I think there is a place for reproductions. I don't have an issue at all with reproductions as long as they are marked clearly for someone to see. I think Brian's decals on aluminum are fine... maybe stamping the aluminum with some die stamps like a date or maker before powder will be 1 step better?
Lets look at the coke guys... so many reproduction items came aboard it was hard for experienced collectors to keep track. Do you think new collectors will want to come aboard if they get burned a few times? No new collector’s means prices of our original gas pieces stay the same price or go down in value.
People can make reproductions as the hobby needs them but lets mark them so people coming in the hobby new will know without having to ask questions is this real or reproduction. Unfortunately we all ready have some of those!
Let’s face it… making a reproduction where you can’t tell the difference is trying to fraud someone and take advantage of someone without experience. It you want a sign or globe or can that looks exactly like the original than buy the original… other wise you pay $15 or $30 or $100 for a reason!
By the way Scott the globe looks great! I love looking at restored pumps!
