Retro first aid kits... what to do?

[pullnshoot25]

So I have two retro-esque metal first aid kits that I kind of want to restore but don't know how to proceed. Both have surface rust and need a good repainting but I don't know which products to use or where to go for it.

If it helps any, I have access to a sandblasting cabinet and a parkerizing tank (good knowing other friends that are into guns!). Notice the old medical supplies in the second tin, I love the old style packaging.

 

[MedicBender]

I found a bunch of old MASH hospital supplies for sale here http://www.auctionsinternational.com/item.cgi?show_item=0000071635

Not sure if you could use them to suppliment the kits.

 

[mcdonl]

I would leave them as they are, unless you plan to use them. Restoring them will take away their character.

 

[ArcticKat]

If you must...

Here's some paint.

http://www.rustoleum.ca/CBGBrand.asp?bid=1

But I agree with Mcdonl, leave them as they are.

 

[silver]

Restoring them will take away their character.

and most likely the value

 

[pullnshoot25]

Well, they aren't worth that much as it is. They do have significant cool value though and I want to turn one into a vehicle kit.

I also have thoughts about making one into a pistol box as well, hehe.

 

[epipusher]

i want one. i'm jelly

 

[Bosco578]

Looks like the stuff my department supplies........:unsure:

 

[bigbaldguy]

I think I would seal the outside with a clear lacquer of some kind to prevent any further rust but maintain the "vintage" look that they have going on. If you restore them they are just going to look like copies that you can buy at any gun show.