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Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Alan; Union City, TN (adsl-80-173-198.bhm.bellsouth.net )
Friday, 16 July 2004, at 4:44 p.m.

I have been trying to locate a company named:
THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY in Chicago.
30-40 year ago they made coin banks that were
given away at financial institutions.

I have one from the American State Bank of Milwaukee and I am trying to locate a key.

I you have any idea on who to contact or even if the company may still be in business please contact me a abugg@bellsouth.net

Thank you in advance for your time and consideration.

Alan

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Burt Anderson (ip68-109-126-77.ri.ri.cox.net)
Friday, 16 July 2004, at 4:45 p.m.

Hello Alan,
While using Google looking for Automatic Recording Safe Company, I came up with your request for info on the key for your bank. I am also looking for the same. I just spent the last hour trying to pick the lock with a paper clip bent into a hook but it wasn't stiff enough to open it but I found it started to open. Have you had any more luck? 7-16-04.
Burt Anderson

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Linda (cache-rk05.proxy.aol.com)
Tuesday, 17 August 2004, at 10:51 p.m.

Hi to both of you,

If you think you have problems, I am sitting here at 1:30AM doing the same thing. Trying to get my bank from "Union Dime Savings Bank in New York City" open. I found your requests looking up the same, Automatic Recording Safe Co. My bank is in a box with a marron cover and red bottom. THERE IS A KEY. A little flat silver key with only on piece on the end that gets inserted. It doesn't seem to fit right, it appears that the key should have two piesces on the end with a space in the middle to fit properly. The key does turn it when inserted into one side of the lock. But nothing is happening. It appears that only the bottom of the bank will open when and if I get this key to work. I will keep trying and I will let you know what happens. If it works, maybe I could send you both a picture of the key. You can email me so I have your address to keep you up to date. My email is LindaNY999@aol.com. Please write in the subject, The Branch Bank, so I will open and read your mail. Otherwise you will get spammed. Good Luck, Linda

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Rich (dialup-4.177.12.115.Dial1.SanDiego1.Level3.net)
Thursday, 19 August 2004, at 8:44 p.m.

I have picked the locks of three of these now, with the heavy duty paper clips, once inside I made some measurements and have made a makeshift key with a Dremel and have some measurements, but they are far from great keys--I have used large fender washers, and canadian dimes (tougher than US equivalent), but would like a source to punch out a few of these. If you have a source, and can get me one too let me know and I'll send what I have--everyone I see has no key--probabnly thousand of them out there--all use the same key so far.

Meanwhile, in a pinch, use one of the chrome "handles" off those "binder clips" used to hold together stacks of paper (the smaller sizes work best), and hold it (gently) with vise grips--the key only rotates 1/4 turn and only goes one way. If it has not been opened in a few years, find 2 very thin keys, and put then through the bottom slot in the quarters and halves spots and pry (gently) up on the outer case and down on the base (it is easier with two people)--

I hope there is treasure in yours, I have only found a few coins in them, but everything was pre WWII--good luck-- if you find a real key let me know.

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
bob (68.188.175.188.bay.mi.chartermi.net)
Monday, 15 November 2004, at 9:40 a.m.

I just acquired a bank from the automatic recording safe co. Last year of patent is 9/29/13. It has the key and locking mechanism is in excellent condition. On top it says First state bank of Detroit. Any info on this item would be gratly appreciated.

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
RJ (ool-44c1d5ca.dyn.optonline.net)
Thursday, 18 November 2004, at 8:52 p.m.

I'm a descendent of the founder/inventor of The Automatic Recording Safe Co. I doing some quick searching on google right now for information on the company. I am interested in putting together a resource for collectors of the banks in the future. If anyone want to be notified when I get something together just e-mail me.

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
RJ (ool-44c1d5ca.dyn.optonline.net)
Thursday, 18 November 2004, at 9:14 p.m.

My E-mail is alexrjt3 at yahoo.com

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
L J Fox (pool-68-162-131-19.pitt.east.verizon.net)
Saturday, 20 November 2004, at 6:46 p.m.

Just found one of these safes in the basement rafters and not finding much info on the company or the safe. If these are collectors items, any idea of their worth?

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Ron Ross (ip68-102-127-115.ks.ok.cox.net)
Saturday, 27 November 2004, at 5:34 p.m.

Just found and bought a (The Automatic Recording Safe Co.) With Planters State Bank Salina Ks
Complete with the key Great bank but not much info out there about them, You say pre wwII coins found in the one you have. Im guessing the age of mine in the late 30 to early 40s due to the shape of Key. Like more Info

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Gloria T Wade (ca15-ch01-bl07.fl-miami0.sa.earthlink.net)
Monday, 29 November 2004, at 12:53 p.m.

I have 3 Automatic Recording banks - new in box - came from my mother circa 1920s. My husband took bank to locksmith; he made a key for $10.
any info you can give me on this company would be very much appreciated.

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Gloria T Wade (ca15-ch01-bl07.fl-miami0.sa.earthlink.net)
Monday, 29 November 2004, at 12:56 p.m.

My husband took my Automatic Recording bank to the local locksmith, he made a key, charged $10.

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Bill Pace (adsl-209-233-135-30.dsl.lsan03.pacbell.net)
Sunday, 5 December 2004, at 4:41 p.m.

I am in the same boat, or, I should say - bank. I have a Dime Savings Bank with a serial number and would like to find a key to open it. Did anyone find anything that will work, or a contact for purchasing a key?

Thank you.

Bill
Billp@Longbowfilms.com

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Bill (adsl-209-233-135-30.dsl.lsan03.pacbell.net)
Sunday, 5 December 2004, at 4:46 p.m.

