A century ago, one preserved the privacy of their desktop with a roll-top that locked.
Good idea!
What happened?
Why did roll-top desks vanish?
Who knows. Anyway, they are back!
The Secure Cabinet Company offers steel roll-top desks and roll-top desktops. Of course, some of the older roll-tops are available as well.
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Here is a 60's number designed by George Nelson.
Or, how about a new sleek custom Walnut roll-top with matching bench by Ruben Guajardo?
Modern versions of the classic style desks are also available.
Need something special?
Contact HSA, "The Rolltop People."
There is just something I like about an original roll-top desk.
It says, in a stern, deep voice, with perfect diction...
"Mind your own business."