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Fri Dec 07 2012 12:27 PM
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Here is the sign from a thread I had a few days ago. I was looking for some feedback as to how often this sign has been seen. It is double sided and very heavy. Even the bracket at the top is porcelain. The bracket is part of the sign.
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RIP Kiwi
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That is a sweat sign! I haven't seen one though, Darin will know!
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That is the sign I was sure you were talking about Bigfoot....while I wouldn't consider it "rare", I would consider yours in rare condition, it's the nicest I've ever seen by far. Socony Vacuum was using shields at the same time this sign was produced, so I'm personally unsure of the exact purpose of these rectangular signs. My initial thoughts are they replaced existing rectangular SOCONY signs in that territory. You must not have seen a larger shield up close as they have the same porcelain T-bar at the top.
Beautiful sign, you should be proud to own it!
Darin
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Thnx guys
I have a later 1950 Shield about the same size or slightly bigger and that T frame is not present. And I have not looked at one "up close" ever that had the bracket.
Except on EBay ,...but I have not focused on the bracket or attaching hardware.
If anyone has any ideas on the best way to "hang" the sign I think I might need the advice. There are two factory holes at the top but I imagine there is a better way.
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My initial thoughts are they replaced existing rectangular SOCONY signs in that territory ...that sounds like the most logical explanation to me...
Looking for better Gulf items: signs, globes, cans and paper - especially porcelain Gulf flanges, and Gulf A-38 & A-62 ad glass...
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These signs had specific brackets which bolt to the flat part of the built in bracket. Same design as the large SOCONY sign.
Last edited by 57tbirdkid; Fri Dec 07 2012 05:34 PM.
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These signs had specific brackets which bolt to the flat part of the built in bracket. Same design as the large SOCONY sign. Anybody got a set they can part with?
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In talking to BIGFOOT Bill, This very sign was in my collection 7 short months ago but I didn't sell it to him LOL! Glad it found a good home!
DOC @ THE AMERICAN GARAGE
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Dave GILL,
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In talking to BIGFOOT Bill, This very sign was in my collection 7 short months ago but I didn't sell it to him LOL! Glad it found a good home! It is in a good place now and hopefully the next item I "need" I can acquire directly from Doc. Might save me a few nickels. :-)
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Doc, signs & cans...your stuff sure gets around. The American Garage...just might be the next one stop shop.
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Doc, signs & cans...your stuff sure gets around. The American Garage...just might be the next one stop shop. YIPPERS! I did some spring cleaning LOL!
DOC @ THE AMERICAN GARAGE
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