Greetings. Did you ever come up with a source on where to get keys to open these banks? I have one from the Dime Savings Bank in Detroit, with a serial number.

If you can help, please let me know.
Thank you.

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
rob (cache-dtc-ac02.proxy.aol.com)
Saturday, 11 December 2004, at 6:53 a.m.

I have aquired a bank the traveling teller 1930,s I think it is in great shape but has no key. Marked guaranty savings building and loan ass. birmingham alabama #146 Is it worth anything thanks rob.

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Keith Unangst (65-78-101-150.c3-0.drf-ubr2.atw-drf.pa.cable.rcn.com)
Wednesday, 12 January 2005, at 6:58 a.m.

RJ
Just curious if you found out any info on The Automatic Recording Safe Co. Any info as to obtaining a key would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
Keith

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automatic recording safe
karen (pool-141-149-235-107.syr.east.verizon.net)
Monday, 7 February 2005, at 11:45 a.m.

i have one of these banks and i am trying to find more info and also the value, please help if you can.

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
JON PAWLUK (d181.as13.nwbl0.wi.core.com)
Saturday, 5 March 2005, at 1:20 p.m.

I'm looking for a key also. My bank is from the Bay View Commercial & Savings Bank of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. # 5416. The patent date is Sept. 23, 1913. I would appreciate it if someone could sent me or post a picture of the key, then I'd know what to look for in all the junk drawers and boxes of junk in my mothers old house. Thank You.

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
C. Ben Jones (dialup-4.231.197.6.Dial1.Miami1.Level3.net)
Thursday, 31 March 2005, at 8:27 a.m.

I have 3 banks that I and my 2 brothers recieved from Dade Federal Savings in Miami, Florida. And of course no keys. Can't figure out how to pick it. I would like to be contacted if anyone finds out the answer to who to contact about these banks. The ones I have do pennies thru quarters. It even has a slot for paper currency. The patent is pending and there is no date on it but it must have been around 1953 when we got them.

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Lynn Stanley (c-67-177-227-63.hsd1.co.comcast.net)
Monday, 4 April 2005, at 9:32 a.m.

Hi
Just wondering if you ever came up with a key for your coin bank? I am still looking and if you have found one could you email a picture and sizes.
Thanks very much.
Lynn

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Lynn Stanley (c-67-177-227-63.hsd1.co.comcast.net)
Monday, 4 April 2005, at 9:34 a.m.

Hi
Just wondering if you ever came up with a key for your coin bank? I am still looking and if you have found one could you email a picture and sizes.
Thanks very much.
Lynn

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
JON PAWLUK (d177.as3.nwbl0.wi.core.com)
Monday, 4 April 2005, at 6:25 p.m.

No, I never found a key. I'm still looking. If I could get a picture of one, it would help a lot to know what I'm looking for. Jon.

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Lynn Stanley (c-67-177-227-63.hsd1.co.comcast.net)
Monday, 4 April 2005, at 6:31 p.m.

If you ever find one please let me know and I will also let you know if I find one.
thanks

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
barry (229.adsl.snet.net)
Saturday, 30 April 2005, at 6:34 a.m.

I have one of these banks in excellent condition with an original key -it works - its from the Union Square savings Bank 20 union square New York. I came across it at my cousins house after her passed away. Its last patent date is Sept 23, 1913.
Anyone know tha value of these.
thanks

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
barry (229.adsl.snet.net)
Saturday, 30 April 2005, at 8:15 a.m.

I have key - I could try and trace it on paper and fax it ?
Let me know.
Barry

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Lynn Stanley (c-67-177-227-63.hsd1.co.comcast.net)
Saturday, 30 April 2005, at 12:29 p.m.

Thank you so much.
If you would email me at scotlandoban@comcast.net
I can send you my Fax number.
Lynn

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
jo (adsl-67-120-104-215.dsl.snfc21.pacbell.net)
Sunday, 8 May 2005, at 12:03 p.m.

How much do you think these little banks are worth? I have one with the same patent date as your key. Looking for some info.
thanks
Jo

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Chris (cpe-66-67-15-15.rochester.res.rr.com)
Saturday, 11 June 2005, at 2:39 p.m.

Could anyone with a key take a picture of it or scan it so that I could see the shape of it to see if I can get a key made, possibly with a ruler next to it to get the scaling down? It would be much appreciated. Please e-mail it to ChrisGerlach22@hotmail.com .

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
david (152.130.8.6)
Friday, 22 July 2005, at 9:07 a.m.

i have one too. i had 3 but sold 2 for $60. no keys for them but i kept the only key. mine says commerce union bank nashville,tenn. on the bottom it says patent pending. now i was born 1958 so these are from around then. if anyone wants a trace of a key i can trace my key and faxx it.
david
feelnfit#yahoo.com

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
meghan (68.163.54.200)
Wednesday, 31 August 2005, at 7:46 a.m.

Hi I have one with a key from Beneficial Savings Bank in Philadelphia, PA. I do have a key if anyone wants me to trace it and mail it.

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
anjanette (70.176.201.65)
Tuesday, 6 December 2005, at 2:55 p.m.

I just picked up a auto. recording safe with no key if someone could trace or scan and send to me would be great! by the way anyone know what they are worth? mine has patent how do I tell the year???
anj4desertheights@hotmail.com

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
michael (64.12.116.131)
Saturday, 10 December 2005, at 5:43 a.m.

Can you please email me a drawing of the key--i would like to fashion one to open a similar bank
or fax it to: seven one eight - four two one - 9974---thanks, michael

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Alan (64.12.116.133)
Thursday, 12 January 2006, at 2:58 p.m.

Hi Barry, I just got one of those banks from my mom. She says it's at least 65 yrs. old and no key. Maybe you can trace it and I could have one of my tool guys duplicate it. I would appreciate it. Thank you, Alan

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Myrna (68.198.99.247)
Monday, 16 January 2006, at 12:05 p.m.

Just thought I'd jump in here to mention that I have one of these banks from the Rochester Loan & Banking Co. in Rochester, NH (no key, either). Mine lists two patent numbers, without dates, and says "other patents pending." Since it doesn't have a year listed, I can't tell how old it is. However...it has a slot for $5 gold pieces, so it's got to be an old timer. Anyone else have one with a gold piece slot?

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
John (70.59.210.112)
Saturday, 21 January 2006, at 7:38 p.m.

I have one of these banks also.It was my father's from maybe the 1930's. He told me that when the bank closed in the depression they lost their savings. The bank says First National Bank of Englewood Chicago #6526. When I was a kid he made a key for it from memory with a hack saw and file. The key has a double blade bit not like the one drawn here. The bank is oval not round like one I saw on ebay. I looked up the patent number on the U.S. patent website. It said it was designed for kids to save money and the bank might hold the key to open it at time of deposit. Maybe that's why there are so few keys out there.

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Conni Migliaccio (24.9.7.237)
Thursday, 26 January 2006, at 9:39 a.m.

I have one of these banks with the key. The bank looks like a book and is stamped on the front "How to Build a Fortune in Ten Years - Your own-not Another's" "Investors Syndicate Minneapolis, USA". It is a patent pending model. Any idea on value for this item? Thanks, any help would be appreciated!

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Lindsey (131.118.59.161)
Monday, 30 January 2006, at 5:30 p.m.

I have recently recieved one of these banks from the Central Savings Bank of Baltimore, Maryland. I also have no key, but with a little luck was able to open it without one (but I also believe the lock no longer locks correctly). In my research I have found a website that shows a decent picture of a key next to an oval bank of this type. If anyone is interested drop me an email and I can send you the link.

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
John Lakner (71.213.53.155)
Tuesday, 21 February 2006, at 5:29 p.m.

Hi: I have a Bank of St. george #331 automatic recording safe company safe. If you could send a trace of the key I would be very happy.

Regards John

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Cynthia P. (71.116.139.39)
Monday, 26 June 2006, at 1:16 p.m.

I have a bank that was my mother's when she was a girl. It could actually have belonged to my aunt and then passed to my mother. It is from The Bank of Tehachapi in California and say patent pending on the bottom. My mother was born in 1919 and her sister was born around 1913. This bank is a silver metal and rectangular in shape. I believe that I have a key somewhere in the house---still on that quest. It would be interesting to see what they are worth although the sentimental value means more to me.
Any information would be great.

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Lynn S. (207.69.137.36)
Thursday, 6 July 2006, at 6:42 p.m.

Please, send the link that you mentioned so I can get a picture of the key to this dang bank. I think that one of the posts was right in saying that the issuing bank kept the key and that is why there are so many without keys.

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Michelle (12.75.18.192)
Tuesday, 25 July 2006, at 11:10 a.m.

If you still have the address to that web site, I would like it. I also have an oval bank without a key from the Federal Commercial and Savings Bank in Port Huron, MI.

Thanks!

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Bill Cooper (64.8.32.65)
Monday, 7 August 2006, at 11:42 a.m.

Hello

I work for a bank that purchased The Farmers and Miners Trust Company in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. They had issued the oval coin bank with the last patent date of Sept 23, 1913.

I have hade several people ask if we have keys-we don't. I have an elderly gentelmam with a bank now looking for a key. Saw your posting. If you could either e-mail a picture or tracing of the key or fax it to me at 814-NINE-THREE-EIGHT-1111- I will pass it on to him

Thank you

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Duane (4.189.46.182)
Tuesday, 15 August 2006, at 8:51 p.m.

I have an oval safe as you described. No Key! Does the double blade key resemble the single key pictured in this forum except a double side?

My safe is from when I was a kid. Had it in the late 40's.

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Jim Archer (72.75.129.12)
Tuesday, 19 September 2006, at 6:51 a.m.

I have one of these banks from the Chase Savings and Loan Association , 602 W. Girard Avenue. Must have gotten it before 1957. I would be greatful for a sketch of the key. I was able to open it with a paper clip, but am unable to relock it. Thanks. Jim Archer

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
patti (152.163.100.133)
Sunday, 24 September 2006, at 6:00 a.m.

I have this bank in the form of a suitcase and mickey mouse is on the front and travel stickers on the back approx. 4 " long. Pat pending on bottom. Mint condition but No key. Does anyone know anything about this? I would love to obtain a key. Thanks

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Gary (64.199.239.190)
Friday, 29 September 2006, at 6:43 p.m.

Barry,
Could you send me any info on the automatic recording bank key that you have, It would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Gary D.

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Carl; Columbia, MD (127.0.0.1)
Sunday, 6 May 2007, at 9:18 p.m.

Hello, 5/6/07

I have one of the banks that are being discussed here AND I have the key that came with it. It still works like a charm. You may need to put a hook inside the bottom hole and pull down gently when the key is rotated fully in the counter-clockwise position. That's what I had to do the first time... probably hadn't been opened in many years.

My key is very different from the one that someone drew / posted here. The part that goes down in the lock is about 7/8" long, it is 11/32" wide, 1/16" thick, has a cut out in and down the center from the tip about 5/16", and has three symmetrical notches cut out on each side.

For pictures, please e-mail me at cgc_here AT yahoo.com. Not sure how to post to this site: they want a URL (link) for the pictures? I'd like to post them on this site, but don't know how / where to upload...

