Gerstner x Best Made 41D Founder’s Edition Returns
Some collaborations come and go. Others return because they were never meant to be temporary. For Peter Buchanan-Smith, founder of Best Made Company, the connection to Gerstner started long before any
The Wooden Toolbox Mother’s Day Gift Guide: Timeless Wooden Keepsakes, Jewelry Storage & Artisan Gifts
Finding the right gift for a woman who values beauty, function, and meaning isn’t about trends; it’s about pieces that live with her. These are items she reaches for every day, objects that quietly elevate her routines, her
The Enduring Value of a Wood Toolbox
Why Craftsmanship Still Matters in a Disposable World Search for a wood toolbox or wood tool chest today and you will find a crowded field of imported boxes, mass produced alternatives, and short-term solutions. What you will not find
Name our Newest Chest Contest
Help Us Write the Next Chapter in Gerstner History For more than a century, craftsmen and collectors have trusted Gerstner to protect what matters most. Now, we’re inviting you to become part of that story. We’ve
Honoring National World Wood Day
National World Wood Day: Sustainable Craftsmanship Behind Every Gerstner Wood Tool Chest National World Wood Day is a time to appreciate the natural beauty, versatility, and responsibility that comes with working with wood. At Gerstner,
Celebrating Presidents' Day: A Dayton Legacy of Craftsmanship and Celebrity
On Presidents' Day, we honor the leaders who have shaped our nation's history. We reflect on their contributions and the symbols that represent American excellence. This year, we remember a unique moment where local pride, skilled woodworking, and presidential appreciation
Founders Day 2026
Celebrating Harry Gerstner’s Birthday Each year we honor Gerstner Founder’s Day by celebrating the February 1884 birth of Harry Gerstner, the craftsman whose vision and determination would shape one of America’s most respected woodworking brands. Born in Dayton, Ohio
Why Serious Collectors Choose Heirloom Storage
Collectors do not think about storage the way casual owners do. After years of curating a collection, watches, knives, tools, mechanical objects, the question shifts. It is no longer about what will hold the pieces. It becomes
How Sending Heirloom Gifts Has Changed Since 1906
A 120-Year Reflection on Craft, Care, and Connection By: Gerstner 12/16/25 A history of heirloom gifting dating back to 1906, the year Gerstner was founded, when sending a gift was never an afterthought. Gift giving required planning. Intention. Trust. And most of
A Shared Milestone America at 250 and Gerstner at 120
Honoring Independence, Ingenuity, and American Craftsmanship In 2026, the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, marking two and a half centuries since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. That same year, H. Gerstner and Sons celebrates 120 years