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Where can I find side rail hardware for a barrister's bookcase?

Sun, 20 Aug 2006 16:21:13 -0600

We bought a five piece sectional antique barrister's bookcase. As with every other barrister bookcase we've seen, the side "rails" are always missing.

An extensive web search for antique hardware has not come up with anything. We ordered brass custom cut, but it's just not the right size.

Can you lead me to a site? I can only find hinges and knobs at most antique hardware sites.

Thank you.

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