Russell 
Sledge- Yeah, maybe your dad and I are jinxed. There is a market for those things if you check out completed listings on ebay but I think they have to be in great condition and wait a while for the right buyer. There are a number that went in the $14-18 range and then this one, but I think the seller had the extra "bang" of the little cooler packs to go along. I was surprised that this one had some corrosion on the inside (mine is just a tad bit worse) but their outside must be nicer than mine. plus the extras.
Vintage 4 Gal Picnic Skotch Kooler Red Plaid Pail Cooler 1950 w 4 Ice Packs | eBay
I might try to find a consignment shop (we have a pseudo-antique "mall" in my bedroom burg, maybe talk to one of those sellers) like M688 suggested. First, I thought I try a "combo" package. I have this vintage "Triple-Stacker" cooler-cooker thingy that I bought for an Abe at Goodwill. Can't get a bid on that either so maybe both together (although my oversize shipping is still above $30). I'll check out other venues before giving up on them and throwing 'em in the steel pile.
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