Oak slat trunks are exquisite in design and often strong in the detail work that has gone into them. For this reason oak slat trunks are some of the most sought after types of trunks by trunk collectors.

Unlike other types of trunks oak slat trunks were distinguished by the vertical slats that were fitted to the outside giving it its name.

It is worth looking around for oak slat trunks and when they come up for sale move in quick to buy them. They are relatively rare items, particularly those in good condition.

Oak slat trunks were made in a variety of construction styles from dome-top to bevelled-top and flat-top.The detail in the grain of wood, different colors of the slats used and the hardware to finish off the trunk all combine to make this kind of trunk a prize to add to the collection.

The manufacturer that is often attributed as being the makers of the finest oak slat trunks was The Excelsior Company, although other trunk making companies who also produced fine examples include Martin Maier Company, Clinton Wall Trunk Manufactory and El Paso Slat Trunk Company.

Oak slat trunks are part of a large range of Trunks and Chests available here.