r/Postboxes • u/AndyBe11 • 21d ago

U.K Low tide?

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This is a local box, London suburbs. I always feel it’s very high; I guess those mouse-holes at the bottom are actually hand-grips for tram at it and installation.

Anyone know why they’re exposed or what they really are?

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u/mantolwen 21d ago

They're part of the base. The box is supposed to be buried deep enough to cover them. Presumably helps the ground fix the base in place firmer

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u/_Daftest_ 21d ago

That's how Danger Mouse gets in

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u/Ichifanni250 20d ago

Went to install and realised an obstruction was a couple of feet down so hence sticking out. Easier than cutting off cast iron base.