What about these for storage?

[tracker0945]

I have had these sitting out on my balcony for the last few years and just had a thought that they may be OK for spirit storage.
The small one is probably about 1 gall in size and is branded with a hotel name, so most probably was originally sold full of wine.
The larger one was used for the storage of acid at a gold mine but I would imagine with a diligent clean and flush, should be able to be cleaned.
Otherwise, if they are not suitable, I might have to investigate Ebay as I just Googled Taits Masonic Hotel and the only thing that came up was a Hotel built in Broken Hill in 1888. Perhaps it may be worth a $ or 2?
What do you all think?

[HookLine]

Given their age, they may well have lead in the glazing (if they are glazed on the inside).

[rumbaba]

Put em on ebay, tracker. Do a previous listings search and a little bit of research. If they have makers stamps and other identifying hallmarks they are worth a packet.

[Cruiser]

Hey Tracker, looks like you could cut ya gums up pretty bad drinkin' outta that smaller one

Seriously though, I reckon they'd be worth plenty on ebay. Sell 'em and get a wooden keg.

Cruiser.

[bronzdragon]

I'd have to agree. A collector would give a decent amount for them ... depending on what they're worth (no clue.) And then go for the keg!



~r~

[tracker0945]

Thanks for the tips.
Ebay sounds good but first I would have to have it sanctioned by SHMBO and that could be difficult as she has a bit if a liking for them.

[modul8]

Thanks for the tips.
Ebay sounds good but first I would have to have it sanctioned by SHMBO and that could be difficult as she has a bit if a liking for them.

Shouldn't that be SWMBO ?

[tracker0945]

Shouldn't that be SWMBO ?

Could I blame that on a momentary concentration lapse. Anyway, 4 out of 5 aint bad.

[Rudi]

Thanks for the tips.
Ebay sounds good but first I would have to have it sanctioned by SHMBO and that could be difficult as she has a bit if a liking for them.

I find the best time to have sanctions approved is right after" This is great do you have more of this one." I usually start with" I do but I need to...."
Its all about Timing

[bronzdragon]

I find the best time to have sanctions approved is right after..."

Sounds like you're starting trade talks amongst countries.

~r~

[Rudi]

Sounds like you're starting trade talks amongst countries.

~r~

no ,way more important than that

[punkin]

An expression i have kept close through life....


It is easier to seek forgiveness than permission.

[rumbaba]

An expression i have kept close through life....


It is easier to seek forgiveness than permission.

[Uncle Jesse]

It's better to regret something you have done than to regret something you haven't done.