RED TELEPHONE BOX : KIOSK : K6 : PHONE BOX : BOOTH We are www.redtelephonebox.com Start Price GBP 2,225.00 Current Price GBP 2,225.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Friday, August 29, 2008 End Time Monday, September 08, 2008 Location King's Lynn See more about 'RED TELEPHONE BOX : KIOSK : K6 : PHONE BOX : BOOTH' Description New Page 1 Remember When UK - About REMEMBER WHEN UK: Tel: 01553 770677 / 07779 586305 www.redtelephonebox.com AS SEEN ON ITV, BBC & Radio. Period Living magazine 2006, Double page business feature in Traditional Home & Interiors magazine Jan 2007 Double page business feature in Heritage Homes magazine Issue 1 April 2007************************* FULLY RESTORED K6 RED TELEPHONE BOX This delightful old cast iron kiosk has been professionally restored to its former glory.Initially, the kiosks ancillary components (door, hinges, closure mechanism, glazing etc) are removed prior to being sandblasted. Sandblasting removes all traces of paint and rust. The kiosk is then transported back to our workshops, thoroughly checked for any damage, repaired by specialist welders if so required, degreased, and placed in our 'spray booth'.Minor casting inperfections are filled, all external joints are sealed, prior to three generous coats of high build primer being applied by spraygun. After a duration, the kiosk is sanded, rechecked and degreased, before three coats of 'Post Office Red' Two Pack paint are added by spraygun. The kiosks new paint finish is then allowed to harden. 'Gold 'pearl' is applied by hand to the four crowns. Previously removed ancillary components are checked and cleaned before being replaced.New brass hinges screws and leather retaining straps are installed.The kiosk is then reglazed in safety glass. (held in place by silicon sealer for easy replacement) The four glass TELEPHONE transoms are new items. The internal light has been rewired to 240v.The aforementioned telephone box would become available Mid/late October 2008. Photographs depict one of our restored kiosks recently sold via eBay. For more information about our kiosks, please view here To see our kiosk restoration process view here ************************************** *****PLEASE NOTE:** THIS KIOSK WEIGHS APPROX 750 kg / 14.25 CWT (3/4 TON) **IT STANDS EIGHT FOOT FOUR INCHES HIGH, BY THREE FOOT SQUAREIMPORTANT: Please ensure area to receive kiosk has a good solid foundation eg concrete, brickweave, slabbing etc. The area needs to be 100% level, at least 38" square, and easily assessable by van and trailer or 7.5 ton lorry with hiab (crane)UK DELIVERY @ £1.50 per mile. Please allow for toll fees etc plus return journey Minimum transport cost £50. COLLECTION WELCOME.************************************** Please email with any questions, quotes or better pictures etc.********** A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE BRITISH K6 KIOSKDesigned by Sir Giles Gilbert Scott to commemorate the Silver Jubilee of King George V in 1935. The first kiosks were installed in 1936.The kiosks cast iron construction was produced in one of five foundry's in the United Kingdom. Most kiosk doors are made from teakwood, with cast iron glazing frames. Some 60,000 were erected over a thirty year span, numbers have quickly diminished since the 1980's. Kiosks were not always painted red, in areas of particular natural beauty, Dark Battleship Grey was introduced with their glazing bars kept red. The royal 'crown motif' from the Post Office crest was changed to the 'St Edward's' Crown in 1953 with the new monarch (Queen Elizabeth II)Thousands of K6's were smashed in the initial decommissioned year. *****'Kiosks are typical of what makes our England unique, they are part of our heritage'. Over recent years, hundreds have been sent all over the world. Many K6 kiosks owned and operated by BT, are now classed 'GRADE 2' LISTINGS and cannot be removed from site. ADVERTISEMENT FROM REMEMBER WHENAUCTION UPDATE: GENUINE AND ORIGINAL Ex GPO RED TELEPHONE BOXES : K6.******* Wonderful examples of K6 red telephone boxes will soon be up for auction, or set at a 'buy it now' price here on Ebay.Most will be in good 'street' condition. Recent developments have transpired, allowing us at Remember When access to a unique, yet limited supply of original 'street' condition K6 red telephone boxes. These boxes, the bane of British Telecom, yet highly recognised and appreciated by all nations, reflect our historic development in communications and architectural achievements. Designed by Sir Giles Gilbert Scott, the illustrious K6 kiosk, with its distinctive domed roof and geometric sculpture play a vital role in British heritage and culture, and have done so for the past 70 years. We are extremely fortunate and indeed privileged to be able to offer multiple sales of these historic icons for a limited period to opportunists and collectors of British heritage. WE ACCEPT PERSONAL CHEQUES (UK ONLY) PAYPAL, BANK WIRE TRANSFER, BANKERS DRAFT or UK POSTAL ORDERS.THE SMALL PRINT:PAYMENT & TERMSONLY BID/PURCHASE IF YOU ACCEPT THESE TERMSYour bid/purchase is a contract - Place a bid only if you're serious about buying the item. If you are the winning bidder, you will enter into a legally binding contract to purchase the item from the seller. You should contact the seller to resolve any questions before bidding/purchasing.This auction/'buy it now' is for the initial described item only. Item(s) are auctioned/purchased on a 'sold as seen' basis, and hold no warranties or guarantees (unless arranged between the seller and highest bidder/purchaser PRIOR to end of this auction/sale) All electrical items and components are sold untested, they will require a safety check from a qualified electrician prior to installation. The item(s) auctioned/'buy it now' sale remain the property of the seller until paid in full. The seller reserves the right to retain 10% from the initial sale price, if 'through whatever reason' the sale is cancelled and payment has been received. The seller can hold no responsibility for damage or injury sustained as a result from this purchase. Place a Bid!