As a general rule, do not "improve" antiques, as that often leads a significant loss in their appeal and value to would-be collectors.

Brendan992 wrote:

Inside says "By Appointment to His Majesty the King, BENSON & HEDGES, London, New York, and Montreal".
It's a small box with Spanish cedar, I bought for 10 bucks as a project to fix up because it has great potential or just to keep my lighters and cutters in.

Anyone know about theses and should I mess with it?
Thanks

Welmore00 wrote:

Mine says the same thing patent 1919

I want to line it with Spanish cedar. Anyone know a reputable company?

Hillbillyjosh770 wrote: