Vtg 60s 70s Ballonoff Metal Porta-File Box Flower Power W/ Key 12.5x5.5x10\" For Sale

A vibrant and hard‑to‑find Ballonoff metal Porta‑File box from the late 60s/early 70s, wrapped in a bold Flower Power print featuring bright orange, yellow, blue, and green florals on an olive‑green background. These metal file boxes were marketed as “portable household files” and used for home offices, schoolwork, craft storage, and general organization — now highly collectible and perfect for retro décor.

This one includes its original working key, which is a major plus.

• Length: 12.5 inches

• Width: 5.5 inches

• Height: 10 inches

• Authentic Ballonoff metal file box

• Flower Power floral wrap in orange, yellow, blue, green, and white

• Olive‑green background (true 60s/70s palette)

• Metal handle and latch

• Original key included

• Clean interior, ready for use

• Great for storing documents, craft supplies, stationery, photos, or display

• Structurally solid

• Typical age wear:

  • Small areas of paint loss

  • Minor rusting at corners/edges (shown)

• These are normal for Ballonoff boxes and do not affect function

• Latch works smoothly; key operates lock properly

• Ballonoff is one of the most collectible makers of 60s/70s metal storage pieces

• Flower Power print + olive‑green background = peak retro aesthetic

• Key included — many are missing

• Larger size than the common 10\" boxes

• Perfect for retro home offices, craft rooms, display shelves, or photo props

• Hard‑to‑find in complete, working condition

A fantastic mid‑century metal file box with true 60s/70s charm — ideal for collectors, vintage décor lovers, and anyone who appreciates bold Flower Power design.