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Hi gassers, Happy New Year to everyone.
Has anyone ever seen a 15" metal body Fry globe with metal inserts with the perforated words "Guarantee Measure" ??
Does anyone have such a globe in their collection? Would love to see a pic of one.
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I think I saw one in the Kyle Moore auction in January. Ted
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I had one for a number of years. Have since sold it. If I can find the picture of it I'll post it.
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that would be great. I have never seen one but I know they exist. My friend had one but was long sold in the 80's at the Iowa Gas Show auction. Unfortunately, he had never taken a picture of it.
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Hello,
Here are a couple of photos that I acquired years years ago from an Old Gasser(I think)when I was doing some research. I hope that they help. Dave
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Thanks Dave, you seem to come to the rescue all the time. LOL
The letters don't seem perforated? Is this another variant of the same globe?
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Hello,
They are perforated. The tin in punched out about 90%, but bent down left in place to reflect the light.Often the punched out pieces are painted a light color to give the appearance of a light. I have seen this used on other early signs.
"Rescue" ? LOL I would not go that far, but I will share whatever I have and whatever I know. People have helped me and I just try to help others. It is the way this thing works. lol Good luck.
Dave
PS I purchased a couple of repo lens several years ago if you are interested in seeing them I will locate and photograph. They make a neat globe if you make them appear weathered and worn.
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Thanks Dave, I would be interested in seeing the repro lenses. I did not think they were made. I am sure my friend Jeff would be particularly interested, especially after selling his original globe many years ago.
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I just dug mine out and they say "Gasoline" instead of Guaranteed Measure. My error. Dave
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Dave posted pictures of my globe that I posted years ago. The tin was punched in a teardrop shape. Only original I've ever seen myself.
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I found the thread where you sent me those photos in 2011. Thanks again,
Dave
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