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1940s-‘50s unused, as-new 50 page Guest Log, $35
“The vintage Three Mountaineers wooden guest log is a collectible rustic stationery item produced by Three Mountaineers, Inc. of Asheville, North Carolina. Known for their “primitive” or “wormwood” aesthetic, these books were popular from the late 1930s through the mid-20th century.
Key Features
* Materials: Typically features heavy solid wood covers (often pine or walnut tones) bound with leather thongs or strings.
* Aesthetic: Many versions utilize a “wormholed” or distressed finish to create an aged, rustic appearance.
* Designs: Common cover motifs include hand-painted or stamped illustrations such as donkeys, cacti, or nature scenes.
* Interior: Standard logs often contain approximately 30 to 50 pages for signatures and comments.
Market Value & Availability
These items are frequently found on vintage marketplaces like eBay and Etsy.
* Price Range: Generally ranges from $20 to $50, depending on condition and whether the original pages are intact.
* Condition Note: It is common to find these with the original pages removed or used; however, the leather-tied binding makes it easy to insert new paper for modern use at weddings or cabins.
Company Background
Founded in 1933, Three Mountaineers, Inc.originally sold handmade crafts before transitioning to full-scale wood manufacturing in 1940. While they are most famous for their “Friends”-style wall spice racks, their wooden-bound books—including guest logs, “Here’s How” cocktail books, and scrapbooks—are highly sought after by collectors of mid-century Americana.”
Thanks, BBQ.
“The vintage Three Mountaineers wooden guest log is a collectible rustic stationery item produced by Three Mountaineers, Inc. of Asheville, North Carolina. Known for their “primitive” or “wormwood” aesthetic, these books were popular from the late 1930s through the mid-20th century.
Key Features
* Materials: Typically features heavy solid wood covers (often pine or walnut tones) bound with leather thongs or strings.
* Aesthetic: Many versions utilize a “wormholed” or distressed finish to create an aged, rustic appearance.
* Designs: Common cover motifs include hand-painted or stamped illustrations such as donkeys, cacti, or nature scenes.
* Interior: Standard logs often contain approximately 30 to 50 pages for signatures and comments.
Market Value & Availability
These items are frequently found on vintage marketplaces like eBay and Etsy.
* Price Range: Generally ranges from $20 to $50, depending on condition and whether the original pages are intact.
* Condition Note: It is common to find these with the original pages removed or used; however, the leather-tied binding makes it easy to insert new paper for modern use at weddings or cabins.
Company Background
Founded in 1933, Three Mountaineers, Inc.originally sold handmade crafts before transitioning to full-scale wood manufacturing in 1940. While they are most famous for their “Friends”-style wall spice racks, their wooden-bound books—including guest logs, “Here’s How” cocktail books, and scrapbooks—are highly sought after by collectors of mid-century Americana.”
Thanks, BBQ.