The bank that I have is:

The Traveling Teller
Last patent listed: September 23, 1913
The Automatic Recording Safe Co.
Chicago USA

Texarkana Federal Savings & Loan Association
Texarkana, Texas

Hope this info is useful,

Carl

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
bob (67.96.1.93)
Monday, 21 May 2007, at 2:22 p.m.

Carl: I have one of those "travelling teller" banks also. I had it as a boy and used it a lot. At one time, I had a key made, but have since lost it. I would like to give this to my son but would like a key made for it. The local locksmith couldn't help me.

My version is apparently the same as yours: double sided with the split down the middle. It is #1694, issued to the Manistee County Savings Bank in Manistee, MI. The last patent was issued Sept 23, 1913.

If you could send me a copy of the key, I think I can get one made or make it myself. thanks very much.

bob; mason, OH

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Re: Info Needed: The Automatic Recording Safe Company
Larry (207.200.116.200)
Sunday, 3 June 2007, at 4:46 a.m.

I have one of your safes it came from Farmers and Merchants Savings Bank in Oakland, Ca. (on 13th and franklin), which does not exist any more. I would love more info on the history and value of the safe. Thank you very much.

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Carl (69.255.120.78)
Wednesday, 13 June 2007, at 9:15 p.m.

Bob, 6/13/07

I'll be happy to provide you with pictures of the key. E-mail me at cgc_here AT yahoo.com.

Someone else (Greg) e-mailed me today and I e-mailed him the pictures.

Good luck,

Carl

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Greg; Stockton, CA (67.181.43.89)
Wednesday, 13 June 2007, at 9:31 p.m.

I just found my grandmother's automatic recording safe with the name Stockton Savings and Loan on it. It was full of coin's until I successfully made a key from a picture I received. I received the picture from a very nice seller on ebay who was selling a similar safe with the key. The bank was full of penny's, nickels and dimes with the earliest dating back to 1917!

I have the picture if anyone wants it, took me about an hour to make the key from an old caterpillar forklift key.

Greg

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Cindy (68.17.179.122)
Saturday, 16 June 2007, at 6:20 p.m.

Not only do I have the bank, but I have the original box and the key, which does have two pieces on the end to open. We purchased ours at an estate sale, it was in a box with alot of other items purchased for $1.00. Yes that's right one dollar. Ours was made for Protective Life insurance Company and is in mint condition. I hope you find a key for yours, they are really quite unique.

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DON R (24.164.75.238)
Sunday, 24 June 2007, at 9:54 p.m.

I purchased one of these recording banks Saturday,
June 23rd, at an estate sale. Of course, no key.
My bank is from Hamilton National Bank, Chattanooga,
Tenn. If you could email me a picture of the
key, perhaps I could fashion one. Thank you for
your help.

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
DON R. (24.164.75.238)
Sunday, 24 June 2007, at 10:13 p.m.

Thanks to you for the drawing of the key. I am
anxious to see if I can fabricate one that will
work in my bank. Thanks again. Don

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Unclebear (24.46.84.205)
Monday, 6 August 2007, at 5:22 p.m.

hello to all. i have a key as well as a oval bank.not sure how to add a link to a picture of it. if you would like i will be happy to send you a link to photobucket.com where i will be putting the scanned picture of the key.just e-mail me at unclebear2all At yahoo.com please use the subjectkeys or be spammed.

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Karen (64.12.116.131)
Wednesday, 12 September 2007, at 9:56 p.m.

I have a Burlington Savings Bank on top of my safe. No key The last Patented on Sept. 23, 1913 First Patented April 26, 1904 It is called The Wealthometer.

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Donna (72.10.210.162)
Monday, 1 October 2007, at 1:07 p.m.

I have one of the banks you are referring to. It's from a bank in Rochester, NH. I have a key but am unable to unlock the bank with the key. Could you give me more info on these banks?

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Donna (72.10.210.162)
Monday, 1 October 2007, at 1:21 p.m.

I have a gold slot on my oval bank from the Automatic Recording Safe company. It's from Rochester Loan and Savings Bank. Rochester, NH. I have a key if you need a picutre of it I can send you a copy. email me at dgoodbread@yahoo.com

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Mary (71.214.115.226)
Friday, 12 October 2007, at 11:46 a.m.

Hi - was wondering if you still had the link to the website with the picture of key for one of these banks. I had bank - but no key. Thanks so much !!

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Diane Sjodahl (68.112.241.124)
Thursday, 18 October 2007, at 11:57 a.m.

Another bank has surfaced!! This one from the Easthampton (MA) Savings Bank. Alas, no key, but thanks for the drawing. A suggestion - the key shown looks very similiar to a key I used to have for a jewelry box. Any more information on the history? This is what we are all curious about.

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
RICH (205.188.116.131)
Friday, 23 November 2007, at 6:53 a.m.

I Have The Traveling Teller From The First National Bank And Trust Company Of Racine Wisconsin, And I Need A Key

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William Oppenheim (76.90.122.186)
Saturday, 24 November 2007, at 12:52 a.m.

I have the same bank form Bangor Savings--did you ever get yours open??

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ray (70.255.210.176)
Friday, 21 December 2007, at 11:17 a.m.

ive had my oval bank & key since the mid 50's but
when i moved 2 years ago the key got lost. need a
key or a picture of one. my key was about 5/16's
wide with a slot up the middle of it and small
notches on the outside edges. it was about 1/16
thick.

thanks

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ray (70.255.210.176)
Friday, 21 December 2007, at 11:21 a.m.

i also have a bank like this from my childhood.
can you send a picture of the key. my key had a slot up the middle of it.

thanks
ray

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ray (70.255.210.176)
Friday, 21 December 2007, at 11:29 a.m.

i have a bank that uses a key that you described
with a slot up the center. please send me a drawing.
thaks
ray

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Kenney (67.86.182.198)
Wednesday, 26 December 2007, at 12:59 p.m.

