Hi Brian, I am a Ford nut also. I was the owner of the Benzol keyhole globe that several of the scammers tried to dupe people on. I collect Ford memorabilia also and believe that the lens on ebay was original. I did not get a chance to hold it but it gave every indication as to being original. I hated to sell my keyhole globe but family obligations took front row. Joel over at Petroleum Artifats has been collecting alot longer than me and I think he would also know the difference. To my knowledge, he has always represented stuff as to what it was. Remember, just because no one today has seen an item, did not mean it did not exist. Alot of globes that existed at one time will NEVER be seen again just because they were all either thrown out or broken along time ago. New finds are made every day. I have been fortunate over the years to make a few myself. Its a shame, that we as collectors don't know what all is out there, but thats life. I think more neat stuff from Ford Motor Company will be found in the future, and I hope I am the one there to find it!!!!!!!!!!
