Description
This small rectangular metal storage tin carries a bright red lobster on its lift-off lid, drawn in the style of an old-fashioned tinned seafood label. The pink lid reads "Ocean's" in bold blue capitals, with "Lobster" in red under the lobster's long feelers, a pair of white starbursts and a line of small print that finishes the joke. The same pink runs round the sides, where "Ocean's" appears again in blue above "Pot caught tasty lobster, packed fresh", and "Lobster" runs up one end in red. It measures 10cm long, 6.5cm wide and 3.2cm high, so it sits neatly in the palm of a hand.
Inside, there is room about 9cm long, 5cm wide and 2cm deep, which is just right for the small things that otherwise go missing: buttons and safety pins, paper clips and drawing pins, hair grips, earrings or a spare key. We like it on a desk, a dressing table or a bedside table, and it tucks into a drawer, a sewing basket or a handbag without taking up much space. Because it looks like a tin from a grocer's shelf, it brings a bit of seaside cheer to wherever it lands, and it is a fun way to tidy up a corner that has gathered clutter.
The tin is made of metal, with a plain silver-coloured inside and the print on the outside of the lid and the sides. The lid lifts straight off rather than hinging, so it is simple to open and close. To keep the print looking bright, wipe it with a soft dry cloth and keep it away from water. It is light and small enough to wrap easily, and it makes a cheerful little gift on its own or with something tucked inside, such as a few hair clips or a handful of buttons.
Specification
| Brand |
Rex London |
| Material |
Metal |
| Length |
10cm |
| Width |
6.5cm |
| Height |
3.2cm |
| Weight |
0.045KG |
Frequently Asked
How big is the lobster storage tin?
It measures 10cm long, 6.5cm wide and 3.2cm high on the outside, with room inside of about 9cm long, 5cm wide and 2cm deep.
What is the tin made of?
It is a metal tin with a plain silver-coloured inside, and the lobster print sits on the pink lid and runs around the sides.
Does the lid hinge or lift off?
The lid lifts straight off the base and sits back on top when you are done, so the tin is quick to open and close.
What can I keep in a tin this small?
It suits small things such as buttons, pins, paper clips, hair grips and earrings, and it slips easily into a drawer, a sewing basket or a bag.
What colour is the tin?
The outside is pink all over, with a bright red lobster and lettering in blue and red, and the inside is plain silver-coloured metal.
How should I look after it?
Wipe it with a soft dry cloth to keep the print bright, and keep it away from water as you would any printed metal tin.