Hi.. I have 3 or 4 of these banks with no keys. The key cylinder has a small slot on each side of the cylinder. It looks like the key should be forked. Is the key drawn above made for that type of lock on these banks?

Kenney (ShoreToRun@aol.com)

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jeff (71.241.141.222)
Sunday, 13 January 2008, at 6:12 p.m.

mine is from the burlington savings bank burlington,vt
mine also has the twin slots on the top for the key--which i dont have of course.

Mine is called the wealthometer om the bottem, chicago usa

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
John (68.221.22.63)
Tuesday, 15 January 2008, at 5:09 a.m.

Good morning, I have one of the traveling tellers. It is from Albany Savings Bank, in Albany, NY. When it was made, there was a main office at 20 N. Pearl St. and a branch office at 501 Western Ave. This information is printed on the top of the teller as well as an account number that is 487. The teller was made by The Automatic Recording Safe Co., PO Box 561, Millbrae, Calif. It says that the patent is pending. It has a double slot on the top for the key. Has anyone found a key that fits this type? Any idea when these were made? Thanks for your help, John

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Elli (69.118.99.126)
Wednesday, 23 January 2008, at 12:30 p.m.

Hi - I have a small oval bank from them - it comes from Broadway Savings Bank in NY, NY - there are some coins in it and it has a hole on the bottom to put bills into - do you have a picture of the bank you have and the key so I can hopefully copy the key - Thank you

Elli

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Gregg (216.215.188.98)
Monday, 28 January 2008, at 9:16 a.m.

What a sad club to belong to! A bunch of grown adults who own a toy bank with pocket change in it and NO key.

My bank has the slot that would need a twin pronged key to open it. Any drawing or info on how to open that would be greatly appreciated.
Gregg
Atlanta First National Bank owner

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"binder clips" work
Ted (24.8.42.83)
Thursday, 31 January 2008, at 9:08 a.m.

Thanks. The chrome "handle" from the "binder clip" technique works! Took me a couple minutes, got the two catches at top to finally release, and tugged a bit on the coin box due to some friction.

Hope folks can share the key design...it's two-pronged with outward tips.

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"binder clips" work
Ted (24.8.42.83)
Thursday, 31 January 2008, at 9:08 a.m.

Thanks. The chrome "handle" from the "binder clip" technique works! Took me a couple minutes, got the two catches at top to finally release, and tugged a bit on the coin box due to some friction.

Hope folks can share the key design...it's two-pronged with outward tips.

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Re: "binder clips" work
Peter Z (24.90.12.17)
Wednesday, 12 March 2008, at 1:39 p.m.

Hi! It is so nice to find people with the same problem. I have a oval bank from Dry Dock savings. My dad handed it down to me without any key. I have tried the binder clip and I got the cylinder to turn but it still will not open! Any other advice?

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Re: "binder clips" work
Peter Z (24.90.12.17)
Wednesday, 12 March 2008, at 1:39 p.m.

Hi! It is so nice to find people with the same problem. I have a oval bank from Dry Dock savings. My dad handed it down to me without any key. I have tried the binder clip and I got the cylinder to turn but it still will not open! Any other advice?

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
margaret (72.75.194.39)
Monday, 14 April 2008, at 1:41 p.m.

I have a key for one of "the Automatic Recording Safe Co." banks. Did you every get a trace or picture? Are they all suppose to be the same? If you need a trace let me know.
Margaret

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walt (205.188.116.131)
Monday, 14 April 2008, at 5:02 p.m.

did you ever receive a response? Am looking for the same info.
thanks

walt

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walt (205.188.116.131)
Monday, 14 April 2008, at 5:17 p.m.

could you please send me a copy of the key info?

Much appreciated

thank you

walt

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Dan Ryan (24.131.160.184)
Wednesday, 23 April 2008, at 9:16 a.m.

I'm just another who is doing whatever is necessary to find a picture of the key (the one with the slot up the middle). I will make one if I can see one! Can anyone help?
Dan

Thank you!!!

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Don (69.76.44.155)
Tuesday, 29 April 2008, at 10:50 a.m.

I just acquired one of the banks with the key. Do you still need key info?

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Don (69.76.44.155)
Tuesday, 29 April 2008, at 10:58 a.m.

I have a key. What can I do to pass on the info?

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Jim (68.35.32.54)
Friday, 2 May 2008, at 2:16 p.m.

I have an Automatic Safe Co. bank with key. The bank is a longer chrome oval with slots for 1c, 5c, 10c, 25c, 50c and bills. It states Patent Pending on the bottom. It's from First Federal Savings & Loan in Detroit.

The key is different fr0m that pictured below. It has the middle slot and 2 notches on each side. It inserts into the top and a half turn releases the bottom from the top and the bottom slips out.

Jim

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Wayne; Green Bay, Wi. (72.133.58.30)
Tuesday, 13 May 2008, at 2:00 p.m.

I have two of these banks..A locksmith friend of mine made me a key for each of them. They are both the same, but do not look anything like the drawing that is posted.

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Tiny (207.200.116.198)
Tuesday, 8 July 2008, at 1:21 p.m.

I also have the same bank but mine is from Pacific Southwest trust and savings. The number on the top is 27299. I am also looking for a key. Have you had any luck? Mine appears to have a 2 sided key. thanks for any info you can give me. Tiny

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Patricia (76.172.32.29)
Friday, 11 July 2008, at 9:27 p.m.

