I’ve been looking to get something similar but have limited space.
Michael Williams
on Jun 7th, 2010
@ 2:38 PM:
H20″ x W20″ x L16″
That stand is not connected and not part of the trunk — FYI.
Chris
on Jun 7th, 2010
@ 2:55 PM:
I have been looking for a flat file cabinet. I wonder if one was made of similar design.
Chris Brown
on Jun 7th, 2010
@ 3:37 PM:
So rad!
Matt
on Jun 7th, 2010
@ 4:12 PM:
I love the simple but so useful design. Once I get a bigger place, I’ll have to hunt one or these down.
Curt
on Jun 7th, 2010
@ 4:25 PM:
What was the price for such a nice find?
Russell Sprouts
on Jun 7th, 2010
@ 4:30 PM:
shitbecool.com
Tintin
on Jun 7th, 2010
@ 5:21 PM:
My father still has the one he used in Vietnam. Special Forces Camp in the Central Highlands (Vinh Than) from ’66-’67. I love the smell of the wood and history in his. Problem is he painted it red. Now I’m fucked on the Antiques Road Show.
MarcoBerlin
on Jun 7th, 2010
@ 6:27 PM:
wow so good!
that thing will rock every room you place it in!
Matt
on Jun 8th, 2010
@ 5:47 PM:
Now that is incredible! Very nice find.
bob corrigan
on Jun 8th, 2010
@ 9:27 PM:
Wow – if you were to buy a period typewriter to fit in to the designated typewriter area, which one would you get?
yhbhs
on Jun 9th, 2010
@ 5:33 PM:
nice score.
james
on Jun 10th, 2010
@ 9:55 AM:
Thanks for posting the measurements.
augustine
on Jun 11th, 2010
@ 2:58 PM:
major
heart charlie
on Jun 15th, 2010
@ 8:52 PM:
This is amazing and I want it :)
Jack
on Jun 22nd, 2010
@ 1:27 AM:
Keep on the lookout for the matching table. Should be relatively easy to find as they made a zillion of ‘em. It’ll totally improve the ergonomics.