A Note on Our Woodworking Finish
At Gerstner, we take pride in the durability and craftsmanship of every piece we make, and our finish is no exception. We get asked about the woodworking finish we use on a regular basis. We use a pre-catalyzed, high-performance synthetic
Talking About All Things Gerstner.
In episode #151 of The Green Suiters podcast, Kim Brown, the great-granddaughter of Gerstner's founder, took center stage to share the remarkable history of her family business with hosts Ronnie Fulton, Brian
Celebrating Craftsmanship
The Legacy of Harry Gerstner and the Makers Ultimate Challenge In the heart of every maker lies a spirit of innovation and a passion for craftsmanship. This sentiment resonates deeply with Gerstner, a company whose origins trace back to its founder,
Returning to the Workbench
...and bring Your Gerstner Tool Chest. In an era where technology often overshadows the tangible, the Makers Movement is reviving the art of hands-on creation, inspiring a new generation of engineers and entrepreneurs. This grassroots community of artisans, inventors, and DIY
Craftsmanship Lives - Spence Gunsmithing
I met Ryan of Spence Gunsmithing while working on a project for USA gunsmithing schools. He responded immediately and offered to visit our showroom and educate me on the tools and
Too Pretty for the Shopfloor?
For over a century, H. Gerstner & Sons has heard the phrase, "Too Pretty for the Shopfloor." But those who own a Gerstner chest know our reputation for quality and craftsmanship is no accident. Our legacy is built on creating
Jeff Dunham puts Gerstner to the test.
This much enjoyed side-by-side comparison of Gerstner USA, International and a major retailer’s ‘inspired’ version, carried out by a familiar face. They say imitation is the highest form of flattery, but there’s a better reason we don’t take offense when other
Tool Storage and Organization
Your best tools shouldn’t weigh you down. The tool chests we make for workshops around the USA come from our own historic factory, a workshop usually teeming with activity. Tool storage and organization keeps us at the top of our game.
The History of H. Gerstner & Sons, Inc.
The History of an American Legend The Gerstner Tool Chest company history began in 1884 with the birth of Harry Gerstner. Some other very notable and interesting events were taking place around the country at this time: the Statue of Liberty