I have the Traveling Teller, Patented April 26, 1904, July 4, 1905, April 25, 1911, Sept. 9, 1913 and September 23, 1913
The Automatic Recording Safe Co. Chicago, USA
Where can I find more information?
Thank you

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Re: Info Needed: THE NATIONAL and AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
John (75.15.155.104)
Sunday, 3 August 2008, at 7:09 p.m.

I have one from the National Recording Safe Company, Chicago, IL that I recently purchased. I understand National was the predecessor to the American Recording Safe Company. Patent number dates it to 1905. And yep, I need a key to open it up and check out the few coins that are inside.

Any other information on these banks or the keys for these earlier versions would be appreciated.
Thanks, John

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Susan (4.152.222.17)
Wednesday, 27 August 2008, at 5:50 p.m.

Hey, Got one of the "Traveling Teller" banks patent pending and mine takes the two sided key, can you by any chance send me a picture of your key? Got this from my mother, the bank of Virginia on top, lots of sentimental value. Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Susan

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Re: Info Needed: The Automatic Recording Safe Company
Robert (68.45.176.124)
Monday, 1 September 2008, at 7:54 p.m.

I have one which shows on the bottom that the patent pending, does this mean mine is older?? I also dont have a key. It is issued by Quaker City Federal Savings and Loan Association out of Philadelphia. It also has a stamp on the top showing its insured up to $10,000. Anyone familiar with this "Traveling Teller" and anyone have any info about it?? Thanks alot!!!

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The Automatic Teller
Kelly (71.36.97.84)
Sunday, 28 September 2008, at 2:25 p.m.

My dad has two of these little banks, both empty, but both have keys and are in really good condition. They are both circa 1930-ish. He is curious as to their value. Has anyone found any information regarding their value?

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John (99.233.248.234)
Tuesday, 7 October 2008, at 7:00 p.m.

Hello,

Is it a book coin safe/bank? Please let me know, I can try to have a copy made of the key for the one I have. Happy to forward to you if that is sufficient.

John

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Re: The Automatic Teller
joe (208.58.29.98)
Wednesday, 22 October 2008, at 4:24 p.m.

i have had keys made for this bank at a local locksmith, i was fortunate enought to get a key with a bank i bought on ebay.

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Douglas (129.252.236.80)
Thursday, 30 October 2008, at 11:36 a.m.

I know this is long after the fact, but we are trying to get information together about all the manufacturers of book banks. Did this company also make banks for the British market?

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Brett (97.93.216.164)
Monday, 1 December 2008, at 5:29 p.m.

Any luck with finding a key yet?
I also have one I recevied from my 98 year old grand mother.
I'm thinking that they will be extreamly rare to find as only the tellers had the keys.
I'm thinking of fabracating a key?
Let me know if you find a souce on keys!
Cheers, Brett

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
scott (71.162.78.138)
Sunday, 7 December 2008, at 9:19 a.m.

Here's my observation on the "Traveling Teller" bank that uses the split key: the wire from the binder clip trick works perfectly, but be aware that the mechanism is spring loaded, and so the counter-clockwise turn (which is easily felt when you get it) must be held in that position as you pull on a hook inserted in the bottom. The metal of the bottom is REALLY soft, I'm afraid i did no good to the "mint condition" of my bank, as shiny fresh metal is now visible in the edge of the hole in the bottom.

I will say on the positive side, they made some amazingly artistic quarters in 1914!

Thanks immensely to the genius who figgered out the binder clip trick!!

scott

Bank with binder clip

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Robert (96.233.229.89)
Friday, 20 February 2009, at 5:25 a.m.

I have a bank "The Travelling Teller" from "The Automatic Recording Safe Co", patent pending. I inherited it from my mother. It uses a split key, but I do not have one. Could you please send a picture with dimensions? I have started carving on a piece of metal, but do not know where to cut the notches.

Thank you,

Robert

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Chuck H. (24.147.216.78)
Tuesday, 19 January 2010, at 2:37 p.m.

If you might have a copy of the key that fits "The Travelling Teller" that I can make one out of please let me know, thank you very much

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Peter (24.61.228.65)
Sunday, 14 February 2010, at 3:42 p.m.

I am an amatuer locksmith and my grandmother has one of these change safes, but she too is seeking a key. If you could please send me any measurements you have I may be able to fabricate one for her. marshall_peter13 AT hotmail.com Thankyou

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Kerry (24.211.222.112)
Monday, 22 February 2010, at 11:40 a.m.

Please fax or send copy of the key (919) four seven seven 5892 or send to email address. Thanks a lot!!!

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
david (24.47.184.209)
Wednesday, 10 March 2010, at 10:04 a.m.

nice to find this site, Im not really interested in opening the one I have, it was my uncle's, Id like to keep it as it is, but if there are keys around and if anyone can send me more info about the banks, please forward it to me - thanks david

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joyce (170.98.106.254)
Wednesday, 24 March 2010, at 5:08 p.m.

i have the same type of bank that you have mentioned. i do not have a key for this. is there another way to get this open?? this was in my grandmother's safe box. can you give any info on how to get open??

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Lee (65.17.57.4)
Thursday, 25 March 2010, at 3:19 p.m.

I have a similar bank! Mine is from the Dallas National Bank. I am a locksmith and made a key myself. Any good locksmith should be able to help you.

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chuck (96.18.103.171)
Wednesday, 12 May 2010, at 10:36 p.m.

I have one of the banks referred to as a "Thriftometer". It also uses the split key. I have been trying the various ideas posted with no success. I would like a picture of the key if anyone has one. My bank was issued by The Peoples Bank of Saint Paul, MN which is no longer in existence. My bank is loaded with antique coins so I am interested to see if any of them have any antique value.

