Time Sentry Clock Face Model #53 Red Crown Themed Decorative Gas Pump
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This beautiful Time Sentry Clock Face Model #53 Red Crown Gasoline themed decorative gas pump is the ultimate piece of Automobilia. It was manufactured by Doug Pray Enterprises in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. As the original manufactures tag indicates this pump is number #343. This piece was designed similar in appearance to the Bowser Xacto Sentry Clock Face Model #310 from the 1930's era. The metal casing is painted red and trimmed with brass on the corners. The front panel was outfitted with a Bowser Time Sentry Clock which is fully operational. A brass covered light was placed above the clock improved visibility and is fully operational. The front panel was also decorated with Ethyl, Red Crown Gasoline and Contains lead decals. The left side panel supports a Buckeye #FIG800-B brass handle with hose that connects to the gas cylinder on the right side panel. The cylinder was outfitted with an 18 cent display piece which is reflective of the price of gas per gallon in the 1930's. A knob on the right side panel controls the lighting. The pump is supported with a porcelain red painted base with four mounting holes for stability. The red painted porcelain top supports a reproduction Red Crown Gasoline plastic globe which is fully operational. A removable panel on the backside allows access to the interior space. This pump is in overall very nice condition only minor chips and scratches as demonstrated in the walk-around video in the gallery. The dimensions are 83 ½ H x 23W x 20 ¼ x 16 ¾. MS CLASSIC CARS will assist with crating and shipping freight anywhere in the lower 48 United States at the buyer's expense.