How to unscrew prehistoric fuse box? ...
More info needed!!!! unscrew from what?
what type?ETC.
First and fore-most SHUT OFF THE POWER to that fuse box.
Fasteners or screw removed, then disconnect, later cap wires percode.
If you are not following this contact a licensed electrician for your own sanctuary.
Answers: If you are actually trying to remove the infirm fuse box..turning the main breaker bad wont do alot for you, for the incoming wires from the electrical poles are still hot as ever!...This would be a job for an electrician