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Carl (68.33.168.25)
Sunday, 16 May 2010, at 12:46 p.m.

Hello,

Please e-mail me directly at

cgc_here(at)yahoo.com

and I will e-mail you the pictures of the key. Several that I have responded to via this site were able to make a working key from the info. that I provided.

Regards,

Carl

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Fran (76.117.155.254)
Sunday, 16 May 2010, at 2:31 p.m.

I would appreciate if you could e-mail me a picture of the key for the Automatic Savings Bank.

Thank you so much!

Fran

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Need a Key: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Debbi (68.30.55.129)
Monday, 24 May 2010, at 5:26 p.m.

I have acquired one with Decker State Bank No. 233, Decker, Mi and I need a key so if anyone has one they could scan and send I would appreciate it so much.

Debbi

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
perry (76.7.120.116)
Sunday, 6 June 2010, at 2:56 p.m.

you thank thats bad mine is a 1904 and its full of
1904 coins and dollors maybe older than that thank god for our elders

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
David (98.219.150.151)
Monday, 21 June 2010, at 2:09 p.m.

I have one of those banks do you know where i could get a key

Dave

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Rob (24.91.78.69)
Thursday, 1 July 2010, at 10:12 a.m.

I just found one of these safes my grandmother was cleaning cuz she is moving. it is an Automatic recording safe from Chicago. Somersworth Savings Bank in Somersworth,NH the number on it is 149. Any info on these would be good.

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Daniel (152.30.56.27)
Wednesday, 21 July 2010, at 8:34 p.m.

I have recently acquired one of these banks myself, WITH what looks like an original key (according to this site, rare). It is a Yale key, about half inch long, flat, and mine has the key code 12FK2. Key looks as if it's seen better days but works VERY well.

Good Luck All

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Kevin (76.178.216.9)
Friday, 23 July 2010, at 1:59 p.m.

Daniel,
I have two of these banks, both without keys.
Is it possible for you to e-mail me a picture
of your key. I have looked for a Yale key blank
with a code of 12FK2 on it, and can't find one.
A picture would be most useful. Thank you for
your time.

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Kathy (71.187.228.14)
Thursday, 29 July 2010, at 10:35 a.m.

If anyone has found where I can get a key for the Automatic Recording Coin Safe..please e-mail me.
Thanks!

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Joe (74.69.4.216)
Friday, 6 August 2010, at 1:39 p.m.

My oval Traveling Teller coin bank is from N.Y.The bank held the key to open it.The bank has been sold 3 times since and no one has the key in its offices.If you could send a tracing of it perhaps I could have a key made.There seemsto be numerous owners of the bank with the same problem. Many thanks to anyone helping solve the problem.

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
george (68.10.86.251)
Thursday, 12 August 2010, at 1:18 p.m.

Hi. I have a bank and a key but still can't get anything to open. The key turns a tiny bit and you can feel a spring tension against it but I can't see anything that would open on it. It looks pretty solid to me. My key looks nothing like the one pictured in the drawing but I'm sure this is the correct key for this bank. Thanks for any info you might have, George

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Cheryl (99.100.62.42)
Thursday, 2 September 2010, at 9:29 p.m.

We have found one of these banks in my grandmothers things, but no key. Ours says the "First National Bank #259 Montery Park California, on the bottom it says "The Portable Safe Patents Pending Automatic Recording Safe Co Chicago, U.S.A."

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Lewis (71.55.205.96)
Thursday, 4 November 2010, at 2:15 p.m.

I too am looking for a key for the bank. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks for your time and help.

Lew in florida

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Lewis (71.55.205.96)
Thursday, 4 November 2010, at 2:21 p.m.

Yes please send me the site on the key. Thanks for you time and trouble.

Lew

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John (76.192.141.159)
Thursday, 4 November 2010, at 3:01 p.m.

I also have one of the banks you described. I also do not have a key. Have you received any info on your request for a key.Thank you JOHN

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smjack (74.179.189.49)
Friday, 5 November 2010, at 3:32 p.m.

I have the same bank you guys are talking about. Mine has union dimes savings bank with a new york city address on the top. I do not have a key, but i have some coins still inside. I tried to pry open bottom. smjack

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Linda (67.197.74.93)
Monday, 8 November 2010, at 2:54 p.m.

Pls email me a copy of the key. Mine is also patented 1913.

Thanks
hottle1 AT comporium DOT net

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jean (205.188.116.6)
Monday, 22 November 2010, at 3:38 p.m.

I Just Acquired One As Well Mine Must Be Quite Old As The Last Patent Listed On Bottom Was Sept 23 1919

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jean (205.188.116.6)
Monday, 22 November 2010, at 3:58 p.m.

Why doesnt someone with the key make copies and sell them to all of us? Do we know if the same key opens all of the banks?

Thanks

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Darlene in NC (75.183.35.42)
Saturday, 27 November 2010, at 5:38 p.m.

I have an Automatic Recording Safe Co. bank in the original box with the original key, the bank is in mint condition and read The Commercial National Bank 1091 High Point, NC and "A Dollar in the bank is worth two in the pocket". Just found this cleaning out the old homeplace. Does anyone know the value of one of these banks?

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jessica (184.217.52.144)
Tuesday, 30 November 2010, at 2:58 a.m.

I all so have that bank is there any way to find out the value

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
steve (75.186.73.134)
Monday, 13 December 2010, at 12:15 p.m.

I found my dad's old safe. on the top it h
as 2 slots for a key. also it came from DADE FEDERAL SAVINGS and LOAN of MIAMI. cannot find the key. it is full of coins. is it worth anything?

