January 17, 2010, 17:50
John C. AmosJessen & Rosberg watchmakers bench
I just recently purchased this oak rolltop watchmakers bench. The label on the front reads Jessen & Rosberg, Chicago. Are these rolltop benches commonly seen? Thanks, Chris
January 17, 2010, 22:31
Roger J. NolfeBeautiful bench! The rolltops are much less common and yours looks great.
Roger
January 19, 2010, 11:12
John C. AmosThanks Roger, I thought it was a great find for $540.00.
January 19, 2010, 12:12
Edward L. Parsons, Jr.John,
I have a similar bench in black walnut, without the rolltop (see picture), that cost me $600, so I'd say you got a good buy. As Roger pointed out, the rolltops are much less common.
This walnut bench (circa 1920) cost me $600.January 19, 2010, 12:38
Brian C.John,
I have one like yours, but mine has knobs for drawer pulls. Great bench.