Bidspirit auction | Hampden Ale 1940s Wood Bottle

Hampden Ale 1940s Wood Bottle Crate SMILD BUT STURDY OUTSTANDING - Brewer/Business Name: Hampden Brewing Co., Willimansett, Massachusetts Manufacturer/Plant: Unknown Date of manufacture: circa 1940s Contents/Type: n/a Dimensions: 18-1/2 w x 10-1/2 h x 12-1/2 d. Comments/description: Printed in two colors on all four sides with the SMILD BUT STURDY tag line in red on each. Wear is pretty typical of a crate of this vintage, with some darkening of the wood and wear at the corners/edges. No signs of mistreatment or missing slats or cracks. Knots and wear make the imprint a little harder to read in some places. No dividers on this design. Carried 24 12-ounce bottles. All items are original unless otherwise noted. For questions, feedback, or to sell a similar item contact Dan via email .