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
lucia (68.44.144.224)
Saturday, 1 January 2011, at 6:44 p.m.

I have one also and also without the key, would be interested in any information you have, thank you

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Robyn Olsen (70.253.62.178)
Sunday, 27 March 2011, at 11:44 a.m.

I have one of these banks as well; it belonged to my grandmother. Mine Has the two-hole key at the top. When you turn the key and hold it in place, the coin holder is released. I have to stick my pinky finger in the hole at the bottom to pull the coin holder out of the bank. Does anyone know how to find out the value of this bank? Mine is South Brooklyn Savings Bank, last patent Spet, 23, 1913.

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john yaun (66.82.9.61)
Wednesday, 30 March 2011, at 10:53 a.m.

Where do you see the patent number and date on these banks? Is it safe to assume that if mine says patent pending then it's one of the earliest one's made?

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Bob (98.229.102.216)
Tuesday, 5 April 2011, at 1:02 p.m.

Have you had any more luck than the prying through the quarter and slot openings or using the binder-clip spring?

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Linda Stoddard (68.63.12.79)
Sunday, 10 April 2011, at 1:52 p.m.

I have a Franklin National Bank Traveling Teller with out a key
Any info would be appreciated
Also I am interested in your club
thanks,
Linda

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
lucy (74.67.181.168)
Thursday, 5 May 2011, at 2:49 p.m.

I need a key too. Can someone measure and send a picture please. Thank you, Lucy

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Darren (76.219.185.253)
Monday, 9 May 2011, at 11:29 p.m.

Can someone trace the key for me and post it? I have been trying so hard to find the design. Thank you.

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Stephen (74.97.93.169)
Tuesday, 10 May 2011, at 5:19 p.m.

Have Bank from "Security Federal Savings & Loan Association of Oklahoma City" , Need Key just like everyone else it seems.

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Kelly (66.175.139.241)
Saturday, 18 June 2011, at 8:24 p.m.

I need the key too

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
George (71.188.119.113)
Monday, 27 June 2011, at 4:20 p.m.

I have the same bank, but no key. What does the key look like. Thank you

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joe (96.60.51.95)
Sunday, 17 July 2011, at 9:46 a.m.

i need keys for the bank i have two of this

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
RJ (66.65.15.107)
Wednesday, 10 August 2011, at 2:48 a.m.

I now have a website up where information will be posted as it comes to me.

I don't have any detailed information on the keys, but I'll try to assemble what I have about opening the safe (which is not much at the moment).

Thank you to everyone who emailed me and patiently waited for a response.

Recording safe website

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Brandon (74.143.108.50)
Monday, 15 August 2011, at 6:57 a.m.

I received one of these banks from my grandpa, and after a few hours of trying to pick the lock I found a key that was close so I redisned the key and got mine open.

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
gene (76.205.177.79)
Monday, 15 August 2011, at 8:25 p.m.

Robyn
I have two hole key lock on my bank. Could you email me a picture of the key you have? g.kelsey2@att.net My 'Safe' is from Bristol Savings in Bristol, Connecticut. Thanks, Gene

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Key for Portable Safe, manufactured by the Automatic Recording Safe Co.
Judy (216.151.19.36)
Sunday, 21 August 2011, at 8:13 p.m.

I have a rectangular bank that I just made a key for. I might be able to help you out.

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Eldon (50.105.148.192)
Monday, 29 August 2011, at 9:29 a.m.

Hi ,I have the same bank and no key. Could you send me a picture and size of key? I do not know the value. Thanks. Eldon

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY *Picture included
Carl (68.33.176.187)
Monday, 29 August 2011, at 3:04 p.m.

I have created a public photo album on Facebook in which I placed pictures of my bank and key. Hope this helps. Good luck, Carl

http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.2380700763495.141681.1429975012&l=b357b72466&type=1

The Traveling Teller

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
Brian (99.242.1.135)
Monday, 24 October 2011, at 1:25 p.m.

If you provide a picture of the keyway and Bank then it may be easier to tell if it is a 2 sided key or a single Beard type of stamped steel?

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Re: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
haudette (97.81.120.128)
Monday, 14 November 2011, at 12:51 p.m.

TO: Don R. who posted in 2007.
I also have an oval recording bank from The Hamilton National Bank of Tenn. If you still have the bank, did you get it open and what number do you have?
My bank belonged to my mother who was born 1922 in Chatt. so it must be from the early 1920's. It is #315 and the last patent date is Sept. 23, 1913.
You may contact me at haudette@hotmail.com.
Thanks!!

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Re: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
john (76.219.120.133)
Sunday, 11 December 2011, at 4:57 p.m.

I have an oval bank from the First Federal Savings& loan Bank in Detroit Mi. I remember what the key looked like and it doesn't look like the one i saw a sketch of. Anyone have any further info?

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Re: Info Needed: THE AUTOMATIC RECORDING SAFE COMPANY
aaron (173.134.245.24)
Tuesday, 24 January 2012, at 12:29 p.m.

If you still have a copy I would love to have a trace. Also I found mine today. It days patent pending and is from Local Federal Savings and Loan Oklahoma City . Ok.

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Re: Key for Portable Safe, manufactured by the Automatic Recording Safe Co.
Kay (72.152.77.29)
Wednesday, 25 January 2012, at 5:42 p.m.

I have a bank also info: The Traveling Teller, The Automatic Recording Safe Co. Appear on the bottom of the bank. It is oval metal and needs a key with center slot. I have pictures, but can't find a locksmith to make the key. Appreciate any help. Thank You,
Kay

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To all those looking for the elusive "Automatic Recording Safe" key,
here are the dimensions:

Some more info here: Recording Safe Website

I hope this helps ?
 









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